What is the ruling on selling a state land grant number before receiving the land, with a commitment to completing the procedures for receiving it or authorizing the buyer to do so?

This transaction is impermissible due to the presence of gharar (excessive uncertainty) and selling what one does not possess, as the Prophet (peace be upon him) said: "(Do not sell what you do not possess)."

The number (allotment) is merely a promise, and the land has not yet become the property of the paper holder. In addition, the value of the land varies according to its location and characteristics (main or side street, in the middle or at the edge of the plot), all of which affect its value and people's desire for it.

Therefore, it is impermissible to sell this promise paper. Rather, the paper holder should wait until he acquires the land and obtains a title deed proving its ownership, specifying its location and area, and then he may sell it if he wishes.