“Digital transformation in Saudi Arabia’s rental sector: Starting January 15, all residential rent payments must be conducted through the online Ejar platform, as announced by the Real Estate General Authority. Utilizing Ejar’s Mada or SADAD channels with the postpaid number 153, tenants will now exclusively make digital payments, eliminating the acceptance of proof of payment outside these authorized channels. This initiative, following a Saudi Cabinet decision, aims to enhance the rental process, ensuring tenant rights, streamlining payments, and reducing real estate fraud. Commercial rent contracts remain unaffected for now, marking a significant step towards a more efficient and transparent rental ecosystem.”