By Adil Ahmad, Business Setup Consultant at Gulf Corporate Services Summary The cost of setting up a business in Saudi Arabia starts at about SAR 2,200 in official registration fees, but a realistic first-year budget for a foreign-owned company runs from SAR 35,000 to SAR 120,000 before salaries. Your final…
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…
By Adil Ahmad, Business Setup Consultant at Gulf Corporate Services Summary SAGIA no longer exists. Foreign investors now deal with the Ministry of Investment (MISA), and since February 2025 the old MISA licence has been replaced by investment registration. Registration takes about 10 working days, MISA sets the fee after…
Saudi Arabia is emerging as a global trade and logistics hub, making it an ideal destination for businesses looking to establish a supply chain business in Saudi Arabia. With its strategic location, business-friendly policies, and government-backed infrastructure development under Vision 2030, the Kingdom presents numerous opportunities for investors in the…
By Adil Ahmad, Business Setup Consultant at Gulf Corporate Services Summary A Saudi Arabia investor visa usually means one of three routes: registering a company with MISA and taking an investor or general manager iqama, applying for Premium Residency, or using an investor visit visa for short trips. Most founders…
Saudi Arabia is rapidly transforming into a global sports hub, creating new opportunities for entrepreneurs. With Vision 2030 actively promoting sports participation, infrastructure development, and international sporting events, the demand for sports businesses is higher than ever. Whether launching a fitness center, a sports academy, or an e-sports platform, there…
