How to Apply for Monthly Rent in Riyadh

How to Apply for Monthly Rent in Riyadh

You have found an apartment in Riyadh, the landlord is asking for the full annual rent upfront, and your cash flow does not stretch to a single payment of that size. This is the most common scenario in Riyadh's residential rental market and the reason many tenants delay signing leases. The monthly rent in Riyadh guide covers the broader logic — this page focuses specifically on the application steps: what to prepare, where to apply, and what happens after you submit.

Dlight is a Saudi fintech company that helps tenants convert annual rent into monthly payments with a clear service fee. You choose the apartment, you sign the lease with the landlord through the official Ejar platform, and Dlight arranges the monthly payment schedule after approval and contract completion.

Before You Apply

The application is fastest when you have these elements ready:

• Apartment selected. Dlight does not list apartments or find units for tenants. You bring the apartment you want to rent — whether you found it directly or through a real-estate broker in Riyadh.
• Valid ID. You must be a Saudi citizen or legal resident with a valid identification document.
• Verifiable income. Whether you are an employee or self-employed, your income needs to be documented in a way that can be verified.
• Lease details from the landlord. The agreed annual rent amount, the contract term, and the landlord or broker's contact information.
• Active mobile number. For follow-up communication and to receive the verification code.

Step-by-Step Application

1. Open the application page at dlight.ai/register from your phone or computer.
2. Enter your mobile number. A short verification code arrives by SMS. Enter it to continue.
3. Fill in your basic details: name as on your ID, ID number, employment status, and income source.
4. Enter the apartment details: the Riyadh address, the agreed annual rent amount, and the lease term.
5. Review the service fee. Dlight discloses the full service fee before you submit. There are no hidden fees, and the model is based on a service fee, not interest.
6. Submit. After reviewing your information, send the application. Status notifications come to the same registered mobile number.

What Happens After You Submit

Every application is subject to eligibility review and verification. Approval is not automatic, and each application follows its own path depending on the information provided and how quickly it can be verified.

If approved, the lease is registered on the official Ejar platform — residential lease contracts in Saudi Arabia are registered on Ejar per applicable regulations, and this step is required to complete the contract. After registration, Dlight helps pay the landlord on your behalf, and your monthly repayment schedule begins according to the agreed plan.

Dlight contacts you throughout these stages on the same mobile number you applied with, so keep it active and up to date.

Notes for Riyadh Tenants

Many Riyadh landlords ask for annual rent upfront — a situation a large share of tenants encounter. A few practical notes for the application stage:

• Tell the landlord or broker early in the conversation that the rent will be paid through a monthly payment provider. This avoids last-minute surprises at signing.
• Make sure the apartment details you enter match what the landlord has on record. Mismatches in address or annual amount can extend the review.
• Keep a copy of any listing or offer you received from the landlord or broker — it helps you and helps the review team.
• You do not need a guarantor. Dlight does not require one — you sign the lease directly through Ejar, and Dlight is the payment facilitator.

Common Application Mistakes

• Entering an annual rent amount different from what you agreed with the landlord.
• Leaving contact details out of date, which delays follow-up.
• Applying for a property you have not actually viewed or pre-agreed with the owner.
• Listing income that cannot be verified — income verification is part of the review.
• Submitting an incomplete application without filling in the core fields.

FAQ

Can I apply for any apartment in Riyadh?

You can apply for residential leases in Riyadh that are eligible for registration on the Ejar platform. You bring the apartment, and Dlight helps convert the annual rent into monthly payments after approval and contract completion. Dlight does not list apartments or find units for tenants.

How long does the review take?

Review duration varies by application based on data completeness and verification speed. There is no fixed processing time — Dlight contacts you on the mobile number registered in your application.

Do I need a guarantor?

No. Dlight does not require a guarantor. You sign the lease directly with the landlord through Ejar, which is one of the core benefits of the Dlight model.

Start Your Application

If you have a specific apartment in Riyadh and want to pay rent monthly instead of in a full annual payment, you can begin your application now. Apply now with Dlight.