{"id":5372,"date":"2026-07-13T14:28:30","date_gmt":"2026-07-13T14:28:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mohamad-itani.com\/?p=5372"},"modified":"2026-07-28T12:17:02","modified_gmt":"2026-07-28T12:17:02","slug":"a-comprehensive-guide-to-foreign-real-estate-ownership-in-saudi-arabia-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mohamad-itani.com\/ar\/a-comprehensive-guide-to-foreign-real-estate-ownership-in-saudi-arabia-2026\/","title":{"rendered":"A Comprehensive Guide to Foreign Real Estate Ownership in Saudi Arabia (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"5372\" class=\"elementor elementor-5372\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2b10cda e-con-full e-flex e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2b10cda\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1e9b0c3 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1e9b0c3\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p id=\"p-rc_6eceae56b5c416a6-38\" data-path-to-node=\"5\"><span class=\"citation-2315 citation-end-2315\">The real estate landscape in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia underwent a monumental shift following the implementation of the new framework governing international property acquisit<\/span>ion. Historically restricted to narrow, ad-hoc approval tracks, the sector has transitioned into a highly structured, rules-based market. This evolution represents a cornerstone of Saudi Vision 2030, aimed at opening the market to global capital, encouraging long-term residency, and offering unprecedented transparency to international property buyers.<\/p><p id=\"p-rc_6eceae56b5c416a6-39\" data-path-to-node=\"6\"><span class=\"citation-2314 citation-end-2314\">For foreign investors, expatriates, and corporate entities, understanding this structured regulatory architecture is vital before initiating property acquisitions or building a comprehensive strategic property investment plan in Saudi Ar<\/span>abia. When evaluating asset classes, savvy investors frequently analyze the pros and cons of <a class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/mohamad-itani.com\/off-plan-property-vs-ready-property\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwjowu_apvWVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ4wM\">off-plan vs ready properties<\/a> to optimize cash flow. To benchmark market trajectories, you can also review broader regional patterns through external market analysis provided by <a class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/www.knightfrank.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwjowu_apvWVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ5AM\">Knight Frank KSA<\/a>. This guide analyzes the core components of the current framework, maps out designated investment zones across major cities, and outlines the precise steps required to complete a transaction.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"6\">The Regulatory Framework for Non-Saudis<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"9\">The executive regulations for the Law of Real Estate Ownership by Non-Saudis establish a transparent, digital-first system that balances national growth objectives with robust regulatory oversight. The modern regime moves away from broad restrictions and introduces an asset-level verification system across designated zones.<\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"10\">For complete alignment on compliance measures, review the official <a class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/mohamad-itani.com\/rega-non-saudi-real-estate-ownership-law-enters-into-force-a-new-era-for-foreign-investment\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwjowu_apvWVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ5QM\">REGA non-Saudi ownership law 2026<\/a>.<\/p><h3 data-path-to-node=\"11\">Core Legal Pillars<\/h3><ul data-path-to-node=\"12\"><li><p data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Designated Geographic Scope:<\/b> Foreign property acquisition is limited to specific geographic zones approved by the Council of Ministers.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Acquisition of In-Rem Rights:<\/b> The law permits eligible buyers to secure direct property title and other real &#8220;in-rem&#8221; rights. This includes usufruct (the right to use and generate income from a property) and easements, meaning international buyers are not limited purely to contractual leaseholds.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Mandatory Title Registration:<\/b> Property rights do not become legally effective until they are formally registered within the Real Estate Registry managed by the Real Estate General Authority (<a class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/rega.gov.sa\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwjowu_apvWVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ5gM\">REGA Portal<\/a>).<\/p><\/li><li><p id=\"p-rc_6eceae56b5c416a6-40\" data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"12,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><span class=\"citation-2312 citation-2313\">Financial &amp; Family Constraints:<\/span><\/b><span class=\"citation-2312 citation-2313 citation-end-2313\"> To prevent speculative bubbles and manage family assets, regulations limit standard residential purchases to one property per family, treating a spouse and dependent children as part of a single unit. Additionally, a 2% transactional fee applies to property rights acquired by no<\/span><span class=\"citation-2312 citation-end-2312\">n-Saudis in primary municipal zo<\/span>nes.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-path-to-node=\"13\">For a deeper dive into legal frameworks, consult our detailed resource on <a class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/mohamad-itani.com\/real-estate-laws-and-regulations-every-investor\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwjowu_apvWVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ5wM\">real estate laws and regulations<\/a>.<\/p><h2 data-path-to-node=\"15\">Designated Property Zones Open to Foreign Investment<\/h2><p id=\"p-rc_6eceae56b5c416a6-41\" data-path-to-node=\"16\"><span class=\"citation-2310 citation-2311 citation-end-2311\">Under the updated system, over 170 distinct zones across the Kingdom\u2019s primary metropolitan areas and national gigaprojects are approved for non-Saudi investment. Asset eligibility, permitted ownership percentages, and the exact terms<\/span><span class=\"citation-2310 citation-end-2310\"> of usufruct rights must be cross-verified on a per-unit basis by utilizing the<\/span> Saudi Properties Portal.<\/p><h3 data-path-to-node=\"17\">Riyadh: The Expanding Capital<\/h3><p data-path-to-node=\"18\">As the primary commercial epicenter of the Kingdom, Riyadh features several high-profile developments open to foreign buyers searching for a quality home or looking at high-performing assets. For strategic site selection, review our comparative evaluation on <a class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/mohamad-itani.com\/riyadh-vs-jeddah-investment-2026\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwjowu_apvWVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ6AM\">Riyadh vs Jeddah investment<\/a>:<\/p><ul data-path-to-node=\"19\"><li><p data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"19,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Diriyah:<\/b> A culturally significant development focused on heritage aesthetics, luxury hospitality, and high-end branded residences.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"19,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">New Murabba:<\/b> A massive modern downtown project centered around the iconic &#8220;Mukaab&#8221; tower, planned to incorporate 104,000 residential spaces.<\/p><\/li><li><p id=\"p-rc_6eceae56b5c416a6-42\" data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"19,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><span class=\"citation-2309\">ROSHN Communities:<\/span><\/b><span class=\"citation-2309 citation-end-2309\"> Key pedestrian-centric developments designed for integrated living, including Sedra (offering roughly 30,000 homes in northeast Riyadh) and Warefa (located in Al-Janadriyah).<\/span><\/p><\/li><li><p id=\"p-rc_6eceae56b5c416a6-43\" data-path-to-node=\"19,3,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"19,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><span class=\"citation-2308\">Qiddiya City:<\/span><\/b><span class=\"citation-2308 citation-end-2308\"> A major entertainment, sports, and residential destination located southwest of the capital.<\/span><\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"19,4,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"19,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Urban Highlights:<\/b> Additional areas like the King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) and specific Transit-Oriented Developments (TOD) near key transportation networks.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h3 data-path-to-node=\"20\">Jeddah: The Coastal Hub<\/h3><p data-path-to-node=\"21\">Jeddah provides an array of premium investments, heavily emphasizing coastal living, modern engineering, and marine commerce for those exploring <b data-path-to-node=\"21\" data-index-in-node=\"145\">saudi arabia property prices<\/b>:<\/p><ul data-path-to-node=\"22\"><li><p data-path-to-node=\"22,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"22,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Jeddah Central:<\/b> A Public Investment Fund (PIF) master-development transforming the waterfront with a dedicated marina, cultural centers, and luxury housing.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"22,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"22,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Jeddah Economic City:<\/b> The landmark district surrounding the Jeddah Tower, combining commercial offices with premium residential spaces.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"22,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"22,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">ROSHN Waterfront Developments:<\/b> Includes Al Arous, an integrated community in northern Jeddah, and Marafy, a canal-centric development structured around an 11-kilometer man-made waterway.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h3 data-path-to-node=\"23\">National Gigaprojects &amp; Special Economic Frameworks<\/h3><p data-path-to-node=\"24\">Investors seeking unique residential or commercial environments can tap into the country\u2019s national gigaprojects, which operate under specialized, investor-friendly frameworks that prioritize high sustainability metrics and innovative green real estate in Saudi Arabia:<\/p><ul data-path-to-node=\"25\"><li><p id=\"p-rc_6eceae56b5c416a6-44\" data-path-to-node=\"25,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"25,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><span class=\"citation-2306 citation-2307\">NEOM:<\/span><\/b><span class=\"citation-2306 citation-2307 citation-end-2307\"> Incorporating visionary components such as The Line, the industrial hub Oxagon, the mountain destination Trojena, and the luxury island development Sindalah. Exploring these spaces uncovers massive NEOM rea<\/span><span class=\"citation-2306 citation-end-2306\">l estate investment opportunities for early-market <\/span>buyers.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"25,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"25,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Red Sea Global Assets:<\/b> Comprising the ultra-luxury wellness and hospitality spaces within the Red Sea Project and AMAALA.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"25,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"25,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">AlUla:<\/b> A premier historical and tourism hub integrating boutique, branded luxury resorts into archaeological landscapes.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"25,3,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"25,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC):<\/b> A fully operational Special Economic Zone (SEZ) located north of Jeddah, facilitating specific business structures and coastal residential living.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h3 data-path-to-node=\"26\">The Holy Cities: Makkah &amp; Madinah<\/h3><p data-path-to-node=\"27\">Property acquisition within the boundaries of the two holy cities is strictly regulated and bound by separate regulatory parameters.<\/p><table data-path-to-node=\"28\"><thead><tr><td><strong>Metric<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Regulatory Rule<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><span data-path-to-node=\"28,1,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"28,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><span class=\"citation-2297 citation-2298 citation-2299 citation-end-2299\">Muslim Ownership Eligibility<\/span><\/b><\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"28,1,1,0\"><span class=\"citation-2294 citation-2295 citation-2296 citation-end-2296\">Freehold title or long-term rights within designated development zones in Makkah and Madinah are accessible only to Muslim individuals and qualifying Saudi corpor<\/span><span class=\"citation-2294 citation-2295 citation-end-2295\">ate or Capital Market Authority (CMA)-licensed entities.<\/span><\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span data-path-to-node=\"28,2,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"28,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"><span class=\"citation-2292 citation-2293 citation-end-2293\">Key Approved Developments<\/span><\/b><\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"28,2,1,0\"><span class=\"citation-2290 citation-2291 citation-end-2291\">Notable projects open to eligible buyers includ<\/span><span class=\"citation-2290 citation-end-2290\">e the Masar Destination and Rua Al Haram in Makkah, along with the Rua Al Madinah corridor and Knowledge Economic C<\/span>ity (KEC) in Madinah.<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span data-path-to-node=\"28,3,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"28,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Premium Residency Structures<\/b><\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"28,3,1,0\"><span class=\"citation-2289 citation-end-2289\">Under specific conditions, holders of a Premium Residency can obtain usufruct rights for periods up to 99 years in designated segments, even outside standard geographic zones, subject to official validation by the Notary Public.<\/span><\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><h2 data-path-to-node=\"30\">Foreign Ownership by Nationality<\/h2><p data-path-to-node=\"31\">The opening of <b data-path-to-node=\"31\" data-index-in-node=\"15\">real estate in ksa<\/b> attracts diverse international capital pools:<\/p><ul data-path-to-node=\"32\"><li><p data-path-to-node=\"32,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"32,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">GCC Citizens:<\/b> Enjoy full ownership rights equal to Saudi nationals across all regions.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"32,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"32,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">UK Investors:<\/b> Eligible across all 170+ designated zones, with strong participation in Riyadh and options via Premium Residency.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"32,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"32,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">US Investors:<\/b> Equal eligibility to UK buyers, with growing transaction volumes in master-planned communities across Riyadh and Jeddah.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"32,3,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"32,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">EU Investors:<\/b> High participation rates from French and German nationals focusing on luxury branded residences.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"32,4,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"32,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Asian Investors:<\/b> Rapidly growing interest from Chinese and Singaporean buyers focusing on NEOM and advanced urban tech zones.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><h2 data-path-to-node=\"34\">Freehold vs. Usufruct vs. Leasehold Comparison<\/h2><table data-path-to-node=\"35\"><thead><tr><td><strong>Right Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Duration<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Can Rent?<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Can Sell?<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Best For<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><span data-path-to-node=\"35,1,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"35,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Freehold<\/b><\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"35,1,1,0\">Permanent<\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"35,1,2,0\">Yes<\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"35,1,3,0\">Yes<\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"35,1,4,0\">Long-term individual owners<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span data-path-to-node=\"35,2,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"35,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Usufruct<\/b><\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"35,2,1,0\">Up to 99 yrs<\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"35,2,2,0\">Yes<\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"35,2,3,0\">Yes*<\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"35,2,4,0\">Premium Residency holders<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span data-path-to-node=\"35,3,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"35,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Leasehold<\/b><\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"35,3,1,0\">Up to 50 yrs<\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"35,3,2,0\">No*<\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"35,3,3,0\">No<\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"35,3,4,0\">Corporate tenants and multi-national setups<\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p data-path-to-node=\"36\"><i data-path-to-node=\"36\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">*Usufruct is transferable subject to official regulatory approval; leaseholds restrict commercial sub-leasing unless explicitly contracted.<\/i><\/p><h2 data-path-to-node=\"38\">Premium Residency Real Estate Pathway<\/h2><p data-path-to-node=\"39\">For high-net-worth individuals aiming for long-term integration without local sponsorship, Saudi Arabia&#8217;s Premium Residency program offers a direct real estate track:<\/p><ul data-path-to-node=\"40\"><li><p data-path-to-node=\"40,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"40,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Investment Threshold:<\/b> Minimum real estate asset acquisition value of SAR 800,000+.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"40,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"40,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Core Benefits:<\/b> Grants 99-year usufruct rights, residency eligibility without a local sponsor, family sponsorship rights, and business ownership flexibility.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"40,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"40,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Application Process:<\/b> Involves asset valuation, security clearance via the Premium Residency Center, and formal registration through unified digital channels.<\/p><\/li><\/ul><p data-path-to-node=\"41\">For full clarity on tax adjustments and long-term holding strategies, read our guide on <a class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/mohamad-itani.com\/foreign-investor-saudi-real-estate-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwjowu_apvWVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ7QM\">foreign investor taxation and residency guide<\/a>. You can also cross-reference macro-economic forecasts through <a class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/www.jll-mena.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwjowu_apvWVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ7gM\">JLL Middle East<\/a>.<\/p><h2 data-path-to-node=\"43\">Acquisition Costs for Foreign Investors<\/h2><p data-path-to-node=\"44\">Purchasing a <b data-path-to-node=\"44\" data-index-in-node=\"13\">saudi real estate<\/b> asset involves standardized statutory fees alongside baseline property values. Additionally, investors should review the <a class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/mohamad-itani.com\/tax-benefits-real-estate-investment-saudi-arabia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwjowu_apvWVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ7wM\">tax benefits of real estate investment in Saudi Arabia<\/a> to optimize net returns.<\/p><table data-path-to-node=\"45\"><thead><tr><td><strong>Cost Component<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Amount (SAR)<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Notes<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><\/thead><tbody><tr><td><span data-path-to-node=\"45,1,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"45,1,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Property Price<\/b><\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"45,1,1,0\">Market rate<\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"45,1,2,0\">Varies widely by city and neighborhood<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span data-path-to-node=\"45,2,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"45,2,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">REGA Transfer Fee<\/b><\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"45,2,1,0\">2% of property value<\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"45,2,2,0\">Mandatory transactional fee applied to non-Saudi buyers<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span data-path-to-node=\"45,3,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"45,3,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Notary\/Registration<\/b><\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"45,3,1,0\">SAR 1,000 \u2013 SAR 5,000<\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"45,3,2,0\">Fixed government registry fees<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span data-path-to-node=\"45,4,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"45,4,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Legal\/Advisory<\/b><\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"45,4,1,0\">SAR 10,000 \u2013 SAR 50,000<\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"45,4,2,0\">Optional but recommended professional oversight<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span data-path-to-node=\"45,5,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"45,5,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Bank\/Financing Fees<\/b><\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"45,5,1,0\">1% \u2013 2% of loan amount<\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"45,5,2,0\">Applicable if utilizing mortgage facilities<\/span><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><span data-path-to-node=\"45,6,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"45,6,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Total Additional Costs<\/b><\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"45,6,1,0\">~5% \u2013 8% of property value<\/span><\/td><td><span data-path-to-node=\"45,6,2,0\">Excludes base property purchase price<\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><p data-path-to-node=\"46\">To understand your financial options, review our specialized guide on <a class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/mohamad-itani.com\/how-to-get-a-mortgage-in-saudi-arabia-as-a-local-or-foreigner\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwjowu_apvWVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ8gM\">how to get a mortgage in Saudi Arabia<\/a>. For emerging ownership models, see insights on <a class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/mohamad-itani.com\/real-estate-tokenization-in-saudi-arabia-unlocking-new-capital-and-fractional-ownership\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwjowu_apvWVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ8wM\">real estate tokenization in Saudi Arabia<\/a>.<\/p><h2 data-path-to-node=\"48\">5 Steps to Buy Property in Saudi Arabia as a Foreigner<\/h2><p data-path-to-node=\"49\">The entire real estate lifecycle for international buyers is executed digitally via unified portals. Navigating the process requires careful compliance with established transaction protocols:<\/p><ol start=\"1\" data-path-to-node=\"50\"><li><p data-path-to-node=\"50,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"50,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Step 1: Verify zone eligibility (REGA portal) \u2014 1 day<\/b><\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"50,0,0\">Before signing any private purchase agreements or transferring funds, buyers must log directly into the Saudi Properties Portal Map to check the precise eligibility status of the plot or unit.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"50,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"50,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Step 2: Obtain digital identity (embassy for non-residents) \u2014 1-2 weeks<\/b><\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"50,1,0\">Prospective overseas buyers must register and obtain an officially approved digital identity through Saudi embassies or diplomatic missions abroad before initiating an online application, linking a local mobile number.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"50,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"50,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Step 3: Secure financing (if applicable) \u2014 2-4 weeks<\/b><\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"50,2,0\">Coordinate with approved banking institutions if leveraging mortgage products for your acquisition.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"50,3,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"50,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Step 4: Sign purchase agreement &amp; pay \u2014 1-2 weeks<\/b><\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"50,3,0\">All financial transactions must flow through electronic payment pathways certified by the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA).<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"50,4,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"50,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Step 5: Register title with REGA \u2014 1-3 weeks<\/b><\/p><p data-path-to-node=\"50,4,0\">Final step to secure legal asset rights. Once financial checks and structural approvals are complete, the title transaction is recorded directly in the national Real Estate Registry.<\/p><\/li><\/ol><p data-path-to-node=\"51\">For a granular walkthrough, review our <a class=\"ng-star-inserted\" href=\"https:\/\/mohamad-itani.com\/step-by-step-guide-registering-property-saudi-arabia\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-hveid=\"0\" data-ved=\"0CAAQ_4QMahgKEwjowu_apvWVAxUAAAAAHQAAAAAQ9AM\">step-by-step guide to registering property<\/a>.<\/p><h2 data-path-to-node=\"53\">Common Mistakes Foreign Investors Make<\/h2><p data-path-to-node=\"54\">To safeguard your capital when evaluating a <b data-path-to-node=\"54\" data-index-in-node=\"44\">saudi arabia property for sale<\/b>, avoid these frequent pitfalls:<\/p><ul data-path-to-node=\"55\"><li><p data-path-to-node=\"55,0,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"55,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Buying in non-approved zones:<\/b> Assuming all open-market listings are eligible for non-Saudi freehold ownership.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"55,1,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"55,1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Not verifying deed eligibility via the REGA portal:<\/b> Failing to perform pre-acquisition GIS verification.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"55,2,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"55,2,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Underestimating the 2% REGA transfer fee:<\/b> Omitting statutory government transactional costs from your budget.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"55,3,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"55,3,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Skipping legal due diligence:<\/b> Neglecting local regulatory checks on developer escrow accounts.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"55,4,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"55,4,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Confusing usufruct and freehold rights:<\/b> Misunderstanding holding durations and resale limitations.<\/p><\/li><li><p data-path-to-node=\"55,5,0\"><b data-path-to-node=\"55,5,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\">Missing the 15-day corporate ownership disclosure rule:<\/b> Failing to notify MISA of structural changes exceeding 5% in foreign-owned entities.<\/p><\/li><\/ul>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4b9f1f0 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"4b9f1f0\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7026154 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"7026154\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ac96a73 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"ac96a73\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-b0486cf elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"b0486cf\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;expanded&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1840\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" open>\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1840\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Can a foreign investor who does not live in Saudi Arabia purchase real estate? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1840\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-085209f e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"085209f\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1840\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-3a756ce e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"3a756ce\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-47fa3ea elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"47fa3ea\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-path-to-node=\"59\">Yes. Non-resident foreign individuals can purchase real property or acquire in-rem rights within the approved zones, provided they register an approved digital identity through a Saudi embassy or diplomatic mission and maintain a local bank account.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1841\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1841\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Can I get Saudi residency by buying property? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1841\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-abcbd84 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"abcbd84\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1841\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-84f6292 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"84f6292\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2ad58d6 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2ad58d6\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-path-to-node=\"61\">Yes. Investors can secure long-term residency through the Premium Residency program by meeting the real estate investment threshold of SAR 800,000+, granting 99-year usufruct rights and family sponsorship benefits.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1842\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1842\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> How much does it cost to register property as a foreigner? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1842\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-ec82743 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"ec82743\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1842\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f52ec06 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"f52ec06\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-e0b4a64 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"e0b4a64\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-path-to-node=\"63\">Total additional acquisition costs average approximately 5% to 8% of the property value, which includes the mandatory 2% REGA transfer fee, notary charges, and legal documentation fees.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1843\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1843\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Can a foreign company own real estate in Saudi Arabia? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1843\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9e73cf9 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"9e73cf9\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1843\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-562ef66 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"562ef66\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-42cdb12 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"42cdb12\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-path-to-node=\"65\">Yes, international corporate entities can own real estate after successfully completing MISA registration through the Invest Saudi platform, disclosing all beneficial owners, and complying with the 15-day corporate disclosure rules.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1844\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"5\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1844\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Are non-Muslims allowed to buy in Makkah and Madinah? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1844\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-833eb95 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"833eb95\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1844\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-7e47ca6 e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"7e47ca6\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-9f8a5ec elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"9f8a5ec\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-path-to-node=\"67\">No. Property rights and direct asset access within the designated urban zones of Makkah and Madinah remain strictly limited to Muslim individuals, 100% Saudi-owned corporate entities, or specialized investment vehicles monitored by the Capital Market Authority.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1845\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"6\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1845\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><div class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What happens if a foreign company fails to update its ownership disclosures? <\/div><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1845\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-f176e86 e-con-full e-flex e-con e-child\" data-id=\"f176e86\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1845\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-a1b868c e-flex e-con-boxed e-con e-child\" data-id=\"a1b868c\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-8ee947b elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"8ee947b\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-path-to-node=\"46\"><span class=\"citation-2287 citation-2288 citation-end-2288\">Foreign-owned private entities must maintain updated records regarding their beneficial ownership with the Ministry of Investment. 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