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Decide the layout
Side-by-side columns work for short clauses; Arabic then English sections suit longer documents. Pick one and use it throughout.
State which language prevails
Many bilingual agreements say which version governs if the two differ. Agree this with your legal advisor before sending.
Place fields for both directions
Put signature and date fields where they read naturally in both languages, and check that names and numbers display correctly.
Invite each signer in their language
Invitations and reminders in the signer's own language mean fewer questions and faster signatures.
Proofread the final PDF
Right-to-left text can shift during conversion. Review the exact file you will send, not the draft in your editor.