Saudi Real Estate Registry Launches Initial Property Registration

The Saudi Real Estate Registry announced the start of applications for initial property registration covering 13 land plots across eight neighborhoods in the regions of Makkah Al-Mukarramah and Madinah, as part of efforts to enhance property ownership documentation and data reliability.

In Jeddah, registration includes parts of the neighborhoods of Al-Taawun, Al-Tadhamun, Al-Bashaer, Al-Sinaeyah, and Al-Khumrah, in addition to the launch of initial registration for seven plots in part of Al-Shati District, with registration open until Thursday, April 9, 2026.

Defined Deadlines for Property Owners

In Madinah, registration covers parts of Al-Haram Al-Sharif District and Al-Jassa District, with property owners required to complete registration by Thursday, April 16, 2026.

Owners can verify whether their properties fall within the announced zones through the Real Estate Registry platform, according to the Saudi Press Agency (SPA).

Digital Registration and Property Title Issuance

The registry urged owners to register via rer.sa or the Real Estate Registry app, noting that each registered property will receive a unique Property ID and a title deed containing precise geospatial data, ownership details, property descriptions, rights, obligations, and all related transactions.

The initiative aims to strengthen market transparency, improve regulatory efficiency, and support the long-term sustainability of Saudi Arabia’s real estate sector.

✦ ArchUp Editorial Insight

The launch of initial property registration across selected neighborhoods in Makkah and Madinah reflects Saudi Arabia’s ongoing shift toward a digitally governed, Contemporary regulatory framework for land and real estate management. By introducing geospatially precise title deeds and unified Property IDs, the initiative strengthens Material Expression at the scale of data, redefining how ownership and urban land are documented within the evolving Urban Fabric. However, while the system promises transparency and administrative efficiency, it also raises professional questions regarding accessibility for smaller owners and the capacity of digital platforms to accommodate complex historical tenure conditions. Yet, the structured timelines and standardized datasets suggest a move toward greater Functional Resilience in the real estate market. Ultimately, the initiative signals a broader Architectural Ambition at the national scale, positioning land registration as a foundational layer for sustainable urban development.