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Our professionals will dive into your business model, goals, and challenges to identify the best setup approach that will work for you.
We’ll show you exactly how we helped 40,000+ entrepreneurs establish operations in the region.
what works, what doesn’t, and how to avoid the costly mistakes most businesses make when expanding to Saudi Arabia.
you will get a personalized action plan, outlining the next steps, timelines, and setup costs for your Saudi expansion.
No theory. No guesswork. Just a practical roadmap built around your business goals.
The setup process typically takes between 15 to 30 days, depending on the type of business and the documents required.
The common structures are Limited Liability Company (LLC), Branch of a Foreign Company, and Joint Stock Company (JSC). Each has different requirements and benefits.
Not always! Many industries allow 100% foreign ownership, especially for startups under MISA’s Entrepreneur License.
An LLC is an independent entity with limited liability. A branch directly represents the parent company and must follow additional compliance rules.
Yes. The Ministry of Investment allows full foreign ownership in various industries.
To open a trading company in Saudi Arabia, you need a MISA investment license, Ministry of Commerce registration, local office, financials, and tax registration; 100% foreign-owned companies must show successful operations in at least three foreign markets or multiple owned entities.
Typically, you’ll need Commercial Registration (CR), Articles of Association (AoA), ID or passport copies of directors and shareholders, and proof of business address in Saudi Arabia.
The process typically takes 2–4 weeks, depending on the completeness of the application and required approvals.
Yes, an Investor Visa allows you to sponsor your spouse and children for residency in Saudi Arabia.
Businesses are typically subject to VAT (15%), Zakat for Saudi-owned businesses, Corporate Income Tax (20%) for foreign-owned companies, and Withholding Tax for cross-border payments.
Choosing the wrong legal structure, submitting incomplete documentation, underestimating Saudization requirements, not registering with all required authorities, and delaying corporate bank account setup.