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KSA Company Formation

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100% Foreign Ownership Eligibility

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100% Foreign Ownership Eligibility

MISA Startup Registration

Mandatory Incubator Endorsement

1 General Manager Visa Included

Transparent 20% Corporate Tax

Introduction

Saudi Arabia provides a highly lucrative commercial market for international startups scaling across
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Introduction

Saudi Arabia provides a highly lucrative commercial market for international startups scaling across the Middle East. Establishing a legal presence re
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Highlights & benefits

Absolute Foreign Ownership

International founders maintain complete equity control across approved commercial sectors without requiring a mandatory local Saudi sponsor or a preexisting corporate parent

Incubator Endorsement Facilitation

The setup seamlessly incorporates the required engagement with recognized Saudi incubators to secure the mandatory formal endorsement letter for MISA approval

Integrated Executive Residency

The corporate framework natively includes the complete labor portal opening, medical processing, and official Iqama issuance for one appointed General Manager

Comprehensive Statutory Compliance

The setup incorporates all mandatory statutory registrations across ZATCA, GOSI, Qiwa, and Mudad to ensure immediate operational readiness under MHRSD governance

Corporate Banking Integration

Dedicated compliance teams provide direct assistance in opening the mandatory corporate bank account, leveraging partnerships with prominent local financial institutions

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MISA Application

We initiate your entrepreneur license application with the Ministry of Investment.

Name Reservation

Your business name is secured through the Saudi Business Center (SBC).

Article Amendment & CR Issuance

We prepare and submit the Articles of Association and obtain your Commercial Registration Timeline: 15–20 business days

GM Labour Portal Opening & Visa Issuance

Processing the General Manager’s visa to enable legal employment. Timeline: 5–7 business days

Residence ID (Iqama) Issuance

Completion of medicals, insurance, and issuance of the Iqama. Timeline: 10–12 business days

All Portals Registration

Registration across key government platforms, including Qiwa, GOSI, Mudad, Muqeem, and the Chamber of Commerce. Timeline: 12–15 business days

Corporate Bank Account Opening

Assistance with opening your company’s bank account with a partner bank. Timeline: 10–12 business days

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FAQs

What is the MISA Entrepreneur License?

The MISA Entrepreneur License is an official investment registration issued by the Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia, authorizing foreign founders to legally own and operate an innovative startup within the Kingdom.

Does Saudi Arabia allow 100% foreign ownership for startups?

Yes. MISA explicitly permits 100% foreign equity ownership for qualifying innovative businesses, entirely eliminating the historical requirement for a local Saudi partner or sponsor.

How does the Entrepreneur License differ from the standard MISA Service License?

Unlike the standard Service License, the Entrepreneur License does not legally require an established foreign parent company or audited financial statements from the previous fiscal year.

What is the primary prerequisite for this license?

Applicants must present a short write-up on their business plans and secure a formal endorsement letter from a MISA-approved Saudi incubator, accelerator, or venture capital program.

Terms & Conditions

Arnifi will assist through approvals of license, visa, and registration; while decisions rest solely with the relevant Authority
Professional fees are non-refundable once services commence; government and third‑party fees are non‑refundable once paid
Our team will maintain utmost accuracy, but if the client makes any mistake in documents, or regarding the legality of all documents, the necessary measures will be taken

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Full refund guarantee and no questions asked

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KSA Company Formation

MISA Service License - Gold Package

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Explore Other Packages

KSA Company Formation

MISA Service License - Gold Package

Ministry of Investment Service License - Platinum

Ministry of Investment Service License - RHQ Incorporation Package

Ministry of Investment Service License - Silver

View all

Ministry of Investment - SAGIA

MISA - Entrepreneur License

Saudi Arabia

Scroll to Compare

100% Foreign Ownership Eligibility

MISA Startup Registration

Mandatory Incubator Endorsement

1 General Manager Visa Included

Transparent 20% Corporate Tax

100% Foreign Ownership Eligibility

MISA Startup Registration

Mandatory Incubator Endorsement

1 General Manager Visa Included

Transparent 20% Corporate Tax

Introduction

Saudi Arabia provides a highly lucrative commercial market for international startups scaling across
... Read more

Introduction

Saudi Arabia provides a highly lucrative commercial market for international startups scaling across the Middle East. Establishing a legal presence re
... Read more