Business License in Saudi Arabia
Business License In Saudi Arabia - Types & Requirements
Elevate International guides foreign and local businesses through obtaining Saudi business licenses issued by the Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia (MISA). We simplify the process of getting a business license and help you operate within regulatory guidelines. Our specialists help clients acquire licenses across multiple categories including commercial, industrial, and professional sectors, ensuring compliance and reducing costs.
Types of Business Licenses in Saudi Arabia
Service License
Allows foreign companies to provide services like construction, technology, and healthcare. Investors enjoy 100% ownership. Requires 1-year prior establishment and minimum SAR 25,000 capital.
Entrepreneurial License
Tailored for startups with reduced fees. Requires a patented innovation, VC backing, or endorsement from entities like MISA or KAUST, plus incubator documentation.
Industrial License
For manufacturing plants. Permits 100% foreign control. Requires SAR 25,000 minimum investment and audited financial statements from the preceding year.
Agricultural License
Engage in farming and livestock with full ownership. Mirroring industrial requirements: 1-year international establishment and SAR 25,000 capital.
Real Estate License
Reserved for developments exceeding 30 million SAR. Projects must be located outside the urban areas of Mecca and Medina.
Trading/Commercial License
Covers wholesale and retail. Full ownership requires branches in 3 countries, SAR 30M initial capital, and a SAR 170M 5-year investment plan.
Mining License
Allows investment in a sector valued at $1.3 trillion. Permits 100% foreign ownership with standard SAR 25,000 minimum investment requirements.
Professional License
For law, consultancy, and engineering. Full ownership requires branches in 4 countries and 7 years of minimum sector experience.
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