Jeddah Business Setup and Company Formation

Arabian Horizon helps foreign investors set up companies in Jeddah, from MISA investment registration to the commercial registration, government portal accounts and municipal licence. Our office is on Madinah Road in Jeddah, and we handle each step with the relevant ministry so you can start operating with a fully compliant company.

Why set up in Jeddah

Jeddah is Saudi Arabia's main city on the Red Sea, with Jeddah Islamic Port and King Abdulaziz International Airport connecting it to Africa, Europe and Asia. It is a natural base for trading, logistics, manufacturing in MODON industrial cities, and companies serving the Makkah region.

Who we help

Foreign companies opening a Saudi subsidiary or branch
Entrepreneurs moving from the UAE, India, Europe or elsewhere
Manufacturers who need an industrial licence and MODON land
Existing Jeddah companies that need PRO, GRO, visa or ZATCA support

Our services in Jeddah

Company formation, PRO and GRO services, visa and immigration, accounting and ZATCA compliance, industrial licensing, MODON industrial land support, corporate legal services and HR and government portal management.

Visit or contact us

6th Floor, Al Wessal Building, Madinah Road, Jeddah. Sunday to Thursday, 9:00 to 18:00. WhatsApp or call +966 50 365 5574, or email info@arabianhorizon.com.sa.

Documents Usually Required for Company Formation in Jeddah

Requirements depend on the investor type and the business activity. These are the documents most foreign companies need; we confirm the full list for your activity in the first consultation.

Foreign parent company

Commercial registration of the parent company, certified by the Saudi embassy in its home country

Latest fiscal-year financial statements of the parent company, authenticated by the Saudi embassy

Parent company registration evidence where its nationality differs from the applying company

Shareholders and manager

Clear, valid passport copies of all shareholders

Clear, valid passport copy of the appointed manager

Activity-specific documents

Additional approvals or documents required by the licence for your activity

Confirmed for your case during consultation

Timelines for Company Formation in Jeddah

Typical processing periods for each stage once the application is complete. Attestation of documents abroad is not included.

Stage	Typical Time	Authority
MISA investment registration	Up to 10 working days once the file is complete	Ministry of Investment (MISA)
Trade name reservation	About 10 days, longer if another authority must approve	Saudi Business Center
Company incorporation	Within 72 hours	Ministry of Commerce
Operating licences and permits	Varies by activity	Relevant authority and Balady
Corporate bank account	Depends on the bank	Saudi bank

These periods are not the total time to become fully operational.

Our Advantages

Why Choose Us

We provide exceptional service quality tailored to your specific business needs in Saudi Arabia, ensuring complete compliance and exponential growth.

30+ Years

Proven Excellence

Delivering success for over 3 decades in the region.

Expert Professionals

Highly qualified experts with years of experience in the Saudi market.

Client-Centric

We prioritize your business goals and deliver tailored solutions.

Proven Results

A strong track record of helping businesses thrive seamlessly.

Full Compliance

Ensuring all legal and regulatory requirements are meticulously met.

How It Works

Step 1

Choose the structure and activity

LLC, branch of a foreign company or another form, with activity codes that match your real business.

Step 2

MISA investment registration

We prepare and submit your investment registration through the Ministry of Investment portal.

Step 3

Trade name and commercial registration

We reserve the trade name and obtain the commercial registration (CR) through the Saudi Business Center.

Step 4

Articles of association

We prepare and register the articles of association for your company.

Step 5

Tax registration with ZATCA

We register the company with the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority.

Step 6

Government portals

We set up Qiwa, GOSI, Muqeem and Mudad so you can hire and manage staff.

Step 7

Municipal licence through Balady

We obtain the municipal licence for your Jeddah premises.

Step 8

Corporate bank account

We support you through opening a corporate account with a Saudi bank.

Frequently Asked Questions

Most activities allow 100% foreign ownership with MISA registration. Some activities are restricted or need a Saudi partner; we check your activity before you apply.

MISA registration takes up to 10 working days once the file is complete. The full timeline depends on attestation in your home country, the licences your activity needs, and the bank.

In most cases you need a commercial address in Jeddah for the commercial registration and the Balady municipal licence. We confirm what your activity requires.

There is no single figure; it depends on the activity and the ownership structure. We confirm it for your case before you apply.

Yes. Our visa and immigration team and our government portal management service handle work visas, Iqamas and the Qiwa, GOSI and Muqeem accounts.

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Whether you need more information about Jeddah Business Setup and Company Formation or want to start right away, our experts are ready to help you navigate your business journey.

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+966 50 365 5574

Email Us

info@arabianhorizon.com.sa

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