The question investors and entrepreneurs ask most often before entering the Saudi market is a simple one: what will this actually cost? And the honest answer is that it depends heavily on your company structure, the sector you are entering, whether you are a Saudi national or a foreign investor,…
Opening a medical clinic in Dubai requires navigating two parallel regulatory tracks. The first is the DET (Department of Economy and Tourism) company registration for the legal entity. The second, and more complex, is the DHA (Dubai Health Authority) licensing process that authorizes clinical operations. Both must be in place…
Starting a car rental business in Dubai is a lucrative opportunity due to the city’s high demand for rental vehicles among tourists, business travelers, and residents. However, obtaining a Car Rental Business License in Dubai involves meeting specific legal, financial, and operational requirements set by the Dubai Department of Economic…
By Adil Ahmad, Business Setup Consultant at Gulf Corporate Services Summary To get a work visa in Oman, your employer first secures a work permit (labour clearance) from the Ministry of Labour, then applies for your employment visa through the Royal Oman Police. After arrival you complete a medical test,…
Starting a business in Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) is an excellent opportunity for entrepreneurs and corporations looking to expand in the UAE’s thriving business environment. As one of the largest and most well-established free zones in Dubai, JAFZA offers significant advantages, including 100% foreign ownership, zero corporate tax, and…
By Adil Ahmad, Business Setup Consultant at Gulf Corporate Services Summary Yes, a foreigner can start a business in Saudi Arabia, and in most sectors you can own 100% of it without a local sponsor. You register as a foreign investor with MISA, then set up an LLC or a…
