Qatar Issues New Real Estate Registration Rules to Boost Transparency

In a move set to modernize and streamline Qatar’s property sector, HE Minister of Justice and Minister of State for Cabinet Affairs, Ibrahim bin Ali al-Mohannadi, has issued the executive regulations for Law No. 5 of 2024 regulating real estate registration. This major regulatory step is accompanied by complementary ministerial decisions aimed at activating the law’s provisions and advancing the nation’s real estate system.

The announcement was made during a press conference held on Wednesday by the Ministry of Justice, where Assistant Undersecretary for Real Estate Registration and Documentation Affairs, Amer Saed Ali al-Ghafri, outlined the key features of the new regulations.

Key Features of the New Regulations

The executive regulations consist of three chapters and 17 articles, laying out detailed procedures for registration, enrolment, and documentation. These include the legal frameworks for:

• Updating property data
• Handling requests for separation and unification of property
• Regulating the responsibilities of the Real Estate Registration Committee
• Processing grievances and complaints

Al-Ghafri emphasized that the updated legal framework is designed to enhance service efficiency, strengthen customer confidence, and support Qatar’s ongoing digital transformation. He noted that the reforms align closely with the Qatar National Vision 2030 by helping create a more effective and technologically advanced real estate system.

Complementary Decisions for Digital Real Estate Services

HE the Minister of Justice has also issued:

• Decision No. 71 of 2025: Defines mandatory data fields for real estate registry entries.
• Decision No. 72 of 2025: Outlines the controls and procedures for electronic real estate registration.

These decisions represent a significant shift in the way real estate operations are conducted in Qatar. For the first time, property transactions can now be completed remotely, without clients needing to be physically present, after proper data verification and matching with official records. This marks a transformative step forward in improving service speed, reducing bureaucratic hurdles, and expanding access.

Digital Tools and Services

As part of the new digital infrastructure, users will benefit from:

• The Ministry of Justice's enhanced digital platform
• Personalized user accounts
• A new version of the SAK application
• Use of electronic signatures
• Activation of virtual real estate services

According to Al-Ghafri, these advancements will not only raise the quality of service delivery but also increase transparency and security while protecting property rights. The system aims to support both local and international investors by offering a more reliable and user-friendly process for property registration and documentation.

Qatar’s real estate sector is now poised for a new era of growth and efficiency, driven by forward-thinking legislation and robust digital transformation.