Saudi Arabia · Company setup

What will it cost to launch your business?

Get an indicative budget in a few steps—MISA and Commercial Registration, office, visas, compliance, and typical monthly operations. Tailored to your activity, structure, and team size. Guidance only; a Motaded advisor can confirm figures for your case.

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Understanding setup costs in Saudi Arabia

What affects company setup cost in Saudi Arabia?

Setup cost depends on your business activity, legal structure, ownership profile, workforce and visa needs, and office type. Government fees (MISA, Commercial Registration, municipality) are only part of the picture—professional, compliance, and operational costs often represent a significant share of year-one spend.

Use the estimator above for an indicative range; Motaded advisors can refine figures once your activity and ownership structure are confirmed.

Foreign investor requirements

Foreign investors typically require MISA licensing and may face additional documentation, attestation, and timeline steps compared with Saudi or GCC-owned structures. Ownership rules vary by activity—some sectors allow 100% foreign ownership; others require local partnership or additional approvals.

Office requirements explained

Office solutions range from virtual addresses and coworking to private offices and headquarters facilities. Your choice affects setup cost, ongoing rent, Ejari/commercial address requirements, and how authorities view your operational presence in the Kingdom.

MISA licensing fees

MISA (Ministry of Investment) fees depend on investment type, activity, and structure. Branch and Regional HQ routes have different fee profiles than a standard LLC. Published schedules change—our calculator uses indicative ranges aligned with current public guidance.

Hidden operational costs

Beyond registration: VAT registration, accounting, payroll (Qiwa/GOSI), PRO services, legal review, bank account opening, and GM/dependant visas. Budget for monthly compliance and renewal cycles, not only the initial setup invoice.

How long does registration take?

Simple Saudi-owned LLC setups may complete in a few weeks when documentation is ready. Foreign-investor and complex structures often require 4–12 weeks depending on activity, approvals, and third-party processing times.

Indicative estimate only. Actual government fees, office leases, and professional charges vary by activity, ownership, and service scope. Not legal or tax advice.

Updated: May 2026 Based on published fee schedules and typical Motaded client engagements.

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Motaded setup packages

Fixed one-time packages with government and PRO services. Use the calculator above for an indicative custom range, or choose a package to get started.

Basic Package

SAR 31,300

One-time payment

  • Ministry of Investment services
  • Saudi Post Local services
  • Ministry of Justice services
  • Ministry of Commerce services
  • Chamber of Commerce services
  • Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority services
  • Ministry of Human Resources services
  • Open account in Qiwa platform
  • General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI) services
  • Open account in Mudad platfor
  • Ministry of Interior services
  • Open account in Muqeem platform
     
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Pro Package

SAR 48,600

One-time payment

  • Comprehensive Basic services
  • Ministry of Investment services
  • Ministry of Justice services
  • Ministry of Commerce services
  • Open account in the Chamber of Commerce and assist the General Manager with physical signing
  • Open and activate account with Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority, including national address authorization
  • Open and activate account with Ministry of Human Resources
  • Open account with General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI), activate Nitaqat, and connect it to the Ministry of Human Resources
  • Open account with the Ministry of Interior, activate the national unified number, and link it to all company accounts
 
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Inclusive Package

SAR 77,250

One-time payment

  • Comprehensive Pro services
  • Ministry of Investment services
  • Saudi Post Local services
  • Ministry of Justice services
  • Ministry of Commerce services
  • Chamber of Commerce services
  • Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority services
  • Ministry of Human Resources services
  • Qiwa platform services
  • General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI) services
  • Mudad platform services
  • Ministry of Interior services
  • Muqeem platform services
  • Additional benefits like :
    • Residency visa for the General Manager.
    • Corporate and personal bank account setup.
  • Open a bank account for the company within 3 working days.
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Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to open a company in Saudi Arabia?

Most SMEs see indicative setup ranges from roughly SAR 45,000 to SAR 120,000+ depending on structure, visas, and office—use the calculator for a range tailored to your inputs.

Is office rental mandatory?

Requirements depend on structure and activity. Many routes require a valid commercial address; virtual and coworking solutions may be acceptable for certain activities—confirm for your license type.

Can foreigners own 100%?

Many activities allow 100% foreign ownership under MISA; others are restricted or require local participation. Your activity code determines eligibility.

What is MISA?

The Ministry of Investment (MISA) regulates and facilitates foreign investment, including licensing for many company types in Saudi Arabia.

How long does setup take?

Typically 2–6 weeks for straightforward cases; foreign investors and complex structures often need 4–12 weeks.