BUSINESS SETUP
SAUDI ARABIA

Set up a 100% foreign owned company in Saudi Arabia. We provide expert company formation solutions that will safeguard and maintain control of your company and group’s presence in Saudi Arabia. Save time and money by setting up your business in Saudi Arabia with Creation Business Consultants.

EXPERT BUSINESS
SETUP IN SAUDI ARABIA

COMPLETE COMPANY SETUP SERVICES

  • 100% control of your Saudi Arabia business
  • Low paid-up capital requirement options available 
  • Guidance on the correct structure for your business needs
  • Physical presence is not required to set-up your KSA company
  • 20+ combined years of KSA company formation, western owned & managed
  • Preparation of corporate documents to establish a Saudi entity
  • All-inclusive registration with licensing authorities
  • Complete General Manager residency (Iqama) visa
  • Assistance with Saudi corporate bank account opening
  • Post incorporation services including tax, accounting, and payroll
  • UK, Irish and Australian Saudi Arabia company formation experts

SAUDI ARABIA COMPANY FORMATION PROCESS JOURNEY

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PREPARE COMPANY INCORPORATION DOCUMENTATION

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REGISTER WITH MINISTRY OF INVESTMENT OF SAUDI ARABIA (MISA)

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FINALIZE LEGAL COMPANY DOCUMENTATION – ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION


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PREPARE COMPANY INCORPORATION DOCUMENTATION


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REGISTER WITH MINISTRY OF INVESTMENT OF SAUDI ARABIA (MISA)


Ksa Company Formation – Uk

FINALIZE LEGAL COMPANY DOCUMENTATION – ARTICLES OF ASSOCIATION

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RECEIVE COMMERCIAL REGISTRATION (CR) LICENSE FOR COMPANY

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SELECT BUSINESS PREMISES & REGISTER NATIONAL ADDRESS

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COMPLETE POST INCORPORATION REGISTRATIONS


Ksa Company Formation – Uk

RECEIVE COMMERCIAL REGISTRATION (CR) LICENSE FOR COMPANY


Ksa Company Formation – Uk

SELECT BUSINESS PREMISES & REGISTER NATIONAL ADDRESS


Ksa Company Formation – Uk

COMPLETE POST INCORPORATION REGISTRATIONS

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GENERAL MANAGER (GM) VISITS KSA TO COMPLETE RESIDENCY (IQAMA) VISA

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REGISTER GM ON THE COMPANY BOOKS & WITH GOVERNMENT AUTHORITIES

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MEET WITH BANK TO SIGN & APPLY FOR KSA CORPORATE BANK ACCOUNT

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GENERAL MANAGER (GM) VISITS KSA TO COMPLETE RESIDENCY (IQAMA) VISA

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REGISTER GM ON THE COMPANY BOOKS & WITH GOVERNMENT AUTHORITIES


Ksa Company Formation – Uk

MEET WITH BANK TO SIGN & APPLY FOR KSA CORPORATE BANK ACCOUNT

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SAUDI ARABIA
LEGAL ENTITY
STRUCTURES


THE MAIN FORMS OF LEGAL ENTITIES IN SAUDI ARABIA ARE:

    • Limited Liability Company (LLC)
    • Branch of a Foreign Company
    • Joint Stock Company (JSC)
    • General partnership
    • Technical and scientific services office 
    • The Establishment
    • Regional Headquarters (RHQ)

Shareholding structure and paid-up capital requirements will differ depending on business activity and the legal form. 

WHY YOU SHOULD FORM A COMPANY IN SAUDI ARABIA

$ 29,920
GDP Per Capita
$ 29,920
GDP Per Capita
15.36 Million
Saudi labour force
15.36 Million
Saudi labour force
36.95 Million
Total Population
36.95 Million
Total Population
$389 Billion
FDI inward stock
$389 Billion
FDI inward stock

SAUDI ARABIA BUSINESS SETUP FAQ’S

Engage with expert consultants that will streamline the process and prepare documentation in the quickest possible time. Saudi authorities are improving their company set up systems and processes to attract direct foreign investment. The processing times to register a company in Saudi has been reduced by 50% and the issuance of a Commercial Registration is generated at a greater speed. Having the correct business partners that are up-to-date on the latest licensing processes is critical for your business to be operating in the shortest possible time.

Reach out to our team for more details on Saudi company setup, by email [email protected] or call KSA +966 56 865 2329 UAE +971 4 878 6240.

The Saudi government has introduced an incentive to assist with company formation and attract foreign investors. When starting a Saudi company within the first year, the initial company registration and set up fees are reduced by two thirds which is appealing to new market entrants. 

Our team of experts are available to answer any questions you may have about Saudi company setup. Contact us by email [email protected] or call KSA +966 56 865 2329 UAE +971 4 878 6240.

It is recommended to seek professional expert services to set up a Saudi company. This will greatly reduce time, costs and streamline the company set up process. Creation Business Consultants experts will guide you towards the right solution to plan and complete all company formation and post company formation formalities. 

It is essential that your consultants have a registered company and staff in Saudi Arabia to assist with this process. 

To learn more about our services and how we can assist with setting up a company in Saudi Arabia, email [email protected] or call KSA +966 56 865 2329 UAE +971 4 878 6240.

Creation will complete the full company registration for your Saudi Arabia company to be operational in the quickest possible time.  From issuance of the Commercial Registration (CR) from Ministry of Investment and Ministry of Commerce, obtaining Chamber of Commerce membership, opening files, and completing the registration with Ministry of Labor, General Organization for Social Insurance, General Authority for Zakat and Tax. Once your Saudi company set up is completed, we will assist with setting up your Saudi company bank account, obtaining your General Manager Iqama (Saudi residency visa) and employee Iqama so you can start doing business in Saudi Arabia.

To learn more about our services and how we can assist with setting up a company in Saudi Arabia, email [email protected] or call KSA +966 56 865 2329 UAE +971 4 878 6240.

Non-Saudi nationals can own 100% of their company in Saudi Arabia. As part of the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 there are many benefits for having an entity and / or its headquarters set up in Saudi Arabia. For more information contact [email protected] or call KSA +966 56 865 2329 UAE +971 4 878 6240 to discuss your Saudi company formation plans.

Yes, foreigners can apply to set up a business in Saudi Arabia and have 100% ownership. Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia (MISA) will issue a business license to foreign investors. However, certain business activities may require Saudi participation in the form of a local partner. Contact a member of our team for your free no commitment consultation on [email protected] or call KSA +966 56 865 2329 UAE +971 4 878 6240.

When starting a business in Saudi Arabia, there are some business activity restrictions that apply to foreigners. Restricted business activities include consulting (non-applicable to certain management consulting activities) medical, military sector, recruitment, oil exploration, drilling and production, real estate investment in Makkah and Madina. The most common licenses we assist with registration in KSA fall under services, trading and industrial. Contact a member of our team for your free no commitment consultation on [email protected] or call KSA +966 56 865 2329 UAE +971 4 878 6240 and we will guide you towards the correct business activity for your Saudi company incorporation. 

The documents required to set up a Saudi company will vary depending on the company structure. The initial list of documents required (but not limited to) include:

  • Company trade license copy or equivalent (most recent);
  • Memorandum & Articles of Association (include copies of any amendments/changes);
  • Resolution and Power of Attorney (detailing intentions to setup a Saudi entity); and 
  • Shareholder’s, Directors, and authorised signatories’ passport copies.

Our team of experts are available to answer any questions you may have about Saudi company setup. Contact us by email [email protected] or call KSA +966 56 865 2329 UAE +971 4 878 6240.

The first steps towards starting your business in Saudi Arabia involves an initial consultation to understand your needs. Next, we will complete a review of your business profile and put a plan into place to apply for your foreign entity with Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia (MISA). Once the company registration is completed you will receive the Commercial Registration (CR). Finally, we will complete the post company formation processes and plan the steps towards applying for the company bank account and the General Managers Iqama (Saudi residency visa).

Reach out to our team for more details on Saudi company setup, by email [email protected] or call KSA +966 56 865 2329 UAE +971 4 878 6240.

Creation Business Consultants can complete the Saudi company registration on your behalf. The nominated General Manager is only required to visit Saudi Arabia once the company setup is completed, and the Commercial Registration is issued. During the General Manager visit to Saudi, we will assist with completing the General Manager Iqama (Saudi residency visa) and start the company bank account opening process. 

For more information on Saudi company setup, please email [email protected] or call KSA +966 56 865 2329 UAE +971 4 878 6240.

The investment for establishing a Saudi entity will vary according to the license type, shareholding structure and business activities. For a free no commitment consultation for Saudi business set up, contact via email  [email protected] or call +966 56 865 2329 UAE +971 4 878 6240 and a member of our team will guide you on the options available, processes and the  investment criteria.

HOW CAN OUR SAUDI BUSINESS SETUP CONSULTANTS HELP YOU?

Complete assistance with KSA business formation, enabling your business to be operational as soon as possible.

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