Effective January 27, 2025, the Saudi Capital Market Authority (the "CMA") has approved foreign investment in listed companies that own real estate...

The Circular reminds financial institutions of the importance of explaining to Customers the nature of Products, their costs, anticipated benefits and risks.

On 8 July 2025, the Saudi Cabinet approved a new real estate law (the "New Law") that will significantly expand the ability of foreign individuals and entities to own property in the Kingdom.

It is a pleasure to introduce this special edition of Law Update, focused on legal and regulatory developments in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Having spent many years working across the GCC and in KSA...

There has been an electronic rental project launched in Saudi Arabia to facilitate rental agreements for both residential and commercial rentals. The idea behind this new platform...

Cities are reaching a crisis point. City populations are growing. Citizen satisfaction with government services is weakening.

Welcome to the latest edition of Law Update. This month, we shine a spotlight on the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, a market that continues to undergo transformative legal and regulatory reforms as it advances...

The Saudi Construction sector is one of the fastest growing sectors in the Kingdom.

The Law of Settling Commercial Disputes Arbitration in Saudi Arabia...

Pursuant to Royal Decree number M/84 dated 19/3/1446H (corresponding to 22 September 2024G) and Council of Ministers Resolution number 239 dated 14/3/1446H...

The ownership of real estate by non-Saudis in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has long been a complex and tightly regulated issue.

The new White Land Tax Law raises the yearly taxes on white lands within urban boundaries up to 10% of the land's value and introduces a tax on vacant real estate within urban boundaries up to 5% of its value.

With the decline in the economies of the developed world, many construction and infrastructure companies are broadening their horizons. In particular, there has been huge interest in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) as "the next big thing" – and with good reason!

Saudi Arabia has officially opened a new chapter in its real estate sector. As of 21 January 2026, the long-anticipated Foreign Property Ownership Law is now in force...

Real estate dispute resolution in Saudi Arabia involves both local and international investors who are seeking lucrative opportunities. Navigating the complexities of property

In the dynamic world of real estate, disputes can arise even in the most carefully planned transactions. Understanding the legal frameworks and dispute resolution mechanisms in different jurisdictions is crucial for navigating these challenges effectively.

As part of a landmark move, Saudi Arabia has announced that foreigners will be permitted to own property in several areas within major cities such as Riyadh and Jeddah. This decision marks a significant step in...

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia witnesses a remarkable development in all investment, economic and social sectors. It also seeks to develop the real estate sector in the Kingdom and to enhance the real estate contributions...

As Saudi Arabia continues to attract international investment, interest in foreign ownership of real estate has grown steadily. A common question remains: to what extent does Saudi law now permit non-Saudi ownership, and what legal framework governs it?

The new laws and regulations represent the first significant overhaul of the DIFC's real estate framework since 2007.