As part of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s efforts to improve digital services and streamline procedures for citizens and residents, updating and deleting residential information has become an essential part of ensuring the accuracy of official records. Whether you’ve moved to a new address or experienced a change in your family composition, the “Absher” online platform now allows you to update this information easily and conveniently. In this report, we’ll show you how to remove an individual from the residential registry, as well as the benefits of updating this information.

What is the Housing Data System in Saudi Arabia?

The housing data system is part of the digital services provided by the Kingdom through the “Absher“ platform, which aims to accurately record residency and housing information in government records. This system relies on the integration between “Absher” and the National Housing System, facilitating the updating and tracking of data in accordance with the circumstances of individuals and families.

Reasons for Deleting an Individual’s Data from the Housing Registry in Saudi Arabia

In some cases, it is necessary to remove an individual’s data from the housing registry. The most common reasons include:

✔ The individual has moved to a new residential address
✔ Changes in family composition, such as marriage or divorce
✔ Incorrect data that needs to be corrected
✔ Death of the registered individual

Steps to Remove an Individual’s Data from the Housing Registry via the Absher Platform

To delete a registered individual’s housing information, follow these steps via the “Absher” platform:

Log in to the Absher platform:
Log in to your account via the Absher platform link.

Select Housing Services:
Go to the “My Services” section and select “Update Housing Information.”

Select the Address:
Select the current address registered in the system.

Delete an individual’s information:
Select the name of the individual you wish to delete and click “Remove.”

Confirm Deletion:
Verify the information and click the “Confirm” button to complete the process.

Documents Required to Delete an Individual’s Information from the Residence Registry

The deletion process requires the submission of documents proving the validity of the request, such as:

✔ A copy of the new lease agreement or utility bill
✔ A document proving marital status, such as a marriage or divorce certificate
✔ A death certificate if deleting the information of a deceased individual
✔ Proof of identity for the account holder

How do I verify that an individual’s information has been removed from the housing registry?

After completing the removal process, you can verify that it was successful by following these steps:

✔ Log in to the Absher platform
✔ Select “Residency Services,” then “Verify Updated Data”
✔ Ensure that the name of the deleted individual is not on the list

The Importance of Updating Housing Data in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

Updating housing data contributes to several important benefits, such as:

✔ Facilitating access to government services
✔ Improving the quality of national statistics
✔ Avoiding fines or legal issues associated with incorrect data
✔ Enhancing transparency and credibility in government dealings