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Cabinet Approves Real Estate Transaction Tax Law

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5% is levied on the value of the sale or transfer of the property and is payable upon real estate clearance or notarization.

18/09/2024

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Learn about the main features of the real estate expropriation and temporary seizure system 

تعويض السوق زائد 20%، تقييم بثلاثة مقيمين، صرف خلال 90 يوماً، ووضع يد مؤقت لمدة ثلاث سنوات.

Al-Haqeel: The amended white land fee system promotes real estate balance and increases supply

2.5-10% tiered fees for geographical ranges in Riyadh starting January and mandatory registration of land above 5000m²

Infrastructure Projects Code Specific criteria for implementing a unified identity

Regulatory and technical guide that came into effect regulating visual identity and safety requirements at infrastructure sites as of August 7, 2025

Ministry of Municipalities and Housing

«Municipalities and Housing» invites owners of white lands in Riyadh to register them within 60 days

The ministry has warned of fines of up to 100% and outlines various fee slabs that are entirely dedicated to funding housing projects.

Al-Haqeel

Minister of Housing announces geographical ranges for white land fees in Riyadh

الخريطة تحدد خمس شرائح برسوم سنوية: 10%، 7.5%، 5%، 2.5% وشريحة خامسة معفاة.

Public Authority for State Properties

“State Properties” clarifies timetable for disbursement of expropriation compensation

Announcement of deadlines for submitting applications, evaluating properties, paying compensation, and completing transfers within six months

Riyadh - Business - Localization of real estate activities and professions

Everything you need to know about the new expropriation system

It standardizes expropriation procedures and guarantees compensation at market price plus 20%, tax exemptions, and protection of owners' rights.

Yousef Hamad Al-Dosari - Real Estate Advertising

Multiple real estate advertising licenses

The article details the benefits and risks of multiple real estate advertising licenses and suggests regulation or exclusivity as a solution.

Governor of the State Property Authority: New expropriation system guarantees fair compensation and tax incentives

Appraisal by certified appraisers at market rate plus 20% and a five-year tax exemption when purchasing a replacement property.

Cabinet approves public interest expropriation and temporary seizure of real estate

The system standardizes expropriation and temporary seizure procedures and guarantees fair compensation at market value plus 20% as assessed by certified appraisers.

Minister of Finance Mohammed Al-Jadaan - Real Estate Transaction Tax Executive Regulations

Minister of Finance: The new expropriation system ensures fair compensation and preservation of public funds

It standardizes expropriation procedures and guarantees market value compensation with the addition of 20% and tax breaks for five years.

Dr.. Dr. Hamoud Al-Faleh 2

White Land Fees: Anti-Monopoly, Sustainable Market

Includes flexible fees up to 10% and vacancies starting from 5%, with a 90-day grace period, regulations, and exemptions.

Ministry of Municipalities and Housing

Ministry of Municipalities and Housing develops unified system to manage and maintain roads Details

A new digital solution that uses geospatial analysis to track road assets, prioritize maintenance and rationalize budgets.

Infographic | Requirements for the Land Registry's Deed Sorting Service

List of documents required to complete the sorting of the units: Electronic deed, building license, electric meters, and AutoCAD plan.

Rent - Residential Contracts - Refunds

Infographic: Steps to get a refund from an Ejar wallet

The Public Authority for Real Estate explains the steps to log in, enter your IBAN, activate your wallet, and verify via Absher to receive a refund.

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