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The Real Estate General Authority (REGA) has announced that the law regulating non-Saudis’ ownership of real estate in Saudi Arabia has officially entered into force, with its provisions now being implemented as part of the Kingdom’s real estate legislative framework, effective January 22.
REGA confirmed that applications for non-Saudi property ownership are processed exclusively through the official digital platform “Saudi Properties.” The service is available to residents, non-residents, and non-Saudi companies and entities, in line with defined regulatory requirements and procedures.
Property Ownership Application Process
For residents of Saudi Arabia, applications can be submitted directly through the Saudi Properties portal using a valid residency ID, with eligibility verified automatically and procedures completed electronically. Non-residents must first obtain a digital ID through Saudi missions and embassies abroad, enabling them to submit ownership requests online.
Meanwhile, non-Saudi companies and entities without a presence in the Kingdom are required to register with the Ministry of Investment via the Invest Saudi platform and obtain the unified number (700) before completing property ownership procedures electronically.
Ownership Scope and Geographic Regulations
REGA clarified that the law permits non-Saudi individuals, companies, and entities to own property across various regions of the Kingdom. Ownership in Riyadh and Jeddah, as well as in Makkah and Madinah, is regulated under a clear framework based on the Geographic Zones Document, scheduled for announcement in the first quarter of 2026.
The authority emphasized that ownership in the two holy cities is restricted to Saudi companies and Muslim individuals, whether residing inside or outside the Kingdom.
Boosting Investment and Real Estate Growth
REGA highlighted that the Saudi Properties portal is the official platform for implementing the law, directly linked to the real estate registration system to ensure transparency, regulatory compliance, and protection of rights.
The law aims to attract international developers and specialized real estate companies, stimulate growth across residential, commercial, industrial, and tourism sectors, and generate employment opportunities for Saudi nationals. This is expected to sustainably increase the real estate sector’s contribution to non-oil GDP, supporting Saudi Vision 2030 objectives.
How J K Supports Investors
J K Management Consultancies assists individuals and companies with property ownership eligibility assessment, Invest Saudi registration, regulatory compliance, government liaison, and end-to-end advisory services for non-Saudi real estate investment in Saudi Arabia. J K ensures a smooth and compliant entry into the Kingdom’s evolving real estate market.
