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The Private Rental Agreement serves as a legally binding document for residential property rentals in Saudi Arabia, essential for both landlords and tenants in establishing their rights and obligations. This document is required for all residential lease arrangements and must be registered on the Ejar platform as per Saudi law. It incorporates provisions from the Saudi Lease Law of 2018, relevant Ministry of Housing guidelines, and Sharia principles. The agreement is designed to protect both parties' interests while ensuring compliance with local regulations, including recent reforms under Vision 2030. It should be used whenever a residential property is being leased in Saudi Arabia, whether furnished or unfurnished, and includes crucial details about the property, rental terms, payment schedules, maintenance responsibilities, and dispute resolution procedures.

1. Parties: Identification of landlord and tenant with full legal names, identification numbers, and contact details as required by Saudi law

2. Background: Brief context of the rental arrangement and property details

3. Definitions: Key terms used throughout the agreement including Property, Term, Rent, and other relevant definitions

4. Lease Grant and Term: Specific details of what is being leased, for how long, and commencement date

5. Rent and Payment Terms: Rental amount, payment schedule, payment method, and any annual increases

6. Security Deposit: Amount, payment terms, and conditions for return of the security deposit

7. Utilities and Services: Responsibility for utility connections, payments, and included services

8. Maintenance and Repairs: Responsibilities of both parties regarding property maintenance and repairs

9. Use of Property: Permitted use of the property and occupancy restrictions

10. Tenant Obligations: Key responsibilities and obligations of the tenant

11. Landlord Obligations: Key responsibilities and obligations of the landlord

12. Insurance: Required insurance coverage for both parties

13. Access and Inspection: Landlord's rights to access the property and inspection terms

14. Alterations: Restrictions and permissions regarding property modifications

15. Termination: Conditions and process for terminating the lease

16. Default and Remedies: Consequences of breach and available remedies

17. Notices: How formal communications between parties should be made

18. Governing Law: Confirmation of Saudi law governance and Sharia compliance

19. Dispute Resolution: Process for resolving disputes including reference to Rental Dispute Resolution Committee

20. Signatures: Execution section including witness requirements