WHAT IS THE SAUDI NATIONAL ADDRESS AND SHORT ADDRESS?

SPL created the National Address, a standardized digital addressing system to identify every building and unit in Saudi Arabia. It replaces informal directions with structured parts that enable:

• Access to government services
• Official Mail delivery
• Banking and licensing for businesses
• Digital platform integration

Short Address
A simpler version of the full address format, the short address basically is four letters and four numbers (like ABCD 1234).

Used for:

• Fast sharing of digital locations
• Forms on the web
• Instructions for delivery

Address Components Needed for Registration

You will need to type in:

• Building Number
• Street Name
• District
• City
• Postal Code (5 digits)
• Secondary Number

It’s very important to be accurate; even small mistakes can slow down verification.

IS THE NATIONAL ADDRESS MANDATORY AND WHO NEEDS IT?

Yes. SPL made the usage of the National Address mandatory starting January 1, 2026.

Who Must Register:

• Individuals residing in Saudi Arabia
• All companies and legal entities that do business in KSA

Why Businesses Should Care:
National Address registration is required for:

• Commercial Registration (CR)
• Government portals
• Banking procedures
• Regulatory correspondence
• Operational licensing

Failure to register could slow down the business setup milestones.

Where It Fits in the Business Setup Flow

National Address registration appears early in the “Start Your Business” sequence and supports:

1. Company incorporation
2. Tax registration
3. Government system and portal activation
4. Operational compliance

BUSINESS VS. INDIVIDUAL REGISTRATION

Individuals

Important for:

• Residents
• Tenants of property
• Activating personal service

Needs ID/Iqama and a phone number to verify.

Businesses

When you register your business, you make sure that the physical location of your business is officially recorded and that it matches:

• Lease agreements
• Commercial Registration records
• Government filings
• Bank documentation

To avoid compliance problems, all documents must be consistent.

BUSINESS FEES AND RECORDS

Business National Address packages may include paid elements. Fees vary based on:

• Type of entity
• Main record vs. branch/sub record
• Service level

Important: According to SPL rules, new institutions and businesses don’t have to pay National Address fees for the first year. Rates may change based on the policy updates.

Main Record vs. Sub‑Record

• Main Record: Primary company address
• Sub‑Record: Needed for additional branches

Planning branch records early prevents administrative rework.

WHAT YOU NEED BEFORE YOU START

Prepare:

• Commercial Registration (CR), if applicable
• Authorized signatory ID/Iqama
• Verified mobile number (OTP)
• Complete address details:
  • Building number
  • Unit number (if applicable)
  • Secondary number
  • Postal code
  • District
  • City

Expert Tip:
Make sure the address format matches your lease or other documents.

STEP-BY-STEP: HOW TO REGISTER YOUR BUSINESS’S NATIONAL ADDRESS

Step 1: Choose the Right Path to Register

Select the Business / Organization route.

Step 2: Add Your Location

• Pin your building accurately
• Always enter all parts of the address
• Compare the details of the building or unit with official records

Data mismatches are a common cause of delays.

Step 3: Verify and Submit

• Complete OTP verification
• Confirm entity details
• Submit application

Step 4: Obtain Your Proof (Certificate)

Download your certificate after it has been approved. It is needed for:

• Banking
• Licensing
• Government platform verification
• Official documentation

Always store a digital copy.

HOW TO VERIFY YOUR NATIONAL ADDRESS PROOF

Use the SPL verification service. Confirm:

• Correct name or ID of the company
• A valid proof reference number
• Correct address information

Verification prevents documentation discrepancies during setup.

UPDATING OR MANAGING YOUR NATIONAL ADDRESS

You may need to update your address if you:

• Move offices
• Change unit numbers
• Add a branch
• Modify company details

Updates must remain consistent with supporting documents.

COMMON BUSINESS CHALLENGES IN OBTAINING A BUSINESS ADDRESS

Businesses often have to deal with:

1. Difficulties with finding a compliant space
2. Time gaps between signing the lease and registering it
3. “Chicken-and-egg” problem—having to have an address to move forward
4. Building numbers or map pins that don’t match up

These problems can lead to repeated submissions and delays.