By logging into the General Real Estate Authority (REGA) portal, you can benefit from a wide range of tools that facilitate buying, selling, and registration. The Authority’s electronic services are designed to save time and effort, providing an integrated digital experience through clear and simple steps.

What is the Wafi Platform?

Wafi is a major arm of the General Real Estate Authority. It is an electronic platform established to enable real estate developers to showcase and market their projects before construction is complete (Off-plan sales). The platform aims to:

Limit irregular practices and fraudulent sales.
Enhance investor and buyer confidence in the Saudi market.
Raise the quality of real estate projects and provide integrated solutions.

Wafi’s vision is to achieve a secure and innovative real estate environment based on transparency and professionalism.

Platform Objectives

Increase real estate supply and raise its contribution to the GDP.
Provide diverse real estate products suitable for various segments of society.
Enable investors to own properties early at competitive prices with flexible payment plans.

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Electronic Services of the Real Estate Authority

The platform offers several services that streamline procedures for stakeholders:

Submitting real estate license applications electronically.
Monitoring projects and updating data without visiting government offices.
Issuing documented sales and lease contracts via the electronic system.
Registering local and international properties according to approved standards.

How to Register on the Wafi Platform

The Authority ensures that registration is smooth through the following steps:

Login: Access the REGA website and select "Create New Account."
Basic Data: Fill in your email and password.
Personal Info: Enter your name, ID number, and nationality.
Project Details: Register project data—type (residential, commercial, industrial, or tourism), location, and number of units.
Documentation: Upload required documents such as title deeds or long-term lease contracts.
Submission: Submit the request and track its status through your account. Once approved, the developer receives an electronic license to market and sell the project.

Registration Requirements

Internal Properties: Project licenses approved by competent authorities, copies of ownership documents, and compliance with technical standards.
External Properties: Obtaining a marketing license via the platform, proof of ownership in the host country, and documents proving the right of Saudis to own property per local laws.

Types of Licenses Available

Off-plan Marketing (Internal): For selling units within the Kingdom.
Off-plan Marketing (External): For marketing international properties under specific regulations.
Raw Land Marketing: Allows the sale of undeveloped land after submitting approved plans.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can non-developers use Wafi? Yes, individuals can verify licensed projects and ensure the safety of contracts before buying.
Is there a mobile app? Services are currently web-based, but mobile applications are under development.
Wafi vs. Ejar? Wafi regulates off-plan sales and rentals, while Ejar is for residential and commercial lease contracts for completed buildings.

Protect Your Capital with Reinvest

Using official platforms like Wafi is the first step toward a secure investment. Whether you are looking at off-plan commercial hubs or residential developments, the goal is to Reinvest with confidence in a regulated market.

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