TYPES OF LICENSES IN KSA
The Saudi Arabian government offers various types of business licenses to foreign companies and individuals. We strongly recommend discussing your case with our qualified consultant before finalizing the license type that suits your business model.
Service license
A service license allows foreign companies to provide a wide range of services in Saudi Arabia, including restaurants, marketing agencies, IT services, Web or App development, and other general services. Foreign companies can own 100% of a service company in Saudi Arabia.
Entrepreneurial license
An entrepreneurial license is specifically for startups and offers a number of benefits, such as streamlined regulations, reduced fees, and access to government support programs.
Industrial license
An industrial license allows foreign companies to establish manufacturing facilities in Saudi Arabia. Foreign companies can own 100% of an industrial company in Saudi Arabia.
Agricultural license
An agricultural license allows foreign companies to engage in agricultural activities in Saudi Arabia, such as farming and livestock production. Foreign companies can own 100% of an agricultural company in Saudi Arabia.
Real estate license
This service is provided to foreign real estate development companies in case the total cost of the project, in terms of both land and construction is not less than 30 million Saudi riyals in terms of land and construction, and the investment is established outside the borders of the cities of Mecca and Medina. We recommend contacting MISA directly for details about this license requirement.
Trading license (Commercial license)
A trading license allows foreign companies to import and export goods in Saudi Arabia. Foreign companies can own 100% of a trading company in Saudi Arabia.
Mining license
A mining license allows foreign companies to engage in mining activities in Saudi Arabia. Foreign companies can own 100% of a mining company in Saudi Arabia.
