ENTITY FORMATION

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Establishing a legal entity in Saudi Arabia is the first and most crucial step toward building a successful presence in the Kingdom. At Astrapi Advisors, we simplify the process by managing every aspect of entity formation, from initial consultation to full business licensing and post-setup support.

Our experts ensure full compliance with Saudi regulations while aligning your company’s structure, ownership, and objectives with the requirements of the Ministry of Investment (MISA), Ministry of Commerce (MoC), and other relevant government bodies..

A Framework for Growth

Vision 2030 is Saudi Arabia’s long-term blueprint to shift from oil dependency to a diversified and knowledge-based economy. This strategy has led to major economic reforms, expansive infrastructure spending, and incentives for foreign investors. Creating opportunities in sectors such as:

Technology & digital services
Renewable energy and sustainability
Healthcare & life sciences
Tourism, entertainment & hospitality
Logistics & advanced manufacturing

These priority sectors offer strong potential for growth and regulatory support for foreign company formations.

Foreign Investors Enhanced Access

Saudi Arabia has progressively liberalized investment regulations, allowing for:

100% foreign ownership across key sectors
Simplified licensing and registration procedures
Incentives such as tax holidays, customs benefits, and special economic zone advantages
Repatriation of Capital & Profits:
Foreign investors are permitted to repatriate capital, dividends, and profits without restriction, providing greater financial flexibility and confidence for long-term investment planning.

This makes Saudi a compelling destination for U.S. and international investors looking to establish a strategic regional hub.

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Key Market Facts & Economic Lanscape

Largest Economy in MENA
Saudi Arabia accounts for a significant share of the Middle East’s GDP, with strong government balance sheets and sustained public investment.
Vision 2030 Economic Diversification
The Saudi government is actively reducing reliance on oil revenues by expanding non-oil sectors such as technology, logistics, tourism, healthcare, and professional services.
Government-Led Capital Deployment
Large-scale investment programs and sovereign-backed projects continue to drive demand across construction, consulting, IT, infrastructure, and support services.
Growing Private Sector Participation
Regulatory reforms increasingly favor private and foreign-sector participation, especially in industries aligned with national development goals.

A Kingdom in Transformation, Where Capital Meets Opportunity.

ENTITY FORMATION

Overview

- Feasibility assessment and eligibility review for foreign ownership.
- Advisory on the optimal legal structure (LLC, branch, joint stock company, regional headquarters, etc.).
- Evaluation of tax, operational, and licensing implications.
- Guidance on industry-specific regulations and investment classifications.
- MISA (formerly SAGIA) investment license application and approval.
- Ministry of Commerce registration (Commercial Registration – CR).
- Chamber of Commerce membership.
- Municipality and Zakat/Tax authority registration.
- Establishment of official company address and digital identity on Qiwa and Muqeem platforms.
- Drafting and notarization of Articles of Association (AoA).
- Assistance with shareholder resolutions, Power of Attorney (POA), and corporate governance documents.
- Coordination with Saudi embassies and the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for document legalization.
- Translation, attestation, and certification of U.S. corporate documents for Saudi authorities.
- Opening corporate bank accounts with approved Saudi financial institutions.
- Establishing digital platforms (Absher, Qiwa, GOSI, and ZATCA).
- Obtaining commercial seals, electronic invoicing setup, and labor file activation.
- Employee registration and initial visa processing for key personnel.

Our Commitment

We oversee the entire formation journey, minimizing delays and ensuring accuracy at every stage.
Our deep understanding of Saudi regulatory frameworks allows us to anticipate requirements and secure faster approvals.
We tailor every formation package to fit your company’s goals, size, and industry
We act as your local liaison, managing interactions with MISA, MoC, ZATCA, and other agencies on your behalf.
Combine our entity formation service with visa processing and regulatory compliance/government affairs management for a fully coordinated market entry solution.