{"id":682,"date":"2026-07-14T20:01:55","date_gmt":"2026-07-14T20:01:55","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/muqtada-sa.com\/?p=682"},"modified":"2026-07-14T20:02:46","modified_gmt":"2026-07-14T20:02:46","slug":"%d9%87%d9%84-%d9%8a%d8%ac%d9%88%d8%b2-%d9%84%d9%84%d9%85%d8%a4%d8%ac%d8%b1-%d9%81%d8%b3%d8%ae-%d8%b9%d9%82%d8%af-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a5%d9%8a%d8%ac%d8%a7%d8%b1-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d8%b9%d9%88","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/muqtada-sa.com\/en\/%d9%87%d9%84-%d9%8a%d8%ac%d9%88%d8%b2-%d9%84%d9%84%d9%85%d8%a4%d8%ac%d8%b1-%d9%81%d8%b3%d8%ae-%d8%b9%d9%82%d8%af-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%a5%d9%8a%d8%ac%d8%a7%d8%b1-%d9%81%d9%8a-%d8%a7%d9%84%d8%b3%d8%b9%d9%88\/","title":{"rendered":"Can a Landlord Terminate a Lease Agreement in Saudi Arabia?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Statutory Grounds and Legal Requirements<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many property owners wonder: <strong>Can a Landlord Terminate a Lease Agreement?<\/strong> What legal circumstances permit this? In Saudi Arabia, real estate regulations\u2014particularly through the \u201cEjar\u201d platform\u2014govern the relationship between landlords and tenants in a manner that safeguards both parties\u2019 rights and prevents abuse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article, we present to you: <strong>Rade Law Firm<\/strong> A comprehensive legal overview of lease termination by both landlords and tenants, in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>First: When May a Landlord Terminate a Lease Agreement?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The landlord may request termination of the lease agreement in the following cases:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The tenant\u2019s failure to pay the rent on time.<\/strong> For more than 30 days without a legitimate justification.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Using the leased property for an activity other than the one agreed upon.<\/strong> Or for an unlawful purpose.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Causing substantial damage to the property.<\/strong> Without the landlord\u2019s prior written consent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Subletting the property.<\/strong> Without the landlord\u2019s written consent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Using the property for activities that disturb neighbors or threaten public safety.<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The tenant\u2019s refusal to vacate the property.<\/strong> After the lease term has expired.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Breach of the terms documented in the standard Ejar lease agreement.<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Important Notes<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A lease agreement may not be terminated automatically without following the legally prescribed procedures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must <strong>Sending a formal notice.<\/strong> Documenting the violations before resorting to court.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Agreements registered through <strong>the \u201cEjar\u201d platform.<\/strong> Carry enforceability and facilitate proving a breach.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Second: Is a Tenant Entitled to Terminate a Lease Agreement?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just as the law grants landlords the right to terminate a lease agreement in certain cases, it also grants tenants the same right when any of the following grounds exist:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The existence of a legitimate reason.<\/strong> Such as a job transfer or a force majeure event that prevents the tenant from continuing the lease.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The landlord\u2019s failure to carry out essential repairs.<\/strong> Despite being notified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The landlord\u2019s use of the property without permission.<\/strong> Or interfering with the tenant\u2019s use and enjoyment of the property.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Failure to Register the Lease Agreement on the Ejar Platform.<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The discovery of material defects.<\/strong> In the property that jeopardize the safety of its occupants.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The existence of <strong>A provision in the lease agreement permitting termination.<\/strong> Following a formally dated notice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Third: Actions Prohibited for Both Landlords and Tenants<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It is not permissible to <strong>Terminate the lease agreement merely at will.<\/strong> To terminate it before its expiry date without a legally valid justification.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The landlord is not entitled to evict the tenant immediately upon the expiry of the lease term. <strong>Without prior notice<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The sale of the property. <strong>Does not terminate the lease agreement.<\/strong> Automatically, unless expressly stipulated in the lease agreement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unlawful termination may result in: <strong>Penalties or compensation.<\/strong> For the affected party.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Registering the lease agreement through the \u201cEjar\u201d platform.<\/strong><strong>\"<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Registering the lease agreement on <strong>the \u201cEjar\u201d platform.<\/strong> Is one of the most effective means of protecting rights, as it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It is recognized as an official and enforceable contract.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It facilitates proving any breach of the lease agreement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It shortens the dispute resolution process and reduces the likelihood of manipulation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Statutory Grounds and Legal Requirements<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many property owners wonder: <strong>Can a Landlord Terminate a Lease Agreement?<\/strong> What legal circumstances permit this? In Saudi Arabia, real estate regulations\u2014particularly through the \u201cEjar\u201d platform\u2014govern the relationship between landlords and tenants in a manner that safeguards both parties\u2019 rights and prevents abuse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In this article, we present to you: <strong>Rade Law Firm<\/strong> A comprehensive legal overview of lease termination by both landlords and tenants, in accordance with the applicable laws and regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>First: When May a Landlord Terminate a Lease Agreement?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The landlord may request termination of the lease agreement in the following cases:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The tenant\u2019s failure to pay the rent on time.<\/strong> For more than 30 days without a legitimate justification.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Using the leased property for an activity other than the one agreed upon.<\/strong> Or for an unlawful purpose.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Causing substantial damage to the property.<\/strong> Without the landlord\u2019s prior written consent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Subletting the property.<\/strong> Without the landlord\u2019s written consent.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Using the property for activities that disturb neighbors or threaten public safety.<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The tenant\u2019s refusal to vacate the property.<\/strong> After the lease term has expired.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Breach of the terms documented in the standard Ejar lease agreement.<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Important Notes<\/strong><strong>:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>A lease agreement may not be terminated automatically without following the legally prescribed procedures.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Must <strong>Sending a formal notice.<\/strong> Documenting the violations before resorting to court.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Agreements registered through <strong>the \u201cEjar\u201d platform.<\/strong> Carry enforceability and facilitate proving a breach.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Second: Is a Tenant Entitled to Terminate a Lease Agreement?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Just as the law grants landlords the right to terminate a lease agreement in certain cases, it also grants tenants the same right when any of the following grounds exist:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><strong>The existence of a legitimate reason.<\/strong> Such as a job transfer or a force majeure event that prevents the tenant from continuing the lease.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The landlord\u2019s failure to carry out essential repairs.<\/strong> Despite being notified.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The landlord\u2019s use of the property without permission.<\/strong> Or interfering with the tenant\u2019s use and enjoyment of the property.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Failure to Register the Lease Agreement on the Ejar Platform.<\/strong><strong>.<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>The discovery of material defects.<\/strong> In the property that jeopardize the safety of its occupants.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The existence of <strong>A provision in the lease agreement permitting termination.<\/strong> Following a formally dated notice.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Third: Actions Prohibited for Both Landlords and Tenants<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It is not permissible to <strong>Terminate the lease agreement merely at will.<\/strong> To terminate it before its expiry date without a legally valid justification.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The landlord is not entitled to evict the tenant immediately upon the expiry of the lease term. <strong>Without prior notice<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The sale of the property. <strong>Does not terminate the lease agreement.<\/strong> Automatically, unless expressly stipulated in the lease agreement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Unlawful termination may result in: <strong>Penalties or compensation.<\/strong> For the affected party.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Registering the lease agreement through the \u201cEjar\u201d platform.<\/strong><strong>\"<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Registering the lease agreement on <strong>the \u201cEjar\u201d platform.<\/strong> Is one of the most effective means of protecting rights, as it:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>It is recognized as an official and enforceable contract.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It facilitates proving any breach of the lease agreement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>It shortens the dispute resolution process and reduces the likelihood of manipulation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Do you need legal advice on rental disputes?<\/strong><strong><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">in <strong>Radea Law Firm and Legal Consultancy<\/strong>We have extensive experience in handling lease agreements on behalf of both landlords and tenants, and we provide the following services:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reviewing lease agreements and evaluating their terms.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Issuing legally compliant notices.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Representing parties before judicial and enforcement authorities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Drafting robust lease agreements in accordance with the applicable 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