Kuwait Court of Cassation principle number 2741

Ownership of immovable property. It transfers through registration, whether between the contracting parties or in relation to third parties. The basis thereof. Article 7 of Real Estate Registration Law 5/1959. Registration not being completed. Its effect. - An unregistered sale contract results in the transfer of ownership of the immovable property to the purchaser. Its implication. He may not request confirmation of his ownership on the basis of this contract. The challenged judgment adhering to this view and ruling to set aside the appealed judgment and dismiss the action. Correct.