Landlord-Tenant Regulations In Saudi Arabia If you rent a home or office in Saudi Arabia, you’ve probably heard at least one of these questions: “Can my landlord still raise the rent next year?” “Is my Ejar contract enough if something goes wrong?” “Do I really have to register the lease online?” The short answer: yes, things have changed , and they’re still changing. Over the last few years, the Kingdom has been moving toward a much more structured rental system. A national digital platform...

AI and Dispute Resolution: What the AAA-ICDR AI Arbitrator Means? And What It Could Mean for Saudi Arabia? Can artificial intelligence meaningfully change how we resolve disputes? In 2025, the American Arbitration Association–International Centre for Dispute Resolution (AAA-ICDR) took a concrete step in that direction by launching its AI Arbitrator for certain construction disputes. Rather than replacing humans, the AI Arbitrator is designed to pair AI analysis with human judgment to...

Everything You Need to Know About the Real-Estate Registration Fee System in Saudi Arabia Do you know how complex buying and selling property in Saudi Arabia can be? The kingdom is working hard to improve its housing under Vision 2030. Knowing about the real-estate registration fee system is key for investors, homeowners, and businesses. The property registration process has changed a lot. It now aims to be more open and efficient. But what does this mean for you, and how can you understand...