Saudi Arabia Company Incorporation
MISA License
To begin with, Saudi Arabia requires all foreign firms established there to have a parent company outside the country. Foreign nationals cannot directly invest in Saudi Arabia, but can establish a company in KSA, through an existing company elsewhere. This applies to any business, even small ones, and is equivalent to establishing a branch or subsidiary of the parent company in Saudi Arabia.
What is MISA License?
The Ministry of Investment Saudi Arabia (MISA) is a government entity that licenses foreign companies to operate in Saudi Arabia without a local partner.
Benefits of Misa license
- 100% ownership
- Possible to open multiple branches using one license
- With just one license in the specified category, you are allowed to participate in more kinds of business activities
Types of License categories available
- Service Investment License
- Trading Investment License
- Industrial Investment License
- Agriculture Investment License
- Mining Investment License
- Professional Investment License
- Real Estate Investment License
- Regional Investment License
- Scientific Investment License
- Technical Investment License
Company Formation Process
JurisTax simplifies the process of setting up a company in Saudi Arabia by ensuring all requirements are met for a smooth expansion into the Kingdom. Every firm must have a parent company located outside the country, and specific documents from the parent company are needed for the process. Foreign nationals cannot invest directly in Saudi Arabia, but they can do so through a company, meaning that even small businesses must have a parent company. This process establishes a branch or a subsidiary of the parent company in Saudi Arabia.
Requirements:
The initial company formation step is creating a Power of Attorney (POA) document. This authorizes a representative to act on your behalf during formation. To create the POA, submit your passport, ID, and parent company’s Commercial Registration (CR). This involves submitting the parent company’s document.
Documents:
- Commercial Registration
- Memorandum of Association
- Last Year’s Financial Statement (must be profitable)
- Power of Attorney
(These documents must have done Saudi Embassy Attestation)
Ready to expand into Saudi Arabia with full confidence?
Establishing a presence in Saudi Arabia through a MISA License offers international businesses a clear path to growth in one of the world’s most dynamic markets. With 100% foreign ownership, multi-branch opportunities, and access to a wide range of licensed activities, the Kingdom is positioning itself as a leading hub for global investment. At JurisTax, we ensure your incorporation process is seamless—from preparing and attesting documents to navigating regulatory requirements—so your business can expand with confidence and compliance.
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