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Saudi Arabian real estate administrative initiatives

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The Saudi Arabian real estate sector is undergoing various administrative and digital initiatives in the Riyadh Riyadh, Al-Qassim, and Al-Qassim Makkah regions. In mid-August 2026, the Royal Commission for Riyadh City launched the second phase of the ‘Real Estate Balance Program’. This program allows eligible citizens—specifically married individuals or those over 25 who have resided in Riyadh for at least three years—to apply for housing opportunities via an electronic platform. The process includes eligibility verification and an electronic lottery for qualified candidates. Following this, the Real Estate General Authority announced a large-scale in-kind registration initiative to register 46,538 property plots, including 36,261 in Riyadh and 10,277 in Al-Qassim. This project aims to provide each plot with a unique identity and precise geographic coordinates to enhance transparency and protect owner rights in alignment with Saudi Vision 2030. On September 6, 2026, the Real Estate Registry officially commenced the first phase of this in-kind registration. In the Riyadh region, the scope includes registration, covering various neighborhoods such as Al-Sulay, Al-Aziziyah, Al-Harq, Al-Ruwaydah, and Al-Kharj, as well as several other governorates including Ad-Dawadmi, Shaqra, in Riyadh and Afif. In Al-Qassim, with a deadline of December 10, 2026. On September 8, 2026, the initiative covers neighborhoods in Dhuknah, Al-Ammar, Uqlat as-Suqur, Al-Batin, Dhariya, Real Estate General Authority expanded the scope of in-kind registration to the Makkah region. Starting September 13, 2026, and Al-Mithnab. running until December 17, 2026, the process will target part of the Rei' Dhakhir neighborhood. Property owners in these designated areas must register their properties through via the electronic Real Estate Registry platform by the deadline of December 10, 2026. The registry indicated or service centers using a valid ownership deed, noting that additional regions and neighborhoods across failure to comply may result in financial fines. Additionally, the Kingdom will be announced Ministry of Housing’s Sakani program continues to facilitate access to free land grants in subsequent phases. various provinces, including Jeddah, through its digital platform.

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  1. 2026-09-08 18:41 UTC Saudi Arabian real estate administrative initiatives
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