Industrial Licensing

Securing an industrial license is the first step toward becoming a part of Saudi Arabia's manufacturing future. Our Industrial Licensing service guides you through the application process with the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources. We assist in preparing detailed industrial studies, technical specifications, and environmental impact assessments required for approval. Our experts ensure your project aligns with the National Industrial Development and Logistics Program (NIDLP) objectives, helping you unlock benefits such as customs exemptions on raw materials and machinery. We provide the regulatory roadmap necessary to transition from a conceptual industrial project to a fully licensed and operational manufacturing facility in the Kingdom.

Requirements for Industrial Investment License in Saudi Arabia

Foreign company’s commercial registration

A copy authenticated by the Saudi Embassy

Financial statements

Statements for the foreign company’s latest financial year, authenticated by the Saudi Embassy.

GCC individual partner’s identification

Required where the partner’s information is not registered in Absher.

Activity-specific requirements

Additional requirements depend on the selected industrial activity and registration category.

Premium Residency exemption

Holders are exempt from submitting the foreign commercial registration and financial statements.

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 a decade 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

Industrial Activity Assessment

We help identify the appropriate industrial activity and assess the requirements for your proposed project.

Step 2

MISA Investment Registration

We support foreign investors with document preparation and application submission for MISA investment registration.

Step 3

Company Formation & Registration

We assist with company formation and Commercial Registration for your industrial business

Step 4

Initial Industrial Licence

We help prepare and submit your initial industrial licence application and follow up with the relevant authority.

Step 5

Construction Approvals

We support coordination of the applicable site and environmental approvals and the licence upgrade to the construction stage.

Step 6

Production Approvals

We assist with the applicable operational approval procedures and the licence upgrade to the production stage.

Frequently Asked Questions

Yes. Foreign investors must register with MISA before investing in Saudi Arabia, then obtain the Commercial Registration and industrial approvals required for their activity.

The initial establishment-stage licence is valid for one year and is renewable, subject to the applicable requirements.

Yes. Industrial licensing progresses through establishment, construction and production stages. You must complete the relevant approvals for each stage, including applicable site and environmental permits.

No. The initial licence allows you to complete the requirements for establishing your project. Production can begin only after the project meets the applicable requirements and the licence reaches the production stage.

The timeline depends on your project’s site readiness, construction work and required approvals. Industrial projects progress through establishment, construction and production stages, so the initial licence processing time does not represent the full factory setup timeline.

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info@arabianhorizon.com.sa

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