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Business Setup in KSA | Transparent Pricing That Builds Trust

by Shethana May 22, 2025 7 MIN READ

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Business in Saudi Arabia is more thrilling than ever, but knowing the cost of it shouldn’t be a secret. Being a reliable partner for businesses expanding into the Middle East, Arnifi provides total clarity in pricing, enabling clients to scale with confidence according to Saudi Vision 2030. From setting up a new entity to recruiting personnel or making sure that everything is totally compliant, Arnifi’s transparent, open-book pricing approach eliminates ambiguity at each step.

How Arnifi Structures Its Transparent Pricing

  • Clearly Defined Categories: Arnifi structures its services in clearly defined categories—like licensing, visa processing, compliance, and bookkeeping—so the clients know with certainty what they’re paying for without confusion.
  • No Hidden Fees or Markups: Every cost is disclosed in full from the beginning. Clients get a clear quote with no surprise extras or sneaky charges later on, which promotes trust and control of costs.
  • VAT Explicitly Stated: Value Added Tax is explicitly listed in each service fee breakdown for the purpose of transparency and compliance with Saudi regulations.
  • Yearly and Monthly Service Flexibility: Arnifi allows both monthly and yearly billing plans, providing businesses with flexibility according to their operational requirements, growth stage, and liquidity preferences.
  • Scalable Plans for Startups, SMEs, and Enterprises: Whether you are starting a new startup or running a multinational enterprise, Arnifi offers scalable services to expand with your business—from simple setup to complete operational management.

Arnifi’s Transparent Pricing Model

1. IQAMA, Visa and License Services

Legal residency and employment eligibility for foreign workers are the foundation of doing business in Saudi Arabia. Arnifi simplifies this complicated process from visa issuance to Iqama renewals and required insurance, aligning with local labor and immigration regulations. Businesses must obtain the proper licenses to legally operate in Saudi Arabia. Arnifi oversees the end-to-end process of securing and renewing Commercial Registration (CR), Articles of Association (AOA), and MISA’s Foreign Investment License (FIL), maintaining complete regulatory compliance from day one.

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Heads
Heads of service
Arnifi’s Service Fee
(SAR)
VAT
(applicable on
Arnifi fee)
(SAR)
Total Arnifi Fees
(including VAT)
(SAR)
IQAMA and Visa (Yearly)
Visa
IQAMA
Insurance
IQAMA Medical *
20001002100
Extension of Exit Re-Entry Visa (180 Days)50025525
IQAMA Renewal25001252625
Exit & Re-Entry Visa for 2 Months (100 Per Month)45023473
License (Yearly)New Commercial Registration (CR) Issuance & AOA

MISA Foreign Investment License (FIL) Application
1000050010500
MISA Renewal25001252625
MISA Amendment. (Depends on the number of amendments)1500751575
CR Renewal25001252625
CR Amendment (Depends on the number of amendments)1500751575
The prices mentioned above reflect only Arnifi service fees. 
Actual government fees and charges will be additional and may vary based on the chosen business setup option.

2. HR Compliance, GOSI, and Payroll Services

Human resource management in Saudi Arabia involves being in compliance with changing labor legislation, GOSI payments, and Saudization targets. Arnifi delivers monthly assistance for managing payroll, employee information handling, and integrating with government portals.

HeadsHeads of serviceArnifi’s Service Fee
(SAR)
VAT
(applicable on
Arnifi fee) (SAR)
Total Arnifi Fees
(including VAT)
(SAR)
HR compliance, GOSI Employee and Payroll Related services
(Monthly)
GOSI (General Organisation for Social Insurance)

Qiwa Saudization (Nitaqat Program) Compliance

Mudad (Wage protection and payroll system)

Muqeem (Visa and residency services)

Absher (Government services for individuals)
1700851785
The prices mentioned above reflect only Arnifi service fees. 
Actual government fees charges will be additional and may vary based on the chosen business setup option.

In addition to HR and licensure, companies have multiple compliance contacts with Saudi government portals. Arnifi assists your organization with all regulatory compliance through smooth portal registrations and annual reports. It Includes: Portal Registrations: Qiwa, Mudad, Muqeem, MOL, SPL, GOSI Renewal Payment, COC Registration and Absher Management.

HeadsHeads of serviceArnifi’s Service Fee
(SAR)
VAT
(applicable on
Arnifi fee)
(SAR)

Total Arnifi Fees
(including VAT) (SAR)
Other Compliance Related Services (Yearly)
QIWA Portal Registration

MUDAD Registration

GOSI Renewal Payment

SPL

MUQEEM Profile Subscription

MOL Portal Creation

Absher
60003006300
MOL Renewal25001252625
MUDAD Renewal25001252625
COC Renewal25001252625
MUQEEM Renewal25001252625
The prices mentioned above reflect only Arnifi service fees. 
Actual government fees charges will be additional and may vary based on the chosen business setup option.

4. Bookkeeping & Accounts

Effective financial reporting is essential in Saudi Arabia, particularly with greater scrutiny from ZATCA. Arnifi provides complete accounting services such as CT, VAT, and WHT filings, along with year-end audit-ready bookkeeping customized to your business size. It Includes: Corporate Tax Filing (CT), VAT Filing (including 0 VAT), Withholding Tax (WHT), Annual Bookkeeping and Audit and many more.

HeadsHeads of service
Arnifi’s Service Fee
(SAR)
VAT
(applicable on
Arnifi fee)
(SAR)
Total Arnifi Fees
(including VAT)
(SAR)
Acounts & BookkeepingCT filing6000300
VAT Filing – 0 VAT declaration2000100
VAT Filing2250112
WHT Filing (annual)120006006300
Accounting & Book Keeping + Audit (annual)1500075015750

The prices mentioned above reflect only Arnifi service fees. 
Actual government fees charges will be additional and may vary based on the chosen business setup option.

5. Attestation Services

Legal paperwork and compliance sometimes need official confirmation by different authorities. Arnifi makes this possible for individuals and companies, providing notarization, translation, and document preparation across borders.

HeadsHeads of ServiceArnifi’s Service Fee
(SAR)
VAT
(applicable on
Arnifi fee)
(SAR)
Total Arnifi Fees
(including VAT)
(SAR)
Attestation
Attestation of documents

Indian Notarization

UAE Notarization

POA Drafting

Legal translation(Per page)
1470073515435
The prices mentioned above reflect only Arnifi service fees. 
Actual government fees charges will be additional and may vary based on the chosen business setup option.

6. Additional Services

Arnifi offers a variety of add-on services to cater to particular operational, legal, or strategic requirements. Some of these services include account openings, Baladiya licensing, health insurance, sponsor services, and multiple amendments to make your entity up-to-date and compliant. It includes: Fasah & Saddad Setup, Health & Personal Insurance, Iqama Work Permit Renewal, CR Linking, Baladiya License, User Credential Management, Exit/Re-entry Visa Handling.

HeadsHeads of ServiceArnifi’s Service Fee
(SAR)
VAT
(applicable on
Arnifi fee)
(SAR)
Total Arnifi Fees
(including VAT)
(SAR)
Additional ServicesFasah Registration25013263
Bank Account Opening50025525
Personal Insurance for GM and Employee (Yearly)*50025525
AOA Translation (Per page)*50025525
Saddad Solving50025525
Health Insurance (Yearly)*50025525
GM change30001503150
Baladiya License20001002100
Iqama linking with CR50025525
User Credential change50025525
SPL Renewal25001252625
User Credential change50025525
Misa User Name Change50025525
Absher Issuance25013263
Amendment service cost1500751575
Auditing Long term Submission1000501050
Chamber Clearance80040840
The prices mentioned above reflect only Arnifi service fees. 
Actual government fees charges will be additional and may vary based on the chosen business setup option.

Arnifi’s Commitment to Client Success in Saudi Arabia

Beyond our transparent pricing, Arnifi provides an end-to-end ecosystem of services designed to help businesses thrive in the Saudi market. Our support spans every stage of the business lifecycle—from setup and licensing to HR, compliance, and tax management.

Business Formation in KSA

We provide professional assistance in company incorporation, foreign investment license (MISA), and commercial registration (CR) to achieve hassle-free market entry with total compliance.

Residency & Workforce Support

Arnifi makes hiring easier by conducting Iqama, visa, medical insurance, and related residency formalities. We make your workforce compliant and ready to work.

Accounting & Tax Services

From corporate tax returns and bookkeeping to Zakat and VAT compliance, Arnifi offers timely and accurate financial services that comply with Saudi regulatory requirements.

Legal & Compliance Advisory

Our legal advisory helps you stay compliant with labor regulations, Saudization quotas, and government platform registrations such as GOSI, Qiwa, and Muqeem.

Conclusion

In Saudi Arabia’s rapidly evolving business environment, where regulatory demands and hidden service costs can complicate expansion, Arnifi stands apart through transparent pricing and dependable support. By offering tailored solutions, detailed cost structures, and complete operational clarity, Arnifi removes the guesswork from company formation and compliance.

For businesses planning to enter or scale within the Kingdom, partnering with a service provider that values transparency, efficiency, and local expertise isn’t just a convenience—it’s a competitive advantage. With Arnifi, you gain a strategic partner committed to your long-term success in one of the Middle East’s most promising markets.

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