Business Setup in KSA | Transparent Pricing That Builds Trust
by Shethana May 22, 2025 
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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.
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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.
| Heads | 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 * | 2000 | 100 | 2100 |
| Extension of Exit Re-Entry Visa (180 Days) | 500 | 25 | 525 | |
| IQAMA Renewal | 2500 | 125 | 2625 | |
| Exit & Re-Entry Visa for 2 Months (100 Per Month) | 450 | 23 | 473 | |
| License (Yearly) | New Commercial Registration (CR) Issuance & AOA MISA Foreign Investment License (FIL) Application | 10000 | 500 | 10500 |
| MISA Renewal | 2500 | 125 | 2625 | |
| MISA Amendment. (Depends on the number of amendments) | 1500 | 75 | 1575 | |
| CR Renewal | 2500 | 125 | 2625 | |
| CR Amendment (Depends on the number of amendments) | 1500 | 75 | 1575 |
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.
| Heads | Heads of service | Arnifi’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) | 1700 | 85 | 1785 |
Actual government fees charges will be additional and may vary based on the chosen business setup option.
3. Other Compliance Related Service
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.
| Heads | Heads of service | Arnifi’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 | 6000 | 300 | 6300 |
| MOL Renewal | 2500 | 125 | 2625 | |
| MUDAD Renewal | 2500 | 125 | 2625 | |
| COC Renewal | 2500 | 125 | 2625 | |
| MUQEEM Renewal | 2500 | 125 | 2625 |
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.
| Heads | Heads of service | Arnifi’s Service Fee (SAR) | VAT (applicable on Arnifi fee) (SAR) | Total Arnifi Fees (including VAT) (SAR) |
| Acounts & Bookkeeping | CT filing | 6000 | 300 | |
| VAT Filing – 0 VAT declaration | 2000 | 100 | ||
| VAT Filing | 2250 | 112 | ||
| WHT Filing (annual) | 12000 | 600 | 6300 | |
| Accounting & Book Keeping + Audit (annual) | 15000 | 750 | 15750 |
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.
| Heads | Heads of Service | Arnifi’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) | 14700 | 735 | 15435 |
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.
| Heads | Heads of Service | Arnifi’s Service Fee (SAR) | VAT (applicable on Arnifi fee) (SAR) | Total Arnifi Fees (including VAT) (SAR) |
| Additional Services | Fasah Registration | 250 | 13 | 263 |
| Bank Account Opening | 500 | 25 | 525 | |
| Personal Insurance for GM and Employee (Yearly)* | 500 | 25 | 525 | |
| AOA Translation (Per page)* | 500 | 25 | 525 | |
| Saddad Solving | 500 | 25 | 525 | |
| Health Insurance (Yearly)* | 500 | 25 | 525 | |
| GM change | 3000 | 150 | 3150 | |
| Baladiya License | 2000 | 100 | 2100 | |
| Iqama linking with CR | 500 | 25 | 525 | |
| User Credential change | 500 | 25 | 525 | |
| SPL Renewal | 2500 | 125 | 2625 | |
| User Credential change | 500 | 25 | 525 | |
| Misa User Name Change | 500 | 25 | 525 | |
| Absher Issuance | 250 | 13 | 263 | |
| Amendment service cost | 1500 | 75 | 1575 | |
| Auditing Long term Submission | 1000 | 50 | 1050 | |
| Chamber Clearance | 800 | 40 | 840 |
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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