Can a non-Saudi own property in Saudi Arabia?

In defined cases, yes — subject to the applicable law, implementing regulations, geographical zones and the investor's classification. Eligibility is never automatic and must be verified through the official Saudi Properties portal.

Can a non-resident individual apply?

A non-resident individual may need to create a digital identity through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs service before proceeding through Saudi Properties.

Where do I submit an application?

Saudi Properties (saudiproperties.rega.gov.sa) is the primary official portal for applications relating to real estate ownership by non-Saudis.

Can I own property in Makkah or Madinah?

Special statutory restrictions apply in Makkah and Madinah. Eligibility cannot be generalised — refer to the current law, implementing regulations, geographical zones and the official portal.

Are all areas open to non-Saudi ownership?

No. Ownership is limited to approved geographical zones and conditions. Availability of an e-service does not prove eligibility for a particular property.

Can a foreign company own property?

It may, but this can require investment registration with the Ministry of Investment (MISA) and other steps before proceeding through Saudi Properties. Requirements vary by case.

Can I invest through a REIT or real estate fund?

Investing through a licensed fund or REIT is a regulated securities route governed by the Capital Market Authority — it is not the same as direct title ownership.

When is ownership legally effective?

Submitting or completing a transaction does not itself complete ownership. Applicable registration must be completed through the competent official systems, including the Real Estate Registry.

Does a Premium Residency create a different route?

Premium Residency may carry separate privileges. The general non-Saudi route does not replace more favourable rights under another applicable law.

Does this website approve applications?

No. This is an independent informational platform. It does not issue approvals, licences, or legal opinions. Only the competent Saudi authorities decide eligibility.

What taxes and fees may apply?

Tax and fee treatment depends on the transaction and investor. A published statutory maximum is not the amount payable in every case. Confirm with ZATCA and a qualified adviser.

How often is the legal information updated?

Regulatory content is reviewed on a scheduled basis with a visible last-verified date on every statement. When in doubt, confirm through the official portal.

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Ownership routes

Start from your investor type

Resident, non-resident, corporate and fund routes are genuinely different. Choose the closest match to see an indicative path — never an eligibility decision.

How the process works

Five steps, verified at every stage

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Geographical zones

Where ownership may be permitted

Eligibility is tied to approved geographical zones, permitted right type, ownership percentage and use limits. These conditions are set by official documents — we link to them rather than recreate an unofficial map.

Special restrictions apply in Makkah & Madinah

Special statutory restrictions apply in the two Holy Cities. Eligibility cannot be generalised — do not assume that all foreign individuals or all foreign companies may own there. Refer to the current law, implementing regulations, the geographical zones document and the official portal for your specific case.

Any religion-related eligibility question is asked only where strictly necessary for this location, is explained, and is not retained without your explicit consent.

Conditions that vary by zone

Geographical eligibilityBy approved zone
Ownership percentageWhere published
Permitted real rightFreehold · usufruct · lease
Usufruct durationWhere published
Property-use limitationsPer activity

Official geographic zones

Search the official experience by city or region. Zone boundaries and conditions are authoritative only in the official source.

Property sectors

Sector pathways

Each sector has its own competent authorities, licences and risks. These cards orient you — verify the specifics through each official source.

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Government ecosystem

The 13 supervisory-committee authorities

Filter the directory by the role each authority plays in your journey. Every card links to official channels and shows a verification date and source status.

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Other authorities you may need

Not confirmed members of the 13-entity supervisory committee.

Official e-services

Find the right service by task

Organised by what you need to do — not by authority. An available service does not prove eligibility.

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Laws & regulations

Legal & regulatory library

Plain-English summaries with a link to the official text. Arabic is the authoritative language unless an official source states otherwise. Do not rely on a summary as legal advice.

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Before you commit

Due-diligence checklist

A non-exhaustive starting point. Completing these checks does not guarantee a safe transaction — engage licensed professionals.

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Support & escalation

Keep the guidance accurate

Reach official support through the authorities directly. Help us keep links current — but never submit passports, Iqamas, title deeds, financial statements, or other sensitive documents through a general contact form.

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Start from your investor type

Five steps, verified at every stage

Where ownership may be permitted

Sector pathways

The 13 supervisory-committee authorities

Other authorities you may need

Find the right service by task

Legal & regulatory library

Due-diligence checklist

Frequently asked questions

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