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Minister of Municipalities and Housing clarifies mechanism for charging fees on vacant properties after adopting executive regulations

Reading time: 2 MinutesThe Minister of Municipalities and Housing Majid Al-Hogail said that the decision to impose fees on vacant units is part of efforts to regulate the real estate sector and achieve a balance between supply and demand, explaining ... Read more

The new regulation adopts gradual fees on vacant units according to specific market indicators, to stimulate their utilization and increase the real estate supply.

13/05/2026

Ministry of Municipalities and Housing

“البلديات والإسكان” تطرح مشروع اللوائح التنفيذية المحدثة لنظام رسوم الأراضي البيضاء على منصة استطلاع

الوزارة تدعو المطورين والمواطنين لإبداء الآراء والملاحظات خلال فترة المشاورة لدعم أهداف رؤية 2030

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Foreign ownership of real estate in Saudi Arabia. A bold strategic move that reshapes the real estate landscape

The Council of Ministers approves the Real Estate Ownership System for Non-Saudis with specific ranges, regulatory controls, and an executive regulation within 180 days.

Riyadh - Business - Localization of real estate activities and professions

Non-Saudis owning real estate boosts foreign investment confidence and opportunities

Cabinet approved the updated system for non-Saudis to own property on July 8, 2025 Implementation begins January 2026 after determining the ranges

“Municipalities and Housing” clarifies details of the real estate ownership system for non-Saudis Comprehensive guide

Allows foreign ownership in specific zones (Riyadh and Jeddah), with controls for Mecca and Medina, effective January 2026, and an executive regulation within 180 days.

Cabinet approves real estate ownership system for non-Saudis

An updated system that regulates foreign ownership of real estate and establishes special zones and conditions to protect the market and citizens.

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Saudi Engineers joins the International Engineering Alliance to promote global recognition of the profession

It seeks to facilitate the recognition of Saudi engineers' qualifications and enable them to work according to international professional standards.

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Signing a Memorandum of Cooperation between the Federation of Saudi Chambers and the Ministry of Municipalities and Housing

Under the patronage of Majid bin Abdullah Al-Hogail to promote integration, improve the business environment and support the goals of the Kingdom's Vision 2030

Ministry of Commerce Financial Statements Filing

«Trade» invites organizations that have been registered in the commercial register for a year to confirm the data electronically

The ministry is urging organizations registered a year ago to confirm their data electronically within 90 days via the business platform to avoid register suspension.

Minister of Human Resources Issues Decision to Classify Expat Workers' Work Licenses by Skill Categories

Classification into three categories (high, skilled, and basic) begins technically on June 18, 2025 and for expats on July 1, 2025.

What do you know about the real estate registrar service to execute transactions and manage rights and obligations?

Real Estate Registry enables the execution of transactions and management of rights through licensed registrars electronically without the need to visit branches

«Ejar» confirms that the party causing the delay is liable for the costs of delay and maintenance

It clarifies that expenses, fines, and damages resulting from inaction are legally borne by the party at fault.

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«Real Estate Authority (REA) conducts 8 compliance inspections last month

The tours included visiting 108 establishments and conducting 6,532 audits, and the authority received 778 reports with violations and fines of up to 200,000 riyals

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How to activate a Najeez Business account via Najeez platform?

A summary of the steps to register and activate a business account for owners, companies and public benefit organizations through the Najeez portal.

Ministry of Municipalities and Housing - Group Housing Requirements

«Municipalities and Housing» emphasizes compliance with warehouses and storage requirements and calls for reporting violators

The ministry emphasizes that enforcing the requirements protects public safety and regulates investment, and calls for reporting via 940 and Baladi.

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Secretary of the Contractors Authority: SAR 2.2 trillion worth of projects turn the sector into a «gold mine»

Al-Rashoudi revealed 21 initiatives to develop the sector, emphasizing the existence of a funding gap and investment opportunities.

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