Al-Wehda and Al-Hazem have entered as the promoted teams from the 2017–18 Prince Mohammad bin Salman League.
Al-Nassr were crowned as league winners for the 8th time on 16 May, after defeating Al-Batin 2–1 on the final day of the season.
[8] Abderrazak Hamdallah from Al-Nassr was the top scorer with 34 goals, and was also named Player of the Season.
Al-Wehda will play in the top flight of Saudi football after a season absence.
[14] The second club to be promoted was Al-Hazem, following their 4–1 win at home against Al-Mujazzal on 18 April 2017, coupled with Al-Tai's defeat against Hajer.
[11] Both Pro League teams, Al-Raed and Ohod, won the playoffs and secured their top-flight status.