What’s New Regarding Real Estate Ownership by Non-Saudis in Saudi Arabia?
The Saudi real estate market has recently seen significant updates with the announcement of the approved geographic areas for real estate ownership by non-Saudis and their official availability through the Saudi Real Estate platform operated by the General Real Estate Authority.
These updates represent an important step toward enhancing transparency and clarifying the areas available for ownership, helping investors and residents make more informed real estate decisions before purchasing.
What are the most significant updates regarding real estate ownership by non-Saudis?
The latest updates included a number of important developments, most notably:
- Announcement of Officially Approved Geographic Domains.
- Provide an interactive map that helps users identify the areas covered by the land ownership program.
- Clarification of the projects and development areas where property ownership is permitted in accordance with the approved regulations.
- Providing an official reference that helps investors and residents verify a property's eligibility before making a purchase decision.
- Promoting transparency in the real estate market and facilitating access to reliable real estate information.
Why are the new geographic domains important?
Before the announcement of the geographic zones, many investors and residents had difficulty determining exactly which areas were available for property ownership.
Now, however, the information is much clearer thanks to an official platform that provides direct access to the approved zones, helping people better evaluate real estate opportunities and make decisions based on reliable information.
Cities Covered by the Updates
The updates included the announcement of the approved geographic regions, which are:
- Riyadh Region
- The Makkah Region
- Medina Region
- Al-Qassim Region
- Eastern Region
- Asir Region
- Tabuk Region
- Hail Region
- Northern Border Region
- Jazan Region
- Najran Region
- Al-Baha Region
- Al-Jawf Region
Each city includes specific projects and development areas, which are outlined on the officially approved map.
Notable Areas and Approved Projects in Riyadh
The city of Riyadh is home to a number of major projects and important development areas, the most notable of which are:
- The Qiddiya Project
- The New Box
- Athletics Track
- Arts District
- Sidra
- King Salman Park
- Al-Dir'iya Gate
- King Abdullah Financial Center
- King Salman International Airport
The approved map also includes various neighborhoods and areas within the city of Riyadh.
Notable Areas and Approved Projects in Jeddah
The approved zones in Jeddah include a number of important projects and areas, including:
- Roshen Projects
- Al-Asala Neighborhood
- Development Areas Administered by the Jeddah Development Authority
- Al-Shu'aybah
In addition to other locations shown on the official map.
Notable Areas and Approved Projects in Makkah
The approved areas and projects in Makkah include:
- Mecca Towers
- Ajyad Towers
- Jabal Omar
- King Salman Portal
- Masar Project
- Al-Manar
- The Hills of Fleej
- The Splendor of Mecca
- Samo Suburb
In addition to a number of other development areas within the city.
Notable Areas and Approved Projects in Madinah
Medina is home to a number of approved projects and areas, the most notable of which are:
- The Forehead
- Dar al-Hijra
- Downtown
- Economic Knowledge City
- Diyar Al-Maqar
- Al-Marwah
- Mushraf
- City Visions
This is in accordance with the officially adopted and published geographical boundaries.
How can you benefit from these updates?
These updates represent an important opportunity for investors and residents interested in purchasing property in the Kingdom, as information regarding available areas has become clearer and more accessible.
With the availability of approved geographic zones through an official platform, it is now possible to verify a property’s location before purchasing and ensure that it complies with ownership regulations.
If you would like to find out whether ownership is possible in a specific location or need to understand the conditions and procedures applicable to your situation, you can contact us now and Asas Al-Amal will help you explore your options and answer all your questions.
