Saudi Arabia's Real Estate General Authority (REGA) announced that the law allowing non-Saudis to own property came into effect on January 22, 2024. Now, all applications by foreign individuals and companies must be submitted through the official digital platform called Saudi Properties. This portal is the only gateway for requests, processing, and compliance checks. Residents apply using their residency ID within the Kingdom, with automatic eligibility checks done online. Non-residents start by obtaining a digital identity through Saudi embassies abroad before applying. Foreign companies without a physical presence in Saudi Arabia must first register with the Ministry of Investment via the Invest Saudi platform to get a Unified Number (700) before they can proceed. Ownership is permitted across many regions but is limited in key cities. Riyadh and Jeddah have special zoning rules. Ownership in Makkah and Madinah is restricted to Saudi companies and Muslim individuals only. REGA stressed no property projects for non-Saudis have yet been approved. REGA said the law aims to boost real estate quality by attracting international developers. It expects the regulation to drive growth in residential, commercial, industrial, and tourism sectors and create jobs for Saudi citizens. The authority urges applicants to use the official Saudi Properties portal or call 920017183 for information.