Law on Real Estate Ownership – Positive for real estate in Saudi Arabia

Positive for real estate in Saudi Arabia

The Ministry of Justice in Saudi Arabia published laws in July 2025 regarding real estate ownership and investments by non-Saudi citizens and companies. The law is set to take effect from January 2026.
An expanding real estate offering and opening up of the economy and tourism sector has positioned Saudi Arabia as an attractive investment destination for foreign investors.
The law also includes provisions for purchasing full buildings or acquiring land to build for sale or rent, provided the total cost of the project including land and construction should not be less than SAR 30 Mn.
The law is also likely to support the estimated 15.7 Mn expatriate population to establish long-term roots in Saudi Arabia.