By Adil Ahmad, Business Setup Consultant at Gulf Corporate Services Summary Oil is still the biggest income source of Saudi Arabia. In 2025, oil brought in about SAR 606 billion, roughly 55% of government revenue, while non-oil revenue reached about SAR 505 billion. But the economy is changing fast. Tourism,…
By Adil Ahmad, Business Setup Consultant at Gulf Corporate Services · 21 Oct 2026 · @Adil Summary To start an event management business in Saudi Arabia, you need a commercial registration from the Ministry of Commerce, a MISA investment licence if you are a foreign owner, and the right event…
By Adil Ahmad, Business Setup Consultant at Gulf Corporate Services Summary LLC company formation in Saudi Arabia lets foreign investors own up to 100% of a limited liability company in most sectors. You register with MISA, reserve a trade name, notarise the articles of association and get your commercial registration…
Starting a construction business in Saudi Arabia presents a lucrative opportunity, given the kingdom’s booming construction industry driven by the ambitious Vision 2030. With an increasing demand for infrastructure and urban development projects, entering the Saudi Arabian construction sector can be highly profitable. However, navigating the process requires a clear…
The ECommerce sector in Saudi Arabia is one of the fastest-growing markets in the Middle East, driven by an increasing internet penetration rate, a young, tech-savvy population, and significant government investments in digital infrastructure. For entrepreneurs and businesses aiming to tap into this promising market, understanding the nuances of setting…
Saudi Arabia’s company registration process for foreign investors follows a mandatory two-step sequence. The first step is obtaining a foreign investment license from MISA (Ministry of Investment Saudi Arabia), the authority formerly known as SAGIA, renamed in 2020. The second step is registering your commercial entity with the Ministry of Commerce…
