Tag: Real Estate

Non-Saudi Property Ownership in Saudi Arabia: Complete Guide 2026

Saudi Arabia has officially opened its doors to foreign property ownership with the implementation of the Law of Real Estate Ownership by Non-Saudis, which came into force on January 22, 2026. This landmark legislation represents one of the most significant reforms in the Kingdom’s real estate sector in decades, replacing the previous 2000 law that ... <a title="Non-Saudi Property Ownership in Saudi Arabia: Complete Guide 2026" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/non-saudi-property-ownership-saudi-arabia/" aria-label="Read more about Non-Saudi Property Ownership in Saudi Arabia: Complete Guide 2026">Read more</a>

84% of Wealthy Muslims Interested in Buying Properties in Makkah and Madinah

A new survey reveals that 84% of wealthy Muslims globally are interested in buying properties in Makkah and Madinah. The study, conducted by British real estate firm Knight Frank, shows that 82% of wealthy Muslims are keen to invest in Saudi Arabia overall. Wealthy Muslims with a net worth between $2 million and $3 million ... <a title="84% of Wealthy Muslims Interested in Buying Properties in Makkah and Madinah" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/buying-properties-makkah-madinah/" aria-label="Read more about 84% of Wealthy Muslims Interested in Buying Properties in Makkah and Madinah">Read more</a>

Non-Saudis can now invest in Makkah, Madinah real estate funds

Saudi Arabia’s Capital Market Authority (CMA) has allowed financial market institutions to accept subscriptions of non-Saudis in real estate funds that invest in assets within Makkah and Madinah, according to a statement by the CMA. The CMA stressed that financial institutions must ensure compliance with the Law of Real Estate Ownership and Investment by non-Saudis ... <a title="Non-Saudis can now invest in Makkah, Madinah real estate funds" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/non-saudis-can-now-invest-in-makkah-madinah-real-estate-funds/" aria-label="Read more about Non-Saudis can now invest in Makkah, Madinah real estate funds">Read more</a>

Expatriates can now buy one property in Saudi Arabia

Expatriates who are legal residents of Saudi Arabia can now own a single property in the kingdom. The Absher platform has outlined three criteria that expatriates must meet in order to buy a property in Saudi Arabia. According to the Absher platform, the service enables residents in the kingdom to apply for a permit to own ... <a title="Expatriates can now buy one property in Saudi Arabia" class="read-more" href="https://ksaexpats.com/expatriates-can-now-buy-one-property-in-saudi-arabia/" aria-label="Read more about Expatriates can now buy one property in Saudi Arabia">Read more</a>