MISA Investor Guide

13th Edition 02 – 2026 Contents

1. Objective of the Guide

2. Introduction

3. Ministry of Investment Services

3.1 Investment Registration

3.1.1 Registration

3.1.2 Registration of Non-Saudi Companies for the Purpose of Real Estate Ownership

3.2 Post-Registration Services

3.2.1 Annual Renewal

3.2.2 Annual Update of Property Ownership Registration for Non -Saudi Companies

3.2.3 Merge Investment Registers

3.2.4 Amendment of ownership in registration

3.2.5 Amending Property Ownership Registration Information for Non -Saudi Companies

3.2.6 Approvals to own real estate to engage in investment activity

3.2.7 Amendment on Economic Activities

3.2.8 Updating facility information and data

3.2.9 Cancel registration

3.2.9.1 Informing for the purpose of voluntary cancellation of registration

3.2.9.2 Issuing a decision to voluntarily cancel registration

3.2.10 Cancellation of Property Ownership Registration for Non -Saudi Companies

3.3 Value -Added Services

3.3.1S trategic Investor Program

3.3.2 MIZA Program

3.3.3 Investors Matchmaking Service

3.3.1 4.Government Services at the One -Stop- Shop Centers

4.1 Ministry of Justice

4.2 Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development

4.3 Ministry of Interior

4.3.1General Directorate of Passports

4.3.2 Recruitment Affairs Directorate

4.4 General Organization for Social Insurance

4.5 Ministry of Foreign Affairs

5. Requirements and Obligations

5.1 Requirements for registration of special categories

5.1 Specific requirements, conditions, and obligations

5.1.1T ypes of activities, their requirements, minimum capital requirements, and national participation percentage

5.1.2R equirements for registering special categories

5.1.3A dditional obligations based on the type of registered activity

6.Contact the Ministry of Investment

6.1 Communication Channels

6.2 Contact Information

7.Attachments & Form

7.1 List of Violations

7.1.1L ist of serious violations:

7.1.2L ist of non -serious violations:

7.2 Authorization Form

01.00 : Purpose of This Guide This guide aims to clarify the requirements and procedures of the services provided by the Ministry of Investment to enhance efficiency and ensure high -quality service execution for clients. It also serves as a reference for all Ministry employees, clients, and relevant entities, promoting transparency, clarity, and standardization of service procedures.

02.00 : Introduction to Investment Registration in the Kingdom The procedures for registering new investments in the Kingdom and making amendments are based on solid foundations and objective criteria. These procedures aim to attract and empower serious investments that positively contribute to national ec onomic growth and sustainable development, including: Development of Saudi human resources Technology transfer and localization Enhancing economic competitiveness in Diversification of income sources local and global markets Balanced regional development. Export growth The Ministry of Investment welcomes investors who possess distinguished local or international expertise, financial capability, and organizational structure to activate their investments in the Kingdom. The Ministry also works on improving the investment environment by offering various opportunities, attracting high -value investments, and providing advanced e -services that ensure speed and flexibility in transactions between investors and the Ministry. Additionally, it coordinates with relevant government agencies and offers post -registration services through Investor Relations Centers. Furthermore, the Ministry seeks to facilitate the entry of entities with added value, as well as holders of special residency permits, to explore the Saudi market and establish companies under the corporate laws.

03.00 : The Ministry of Investment Services

03.01: Registering for investment 04 3.1.1 Registering for investment Service Description This service enables establishments to register for investment in the Kingdom in accordance with the Investment Law and its Executive Regulations. Registration is available for approved economic activities in Saudi Arabia open to investment (ISIC4) According to the requirements of the activity category (available or restricted). Required Documents Service Fees

1. A copy of the commercial register of the participating The applicant commits to paying the foreign establishment, certified by the Saudi Embassy. registration fee later, as determined

2. A copy of the identity document if one of the partners is by the ministry upon approval of the a natural person (individual) holding the nationality of a application. Payment must be made GCC country (if their information is not registered in the within a period not exceeding fifteen Absher system).

(15) business days from the date of

3. Financial statements for the last fiscal year of the notification of the due amount for the foreign company applying for registration, authenticated by the Saudi embassy. service; otherwise, the registration

4. Providing the requirements related to the type of will be considered void. activity to be registered in accordance with Section

(05.00) of this guide. Service Application Portal

5. Holders of the Special Residency Permit are exempted from submitting requirements ( 1-3) above. Service Application Portal Estimated Processing Time Service Conditions & Restrictions 10 Working Day

• Total percentage of Saudi partner(s) and the capital according to the minimum limits specified for the type of activity type in Section ( 05.00) of this guide.

• Compliance with the specific conditions outlined for the activity to be registered, as per Section ( 05.00) of this guide.

3.1.2 Registration of Non -Saudi Companies for the Purpose of Real Estate Ownership Service Description This service enables the registration of non -Saudi Service Conditions & companies licensed outside the Kingdom that wish Restrictions to own real estate within the Kingdom of Saudi

• Appointment of a natural person as Arabia, without engaging in any economic activity an authorized representative under a inside the Kingdom. valid authorization to complete the registration procedures with the Required Documents Ministry. 1. A copy of the commercial register of the

• Completion of the procedures for participating foreign establishment, translated by issuing a residence permit for a certified translation office and authenticated by representatives of entities outside the Saudi embassy. the Kingdom, in the absence of a 2. The company ’s articles of incorporation, valid identity issued in accordance translated by a certified translation office and with the applicable regulations in authenticated by the Saudi embassy. the Kingdom . form (07.02) 3. An authorization document appointing the company ’s representative, translated by a Service Fees certified translation office and authenticated by No fees apply the Saudi embassy. Service Application Portal Electronic Services Portal -Registration for the Purpose of Real Estate Ownership Estimated Processing Time 10 working days

03.02 : Post -Registration Services

3.2.1 Annual Registration Update Service Description This service allows for the annual update of data or information of the facility registered in the Ministry of Investment ’s systems in accordance with what is stipulated in the executive regulations of the investment system. Required Documents None Service Conditions & Restrictions Continued validity of the establishment's commercial registration in its country. Service Fees The applicant commits to paying the annual update fee later, as determined by the ministry upon approval of the application. Payment must be made within a period not exceeding fifteen ( 15) business days from the date of notification of the due amount for the service; otherwise, the registration will be considered void.. Service Application Portal Electronic Services Portal - Investment Registration Estimated Processing Time 5 working days

3.2.2 Annual Update of Property Ownership Registration for Non - Saudi Companies Service Description This service enables the submission of an annual update for companies that own property within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It applies to companies previously registered and holding an active property ownership registration, allowing the competent authority to verify the continuity of the company ’s legal and operational status Service Fees Required Documents No fees apply. None Service Application Location Electronic Services Portal –Property Ownership. Service Conditions & Restrictions The company is obligated to ensure that no changes have been made to it in its Estimated Processing Time country of origin after its registration Immediate with the Ministry of Investment.

3.2.3 Merge Investment Registers Service Description This service is provided to establishments that have more than one investment registration and wish to merge these registrations into a single registration, or to establishments that wish to acquire a different establishment.

Merging cases: If the request is to acquire an independent legal entity with different partner(s): Service Conditions &

1. In the case of a change in partners, a change Restrictions in shares between partners, or a change in capital, Must be applied for service number

• Fulfilling the conditions and requirements for each 3.2.3. service associated with the procedure to be 2. If you wish to add economic activities, apply implemented for the activity modification number service

• The integration of investment registers and the

3.2.4. transfer of economic activities are in accordance

3. A request is submitted to cancel one of the with the regulations and categories of investment registers (the following categories of investment establishments/establishments Cancellation records are not integrated: Regional service number 3.2.7 Headquarters(RHQ)/Scientific offices/Economic offices/Professional companies) If the application is to merge investment

• The establishment must comply with the procedures records owned by one legal entity and the for amending the partners ’ decision and registering same partner(s): the commercial register within 30 days from the date of amending the investment registration. If this is not done, the Ministry of Investment has the right

1. In the case of a change in shares between to restore the investment register data to its partners, or a change in capital, Must be previous status. applied for service number 3.2.3.

• The total percentage of Saudi (partner(s) and capital shall be consistent with the minimum limits 2. If you wish to add economic activities, apply specified for the type of activity in Section Five of for the activity modification number service this guide.

3.2.4

• Fulfilling the special requirements contained in

3. A request is submitted to cancel one of the establishments/establishments Cancellation service number 3.2.7 Service Fees Required Documents No fees apply

1. Depending on the type of modification Service Application Portal required Electronic Services Portal - Ministry Services 2. Partner's decision of merge Estimated Processing Time 5 working days

3.2.4 Amendment of ownership in registration Service Description This service is provided for establishments that wish to amend ownership in the investment registration, for example through redistribution of shares among partners, entry or exit of partners, replacement of an heir, or conversion of the establishment into a 100% national entity, or establishments registered with the Ministry of Investment that wish to merge into another existing company of the same type or a different type, or merge two or more companies to establish a new company, and any changes that may accompany such actions resulting in amendments to the investment registration, or any amendments related to the establishment. Required Documents Service Fees No fees apply. 1. A letter/decision from the partners regarding the required amendment, certified by the Chamber of Commerce or Service Application Portal the Saudi Embassy for partners from outside the

• Electronic Services Portal Kingdom.

• Investment Registration

2. For new partners: Required documents as per the Estimated Processing Time registration conditions outlined in Section ( 03.00) of this 5 working days guide.

3. In cases of succession by heirs: A letter issued by the court or an accredited law firm specifying the legal distribution of shares among the heirs and the exact ownership Service Conditions & Restrictions percentages in the facility.

• The establishment must complete the amendment of the partner resolution and update the commercial registration within 30 days from the date of investment register modification. Failure to do so allows the Ministry of Investment to revert the register data to its previous status.

• Total percentage of Saudi partner(s) and the capital according to the minimum limits specified for the type of activity type in Section ( 05.00) of this guide.

• Compliance with the specific requirements outlined for the registered activity, as per Section ( 05.00) of this guide.

3.2.5 Amending Property Ownership 11 Registration Information for Non -Saudi Companies Service Description This service allows submitting requests to update the amendments and changes made to non-Saudi companies registered with the Ministry of Investment for property ownership, whether the amendment is to:

• Legal entity

• Establishment name

• Company nationality Service Conditions & Restrictions

• Partner names None.

• Location

• Distribution of shares among partners Service Fees

• Entry or exit of partners No fees apply. Required Documents Service Application Location Amendment to Authorized Representative' s Details: Electronic Services Portal –Property

• A copy of the power of attorney, plus a passport Ownership. if the authorized representative is a foreigner. Estimated Processing Time

Amendment to Establishment Details: 5 working days. • A copy of the commercial registration, plus a copy of the articles of incorporation translated by a certified translation office and authenticated by the Saudi Embassy. Amendment to Partners' Details:

• A copy of the articles of incorporation/partners' resolution regarding amendments, translated by a certified translation office and authenticated by the Saudi Embassy.

3.2.6 Approvals to own real estate to engage in investment activity Service Description This service is offered to investment establishments registered with the Ministry of Investment that wish Service Conditions & to obtain approval to own the property necessary for conducting their registered economic activities Restrictions outside their designated geographical area. These purposes include:

• The purpose of ownership must be consistent with

• Employee housing the registered economic activity of the

• Conducting business activities establishment.. Service Fees Required Documents No fees apply. 1. copy of the municipal building permit, an approval letter from the municipality, or an official Service Application Portal document specifying the land use from a relevant Electronic Services Portal - Ministry Services authority.

2. copy of the title deed for the property to be Estimated Processing Time purchased must be attached. 5 working days.

3.2.7 Amendment on Economic Activities Service Description This service enables the establishment to modify, add or delete activities in its investment register in accordance with the procedures regulating the type of activity (available -restricted), or any amendments related to the establishment. Required Documents Fulfilling the special requirements contained in Service Conditions & Restrictions Fulfilling the special requirements contained in Service Fees No fees apply Service Application Portal Electronic Services Portal - Ministry Services Estimated Processing Time 5 working days: for restricted activities/entrepreneurial registration Immediate : for available activities

3.2.8 Updating/Modifying facility information and data Service Description This service aims to provide the Ministry of Investment with an update on the establishment ’s data, for example (legal entity – name of the establishment – nationality of the partner – location – contact officer) and with the information of the general manager and representatives of the establishment, and to designate a delegate with the ministry to receive notices, notifications, decisions, and the like. As well as submitting requests for the facility to the Ministry. Required Documents Depending on the type of update requested Service Conditions & Restrictions None Service Fees No fees apply. Service Application Portal Electronic Services Portal - Investment Registration Estimated Processing Time 5 Working days : Capital reduction / Partner nationality / Contact officer Immediate : Establishment name / Legal entity / Establishment location / Capital increase

3.2.9 Registration Cancellation

3.2.9.1 Confirmation for Voluntary Cancellation Service Description This service is available for all establishments

3.2.9.2 Issuing a decision to that wish to voluntarily cancel their registration and require endorsement letters from relevant voluntarily cancel registration government entities to facilitate the completion Service Description of their procedures and the liquidation of the This service is available for all establishments establishment. that wish to issue a decision for voluntary registration cancellation after completing the termination and cancellation of all records, Required Documents licenses, and certificates associated with their registration with the Ministry of Investment.

• None Required Documents Service Conditions &

1. A certificate of commercial registration Restrictions cancellation or a statement of non -issuance of a

• None commercial registration issued by the Ministry of Commerce. Service Fees

2. Proof of the cessation of the unique number

• No fees apply. with the Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority. Service Application Portal Service Conditions & Restrictions Electronic Services Portal - Investment Registration Before applying for the service, the establishment must ensure the following: Estimated Processing Time

• Workers have been cleared.

• The establishment's location is closed, and the activity 2 working days. has ceased.

• The establishment must not be operating or practicing any activity, either directly or indirectly.

• The commercial registration must be canceled with the Ministry of Commerce.

• Terminate all obligations to external parties, including the Ministry of Investment. Service Fees

• No fees apply. Service Application Portal Electronic Services Portal - Investment Registration Estimated Processing Time 2 working days

3.2.10 Cancellation of Property 16 Ownership Registration for Non - Saudi Companies Service Description This service enables submitting a request by the non-Saudi company to cancel its registration with the Ministry of Investment after verifying that there is no property owned by the establishment or any financial obligations owed by it. Required Documents None. Service Conditions & Restrictions

• No property owned by the establishment. Service Fees No fees apply Service Application Location Electronic Services Portal –Property Ownership Estimated Processing Time Immediate

3.3 Value -Added Services

3.3.1S trategic Investor Program Service Description & Benefits The Strategic Investor Program offers a package of services and benefits to both national and foreign companies that meet the eligibility criteria announced on "Invest in Saudi Arabia." The program aims to enhance the investment environment, create new opportunities for investment, and strengthen confidence. This leads to the diversification of economic activities and an increase in the local economy. The key benefits include:

• Support for the development of investment • Support and solutions to enable investors. opportunities • Support for finding Saudi talent (Miza)

• Provision of specialized economic sector data • .Development of investment opportunities in and information international markets

• Investment reports tailored to foreign countries • Support for communication with foreign investing in Saudi Arabia governments on investment matters

• Advisory support on legislation and regulations • Consultation on investment incentives in Saudi Arabia • Guidance on funding opportunities

• Support for issuing professional and • Development of commercial and investment operational licenses. partnerships (alignment)

• Guidance on industrial and economic zones • Strengthening collaboration in research and

• Consultation on visa requirements and development with research centers procedures

• Consultation on Saudization requirements and procedures Key Benefits for Program Participants

• Priority access to events

• Dedicated relationship manager support

• Event sponsorship and partnership opportunities

• Facilitation of obtaining premium residency

• A regular newsletter to track developments in business

• Opportunities to network with decision -makers and laws and regulations in Saudi Arabia leading investors in the Kingdom

• Membership in other government programs for

• Exclusive channels for investor feedback and prominent investors suggestions

• Access to exclusive products from the private sector Required Documents for the Service

• Attach the required documents in the electronic application submission form. Service Fees Service Conditions & Restrictions The establishment must pay the service fees, • Registration on the Ministry of if applicable, as determined by the Ministry Investment website. upon approval of the classification mechanism. Payment must be made within • Meeting the eligibility criteria based 30 days from the notification date of the on the establishment's classification. classification and the applicable fees . Service Application Portal Eligibility Criteria Electronic Portal – Strategic Investor Program 1. Companies registered in prominent government programs.

2. Company size and economic impact. Estimated Processing Time

3. Strategic companies. 10 working days Target Groups (Eligible Entities)

• National companies

• Foreign companies registered with the Ministry of Investment

• Companies not registered in the Kingdom. For more details about the program and services offered, visit [ here].

3.3.2 Miza Program Service Description Miza is a leading program under the National Investment Strategy initiatives aimed at enhancing the investor's experience through a seamless and integrated investment journey in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The program offers value -added services through a regulated electronic portal that facilitates investors' access to private sector business service providers, boosting the efficiency of the investment environment and supporting a competitive and sustainable business ecosystem. Types of Services The Miza program provides a wide range of services across 12 service portfolios for both local and foreign investors:

• Financial and Accounting • Market Analysis

• Legal, tax and compliance • Human Capital

• Business Support • Quality Education

• Information & Communication Technology • Networking and Events

• Concierge and Logistics • Insurance Services

• Marketing and PR • Real Estate Required Documents for the Service Conditions & Restrictions Service Fees Service

• Registration on the Ministry of • No fees

• None Investment website Electronic Portal – Miza Program Service Application Portal Estimated Processing Time

• Electronic Portal – Miza Program • 5 working days For more details about the program and the services provided, visit [ here].

3.3.3 Investors Matchmaking Service

Service Description : The Investors Matchmaking service is a platform that connects the private sector with promising investment opportunities by providing a comprehensive guide for companies and enabling the presentation and sharing of investment opportunities in an organized and secure environment , The service enables investors to reach strategic partners and build effective investment partnerships that contribute to achieving growth and expansion. Service Requirements

• Registration in the Investors Matchmaking service. Service Conditions & Restrictions

• Presenting investment opportunities / adding the company to the companies directory through the Investors Matchmaking service enables investors to reach potential partners and relevant investors.

• Sharing investment opportunities with current and prospective investors. Service Fees No fees apply Service Application Portal The electronic portal for the Investors Matchmaking service Investors MatchMakings Estimated Processing Time 3 Working days

04.00 : Government Services at One -Stop -Shop Service Centers

04.01 Ministry of Justice

04.01.01 Issuance of Power of Attorney

04.01.02 Industrial Mortgage Service Description Service Description This service is provided to companies that wish to issue powers of attorney to This service is provided to industrial representatives for following up on their companies that wish to mortgage assets business operations. to obtain specific facilities or services. Required Documents Required Documents

1. Copy of the commercial registration.

1. Copy or number of the commercial registration.

2. Proof of identity of the applicant and

2. Articles of incorporation for companies their position. (showing authority for the company's manager to

3. Articles of Incorporation. mortgage and sign on behalf of the company), or Service Conditions & a legal power of attorney specifying the mortgage.

3. If the mortgaged asset includes property, the Restrictions original deed must be attached.

4. Provide a letter requesting the Ministry of 1. The application number must be Investment ’s endorsement of the mortgage. attached, filled electronically on the

5. Provide a letter from the Industrial Ministry of Justice website. Development Fund. 2. The official power of attorney form

6. Provide a statement of the mortgaged assets. must be completed electronically.

3. For those holding a visitor visa, Service Conditions & Restrictions registration in the Absher service with the border number is required.

1. The letter of approval from the Ministry of Investment must include specific details about the Service Fees mortgaged property, such as the deed number and Payment of the applicable fees for the date, and mention the requesting authority (e.g., government agency providing the service court, etc.). (if any). Service Fees Service Application Location Payment of applicable fees for the government One-Stop Services centers. agency providing the service (if any). Service Application Location Service Application Location One-Stop Services centers (Jeddah, Dammam). 1 working day. Service Application Location 1 working day.

04.01.03 Documenting of Company Establishment Contracts Service Conditions & Restrictions Service Description For Heirs: This service is provided to companies

1. The in-kind shares must be detailed wishing to document a new or amended (e.g., vehicles should specify type, model, founding contract (for heirs, minors, or and value; buildings and facilities should judicial rulings). specify whether they are leased or provided by the partners). Required Documents

2. Update the investment registration

1. Proof of identity for the partners and based on the inheritance deed and legal the company's establishment contract, office's letter. along with any amendments (if

3. The heirs or their representative must applicable). Alternatively, provide the be present. original notarized and stamped power of

For Minors : attorney, with translations, from all The guardian or legal representative must company partners or the manager either be present with a power of authorized to sign the establishment attorney or guardianship. contracts.

For Judicial Rulings:

2. A notarized authorization for the A letter from the family court authorizing applicant, with proof of the identity of the the requested amendment, whether it is authorized person, or provide the original for sale, transfer, etc., is required. legal power of attorney (notarized, Service Fees stamped, and translated).

3. The inheritance certificate if the request Payment of applicable fees for the government concerns heirs or minors. agency providing the service (if any).

4. Guardianship documents for minors and proof of permission for entry or exit Service Application Location of the minor if the request concerns

• One-Stop Services centers (Jeddah) for minors. requests concerning heirs or minors. 5. A judicial ruling in the executable

• One-Stop Services centers (Dammam) for format if the request involves a judicial requests concerning heirs, minors, or judicial ruling. rulings. Estimated Processing Time 2 working days.

04.01.04 Documenting an Amended Establishment Contract Service Description This service is provided to companies wishing to document an amended Service Conditions & founding contract for (heirs, minors, or Restrictions judicial rulings). Required Documents

For Heirs:

1. The in-kind shares must be detailed (e.g.,

1. A copy of the commercial registry. vehicles should specify type, model, and value; buildings and facilities should specify whether

2. The establishment contract, certified by the they are leased or provided by the partners). Ministry of Commerce (along with the application

2. Update the investment registration based on number from the Ministry of Commerce, if the inheritance deed and legal office's letter. available).

3. The heirs or their representative must be present.

3. Proof of identity for the partners and the

For Minors: company's establishment contract, along with any The guardian or legal representative must either amendments (if applicable), or provide the be present with a power of attorney or original notarized and stamped power of attorney guardianship. with translations from all company partners or

For Judicial Rulings: the manager authorized to sign the establishment A letter from the family court authorizing the contracts. requested amendment, whether it is for sale, transfer, etc., is required.

4. A notarized authorization for the applicant, with proof of the identity of the authorized Service Fees person, or provide the original legal power of Payment of applicable fees for the government attorney (notarized, stamped, and translated). agency providing the service (if any).

5. The inheritance certificate if the request concerns heirs or minors. Service Application Location 6. Guardianship documents for minor s and proof of permission for entry or exit of the

• One-Stop Services centers (Jeddah) for requests minor if the request concerns minors. concerning heirs or minors.

7. A judicial ruling in the executable format if the

• One-Stop Services centers (Dammam) for requests request involves a judicial ruling. concerning heirs, minors, or judicial rulings. Estimated Processing Time 2 working days. 25 04.01.05 Real Estate Transfer Service Description This service allows for the registration of real estate transfer

04.01.06 Trademark Usage requests after completing the Documentation requirements for the property sale and ownership service. Service Description This service is provided to companies wishing to document the usage of their trademarks. Required Documents Required Documents 1. A copy of the commercial registration.

2. A copy of the incorporation contracts if

1. A copy of the commercial registration. the entity is a company.

2. A copy of the incorporation contracts if the 3. Identification documents for the authorized signatories registered in the entity is a company. incorporation contract and commercial

3. Identification documents for the authorized registry, or power of attorney and ID for signatories registered in the incorporation the agent. contract and commercial registry, or power of Service Conditions & Restrictions attorney and ID for the agent.

1. The property deed must be updated and Service Conditions & Restrictions within the city limits of the applicant.

2. The area should not exceed ( 10,000) A letter of intellectual property ownership must square meters. be provided 3. In the event that the applicant is the representative, the agency and the Service Fees national identity must be presented with an authority of buy/sell property. Payment of applicable fees for the government agency providing the service (if any) Service Fees Payment of applicable fees for the Service Application Location government agency providing the service (if One-Stop Services centers (Jeddah, Dammam). any). Service Application Location Estimated Processing Time One-Stop Services centers (Jeddah, Dammam). 1 working day Estimated Processing Time 1 working day.

04.01.07 Debt Acknowledgment and Clearance Service Description This service is provided to companies or institutions wishing to create an

04.01.08 Mortgage and Mortgage acknowledgment of debt between themselves Release and another party or to clear an existing debt. Service Description Required Documents This service is provided to companies

1. A copy of the commercial registration. wishing to mortgage their property or

2. A copy of the incorporation contracts if the release the mortgage on their deeds . entity is a company.

3. Identification documents for the authorized Required Documents signatories registered in the incorporation contract and commercial registry, or power of

1. A copy of the commercial registration. attorney and ID for the agent.

2. A copy of the incorporation contracts if the entity is a company. Service Conditions & Restrictions

3. Identification documents for the authorized None signatories registered in the incorporation contract and commercial registry, or power of attorney and ID for the agent . Service Fees Service Conditions & Restrictions Payment of applicable fees for the government agency providing the service A letter from the mortgaging entity. (if any). Service Fees Service Application Location Payment of applicable fees for the Service Application Location government agency providing the service (if any). Estimated Processing Time Service Application Location 1 working day. One-Stop Services centers (Jeddah). Estimated Processing Time 1 working day.

04.01.09 Deed Modification Service Description This service is provided to companies

04.01.10 Deed Update wishing to modify their real estate deeds. Service Description Required Documents This service is provided to companies wishing to update their real estate deeds. 1. A copy of the commercial registration.

2. A copy of the incorporation contracts if Required Documents the entity is a company.

1. A copy of the commercial registration. 3. Identification documents for the

2. A copy of the incorporation contracts if the authorized signatories registered in the entity is a company. incorporation contract and commercial

3. Identification documents for the authorized registry, or power of attorney and ID for signatories registered in the incorporation the agent. contract and commercial registry, or power of attorney and ID for the agent. Service Conditions & Restrictions

4. A copy of the deed to be updated or its None number. Service Conditions & Restrictions Service Fees None Payment of applicable fees for the Service Fees government agency providing the Payment of applicable fees for the service (if any). government agency providing the service (if any). Service Application Location Service Application Location One-Stop Services centers (Jeddah).

• Ministry of Justice Electronic Portal Estimated Processing Time (Najiz ). 1 working day.

• If you encounter any technical issues, we are happy to assist you at the One -Stop Services centers (Jeddah ). Estimated Processing Time 1 working day.

04.02 General Directorate of Passports

04.02.01 Exit and Re -Entry Visa Service Description This service is provided to company owners who wish to obtain a new exit and re -entry visa for

04.02.02 Final Exit Visa for the owners or directors of the company in professions such as Investor, General Manager, Investors and Senior Professions CEO, or Chairman of the Board, as well as their companions . Service Description This service is provided to company owners who Required Documents wish to obtain a final exit visa for themselves or their senior professionals (Investor, General 1. A valid copy of the commercial registration. Manager, CEO, Chairman of the Board) only . 2. A valid copy of the investment registration.

3. A copy of the residence permit and passport. Required Documents

4. A copy of the head of household's residence

1. A copy of the commercial registration. permit.

2. A copy of the incorporation contracts if the entity is a company. Service Conditions & Restrictions

3. A copy of the commercial registration.

4. Original and copy of the residence permit.

1. Fill out the approved unified passport form by

5. Original and copy of the passport. the General Directorate of Passports, and have

6. A copy of the investment registration the form approved by the service center. Service Conditions & Restrictions 2. This service is provided through the Absher or Muqeem system. If the application cannot be

1. If the investor requests a final exit visa while submitted, proof of the issue should be provided. the company remains operational, they must Service Fees provide proof of exit from the company and document the establishment or appointment Payment of applicable fees for the government of a proxy to sign the contract for the investor's agency providing the service (if any). exit. Additionally, they must submit a clearance letter for domestic workers under their Service Application Location sponsorship.

2. Fill out the approved unified passport form by

• Electronic portal ( Absher platform for investors, the General Directorate of Passports . Muqeem platform for senior professions). Service Fees

• Electronic Government Services Portal - Payment of applicable fees for the government Government Services - General Directorate of agency providing the service (if any). Passports. Service Application Location • If you encounter any technical issues, we are happy to assist you at the One -Stop Services centers .

• In-person for investors at the service provider's location – One-Stop Services centers. Estimated Processing Time

• Electronic Government Services Portal - Government 1 working day. Services - General Directorate of Passports . Estimated Processing Time 1 working day.

04.02.03 Cancel Exit and Re-Entry Visa Service Description Service Fees This service is available for company owners and employees Payment of applicable fees for the who wish to cancel a previously government agency providing the service issued exit and re -entry visa. (if any). Required Documents Service Application Location

1.A copy of commercial registration.

2.A copy of the investment

• Electronic Portal ( Absher Platform – registration. Muqeem Platform). 3.Submission of a letter from the company or establishment stating

• Government Services Portal - General the application. Directorate of Passports.

• In case of technical issues, the service is Service Conditions & available at the One -Stop Services Restrictions centers.

1. If the visa has been unused for more than 3 months, a penalty of Estimated Processing Time 1,000 SAR will apply, to be paid 1 working day. through an ATM.

2. This service can be accessed via the Absher or Muqeem systems (if unable to apply online, proof of this must be provided).

04.02.04 Issuance of a New Residency Permit Service Description This service is available for company owners who wish to issue a new residency permit. Required Documents

1. A copy of the valid commercial Service Fees registration. Payment of applicable fees for the 2. A copy of the valid investment registration. government agency providing the service

3. A copy of the passport with the entry (if any). visa Service Application Location Service Conditions &

• Electronic Portal ( Absher Platform – Muqeem Platform). Restrictions

• Government Services Portal - General

1.If the request is for issuing a residency Directorate of Passports. permit for a General Manager, a copy of the commercial registration with the

• In case of technical issues, the service is General Manager ’s name must be available at the One -Stop Services provided. centers.

2.If requesting a residency permit for the General Manager, an electronic work Estimated Processing Time permit must be issued from the Ministry of 1 working day. Human Resources and Social Development ’s website.

3.A comprehensive medical report must be electronically submitted to the General Directorate of Passports.

4.An electronic health insurance certificate must be submitted to the General Directorate of Passports.

5.Fill out the unified (passport) form approved by the General Directorate of Passports and have it verified by the One - Stop Services centers.

6.This service can be accessed via the Absher or Muqeem systems (if unable to apply online, proof of this must be provided).

04.02.05 Issuance of Residence Permit for Private Driver or Maid Service Description

Service Description: This service is provided to company

04.02.06 Separation of Dependent owners who wish to issue a new residence permit for a private driver or with Independent Residence Permit domestic worker. Service Description Required Documents This service is provided to company owners 1. A valid commercial registration and workers who wish to separate a copy. dependent with an independent residence 2. A copy of the investment permit. registration.

3. A passport copy. Required Documents 4. A copy of the Employer residence permit.

1. A copy of the commercial registration. Service Conditions & Restrictions

2. A copy of the investment registration.

3. A passport copy. • This service is provided through the Absher

4. Original residence permit of the head of the or Muqeem systems (if issuance is not family. possible, proof of this must be provided).

5. Proof of education for male children who are • A comprehensive electronic medical report over 18 years old. sent to the General Directorate of Passports.

6. A commitment not to marry for female

• Filling out the approved "Issuance of children over 18 years old Residence Permit" form from the General Service Conditions & Restrictions Directorate of Passports .

1. Filling out the approved "Separation of Service Fees Dependent with Independent Residence Permit" form from the General Directorate of Payment of any applicable fees to the Passports. government entity providing the service

2. This service is provided through the Absher or Muqeem systems (if issuance is not possible, proof of this must be provided ). Service Application Location Service Fees

• Electronic Portal ( Absher Platform - Muqeem Platform). Payment of any applicable fees to the

• Electronic Services Portal - Government government entity providing the service Services - General Directorate of Passports.

• If you face any technical issues, we are happy Service Application Location to assist you at the One -Stop Services centers. -Electronic Services Portal - Government Services - General Directorate of Passports. Estimated Processing -Electronic Portal ( Absher Platform - Muqeem Platform). Time -If you face any technical issues, we are happy to assist you at the One -Stop Services centers 1 working day. . Estimated Processing Time 1 working day.

04.02.07 Residence Permit Renewal Service Description This service is provided to company owners who wish to issue a new residence permit for owners, managers, and their dependents.

04.02.08 Cancellation of Residence Permit for Individuals Required Documents Who Left and Did Not Return

1. A copy of the commercial registration.

2. A copy of the investment registration.

3. A copy of the residence permit and Service Description passport. This service is provided for establishments that wish to cancel the residence permit for investors or managers who left the Kingdom Service Conditions & Restrictions and did not return within the visa validity period If renewing the residence permit for the General Manager, the following must be

Required Documents provided:

• Work card.

• Commercial registration containing the

1. A copy or number of the commercial name of the General Manager. registration.

• Filling out the approved "Residence

2. A copy of the investment registration. Permit Renewal" form from the General

3. Original residence permit. Directorate of Passports.

• A comprehensive electronic medical Service Conditions & Restrictions insurance report sent to the General Directorate of Passports.

• This service is provided through the

1. The application must be submitted after 31 Absher or Muqeem systems (if issuance days have passed since the return visa is not possible, proof of this must be expiration. provided).

2. Payment of the fine for losing the residence permit (1000 SAR).

3. Submission of a letter on the Service Fees establishment's letterhead requesting the service, certified by the Chamber of Payment of any applicable fees to the Commerce. government entity providing the service Service Fees Payment of any applicable fees to the Service Application Location government entity providing the service

• Electronic Portal ( Absher Platform - Muqeem Service Application Location Platform).

• Electronic Services Portal - Government

• Electronic Services Portal - Government Services - General Directorate of Passports. Services - General Directorate of Passports. • If you face any technical issues, we are happy

• If you face any technical issues, we are happy to assist you at the One -Stop Services centers. to assist you at the One -Stop Services centers. Estimated Processing Time Estimated Processing Time 1 working day. 1 working day.

04.02.09 Issuance of Replacement for Lost Residence Permit Service Description This service is provided to company owners and workers who wish to issue a replacement for a lost residence permit.

04.02.10 Adding Dependent Required Documents to Head of Household

1. A copy or number of the commercial registration. Service Description 2. A copy of the investment registration.

3. A copy of the residence permit (if This service is provided to company available). owners who wish to add a dependent to the head of household. Service Conditions & Restrictions Required Documents

1. Filling out the approved "Residence Permit

1. A copy of the commercial registration. Issuance" form from the General Directorate of

2. A copy of the investment registration. Passports.

3. A copy of the residence permit and 2. Filling out the approved "Lost Residence passport. Permit" form from the General Directorate of

4.The original copy of Paterfamilias Passports Iqama. Service Conditions & Service Fees Restrictions Payment of any applicable fees to the

1. A birth certificate must be provided if the dependent was born in the Kingdom of Saudi government entity providing the service. Arabia.

2. Filling out the approved "Add Dependent" form from the General Directorate of Passports. Service Application Location Service Fees • Electronic Services Portal - Government Services - General Directorate of Passports. Payment of any applicable fees to the

• If you face any technical issues, we are happy government entity providing the service. to assist you at the One -Stop Services centers. Service Application Location Estimated Processing

• Electronic Services Portal - Government Services - General Directorate of Passports. Time

• If you face any technical issues, we are happy to assist you at the One -Stop Services 1 working day. centers. Estimated Processing Time 1 working day.

04.02.11 PRINT Application Service Description This service is provided to entities who desire to issue PRINT document to be

04.02.12 Biometric Fingerprint provided to other government entities.. Required Documents

1.A copy of commercial registration. Service Description

2.A copy of the investment license.

3.A letter from the company or This service is provided to establishments establishment stating the request for that wish to register biometric fingerprints PRINT document for investors and managers. Service Conditions & Restrictions Required Documents None

1. A copy of the commercial registration.

2. A copy of the investment registration. Service Fees

3. Original and copy of the passport.

4. Original and copy of the residence Payment of any applicable fees to the permit for residents. government entity providing the service. Service Conditions & Restrictions Service Application Location None •E-Services Portal - Government Services - Service Fees General Department of Passports. •If you encounter any technical problem, we will Payment of any applicable fees to the be pleased to serve you at Ministry of Investment investors ’ relations centers (Jeddah government entity providing the service . and Riyadh cities). Service Application Location Estimated Processing Time One-Stop Services centers (Jeddah - Riyadh). 1 working day. Estimated Processing Time 1 working day.

04.02.13 Passport Information Update Service Description This service is provided to company owners and managers who wish to update their passport details. Required Documents

1. A copy of the commercial registration.

2. A copy of the investment registration.

3. The old and new passport, along with the originals.

4. Original residence permit. Service Conditions & Restrictions

1. Filling out the approved "Passport Information Update" form from the General Directorate of Passports. Service Fees Payment of any applicable fees to the government entity providing the service. Service Application Location

• Electronic Services Portal - Government Services - General Directorate of Passports.

• If you face any technical issues, we are happy to assist you at the One -Stop Services centers. Estimated Processing Time 1 working day.

04.02.14 Sponsorship Transfer and Modification of Senior Occupations Service Description This service is provided to establishments that wish to transfer sponsorship or modify the profession for senior positions (General Manager, CEO, Chairman of the Board). Required Documents Service Fees

1. A copy of the commercial registration. Payment of any applicable fees to the government

2. A copy of the investment registration. entity providing the service.

3. Original and copy of the passport.

4. Original and copy of the residence permit. Service Application Location

5. A letter of resignation from the previous

• Electronic Services Portal - Government Services - employer, certified by the Chamber of General Directorate of Passports. Commerce.

• Electronic Portal ( Absher Platform - Muqeem 6. A letter from the establishment requesting Platform). the profession modification and sponsorship

• If you face any technical issues, we are happy to assist transfer. you at the One -Stop Services centers. 7. Approval from the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development for Transfer Estimated Processing Time of Worker’s (service No. 04.03.02) and Change of Occupation (service No. 04.03.04 ) as per this 1 working day. guide.

8. A certified authorization letter for the applicant with proof of the authorized person's identity or a legal power of attorney. Service Conditions & Restrictions

1. Completion of the electronic procedures for employer approval.

2. Filling out the approved "Sponsorship Transfer and Profession Modification" form from the General Directorate of Passports.

04.02.15 Transfer of Sponsorship for Private Driver or Domestic Worker Service Description This service is provided to company owners who wish to transfer the sponsorship for a private driver or domestic worker. Service Fees Required Documents Payment of any applicable fees to the

1. A copy of the commercial registration. government entity providing the service.

2. A copy of the investment registration.

3. Original and copy of the passport. Service Application Location

4. A copy of the new employer's residence permit.

• Electronic Portal ( Absher Platform -

5. A resignation letter from the previous Muqeem Platform). employer, certified by the General

• If you face any technical issues, we are Directorate of Passports. happy to assist you at the One -Stop

6. A copy of the private driver ’s driving Services centers. license.

7. A bank statement or a salary printout Estimated Processing Time from social insurance. 1 working day.

• None Service Conditions & Restrictions

1. Filling out the approved "Sponsorship Transfer" form from the General Directorate of Passports.

2. Submitting the request in advance via the "Musaned " platform and obtaining approval before visiting the General Directorate of Passports.

04.03 Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development

04.03.01 Data Update Service Description This service is provided to establishments that wish to update their data. Required Documents

1. A copy of the investment registration.

2. A copy of the commercial registration.

3. A license from the relevant authority (if available).

4. A copy of the municipal license . Service Conditions & Restrictions

1. A registered Saudi authorized representative who is listed as a user of the establishment or account manager in electronic services. Service Fees Payment of any applicable fees to the government entity providing the service. Service Application Location

• The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development Electronic Portal.

• Electronic Services Portal - Government Services - Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development.

• If you face any technical issues, we are happy to assist you at the One -Stop Services centers . Estimated Processing Time 1 working day.

04.03.02 Transfer of Worker ’s Services Service Description This service is provided to establishments that wish to transfer a worker ’s services to their company. Required Documents

1. A letter to the representative of the Service Fees Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development, stating the establishment ’s Payment of any applicable fees to the request to transfer the worker to work with government entity providing the service. them, certified by the Chamber of Commerce.

2. A resignation letter from the previous establishment on its letterhead, certified by Service Application Location the Chamber of Commerce.

3. A declaration from the concerned worker

• Electronic Services Portal - Government agreeing to transfer the sponsorship. Services - Ministry of Human Resources

4. A copy of the investment registration. and Social Development. 5. A copy of the commercial registration.

6. A copy of the residence permit.

• If you face any technical issues, we are

7. A copy of the passport. happy to assist you at the One -Stop

8. A certified authorization letter for the Services centers (Jeddah - Riyadh). applicant with proof of the authorized person's identity or a legal power of attorney Estimated Service Conditions & Processing Time Restrictions 2 working day. 1. The sponsorship transfer is carried out via the Qiwa platform, affiliated with the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development.

2. The service is provided only for dependents and those facing issues with the system, via the electronic services portal on the Qiwa platform, affiliated with the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development.

3. Filling out the approved "Transfer of Services" form from the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development.

04.03.03 Modify Trade Name Service Description This service is provided to establishments that wish to modify the registered name of the establishment. Required Documents

1. A copy of the investment registration before and after the Service Application Location modification.

2. A copy of the commercial

• Electronic Services Portal - Government registration before and after the Services - Ministry of Human Resources modification. and Social Development.

3. A copy of the founding contract

• The Ministry of Human Resources and before and after the modification. Social Development Electronic Portal (Qiwa Platform). Service Conditions &

• If you face any technical issues, we are happy to assist you at the One -Stop Restrictions Services centers (Jeddah - Riyadh). None Service Fees Estimated Processing Time Payment of any applicable fees to the 1 working day. government entity providing the service.

04.03.04 Change of Occupation (Executive Positions) Service Description This service is provided to companies that wish to modify occupations to executive positions (General Manager, CEO, Chairman of the Board). Required Documents

1. A copy of the investment registration.

2. A copy of the commercial registration.

3. A copy of the founding contract.

4. A request letter for the occupation change on the company's letterhead, certified by the Chamber of Commerce. Service Fees

5. A declaration from the foreign worker requesting the occupation change. Payment of any applicable fees to the

6. A copy of the residence permit. government entity providing the service.

7. A copy of the applicant's ID. Service Conditions & Service Application Location Restrictions

1. The Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development Electronic Portal (Qiwa Platform).

1. The request must be submitted through the

2. If you face any technical issues, we are Electronic Services Portal on the Qiwa happy to assist you at the One -Stop Services centers. platform of the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development.

2. If there is an issue submitting the request Estimated Processing through the platform, manual submission or Time submission via the Ministry of Investment's electronic services is required, with the noted 2 working day. issue attached.

3. A Saudi -appointed authorized person must be registered as the company ’s user or account manager in the electronic services.

4. Fill out the "Transfer of Services" form approved by the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development.

04.03.05 Activate Business File Service Description This service is provided to companies that wish to activate a new business file. Required Documents

04.03.06 Cancel Business File

1. A copy of the investment registration. Service Description

2. A copy of the commercial This service is provided to companies that wish registration. to cancel their business file with the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development 3. The file opening request number. Required Documents Service Conditions & Restrictions

1. A copy of the commercial registration cancellation. 1.The file opening request must be submitted through the Ministry of

2. Cancellation of related licenses Human Resources and Social Service Conditions & Restrictions Development website.

1. A designated account manager for the company is required. Service Fees

2. The request must be submitted through the Payment of any applicable fees to the Ministry of Human Resources and Social government entity providing the service. Development's electronic services. If there is no account manager for the unified number, a legal authorization from a Saudi agent with a Service Application Location copy of their ID must be provided.

• The Ministry of Investment website – Service Fees Electronic Services Portal for inquiries Payment of any applicable fees to the and complaints. government entity providing the service • If you face any technical issues, we are Service Application Location happy to assist you at the One -Stop Services centers.

• Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development website. Estimated Processing Time

• If you face any technical issues, we are happy 1working day. to assist you at the One -Stop Services centers. Estimated Processing Time 1 working day.

04.03.07 Transfer of Establishment File Under Process Service Description This service is offered to businesses that wish to convert their file from an individual establishment (institution) to a company. Required Documents

1. A copy of the investment register.

2. A copy of the commercial register.

3. A copy of the founding contract.

4. A certificate from the Ministry of Commerce. Service Fees

5. A certified commitment letter from the Payment of any applicable fees required by the Chamber of Commerce addressed to the Ministry of Human Resources and Social government entity providing the service. Development, confirming the transfer of all Service Application Location labor and that there are no workers outside the kingdom or unused visas. None

6. A certificate of cancellation or transfer of Estimated Processing Time ownership for licenses to a company (municipality, Ministry of Transport, Ministry 1 working day. of Health, Ministry of Education, Ministry of Media).

7. A copy of the employer's ID. Service Conditions & Restrictions

1. Payment of the consolidated bill.

2. Resolving any existing issues if present.

3. No labor disputes pending against the establishment.

4. No expired work permits.

04.03.08 Registration of Unified Number Account Manager Service Description This service is for establishments that desire to register an account manager in the Ministry of Human Resources and

04.03.09 Issuance of Visa for Social Development. Senior Professions Required Documents Service Description

1.A copy of the commercial registration. This service is for businesses wishing to issue a 2.A copy of the Articles of Association. new work visa for high -level professions 3.A copy of the applicant's ID. (General Manager, CEO, Chairman of the Board ). 4.A letter from the establishment requesting the registration of an account manager certified by the Required Documents Chamber of Commerce.

1. A copy of the investment register. Service Conditions & Restrictions

2. A copy of the commercial register.

3. A copy of the passport. •E- Services portal of Ministry of Human Resource

4. A copy of the founding contract. and Social Development.

5. Specify nationality and country of arrival . •In the event of technical difficulties, the application can be submitted manually or through Service Conditions & Restrictions the Ministry of Investment's E -Services Portal - If a visa has been issued for one of the high -level Government Services - Ministry of Human professions before, the second visa can be issued Resource and Social Development with the via the electronic services of the Ministry of attached proof. Human Resources under the establishment ’s Service Fees account. Payment of any applicable fees required Service Fees by the government entity providing the Payment of any applicable fees required service. by the government entity providing the Service Application Location service. •Ministry of Investment investors ’ relations Service Application Location centers Estimated Processing Time

• The website of the Ministry of Investment – Electronic Services Portal (inquiries and 1 working day. complaints).

• The website of the Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development – Establishment account.

• In case of technical issues, the service can also be accessed at One -Stop Services centers. Estimated Processing Time 1 working day.

04.03.10 Issuance of Work Permit for Senior Professions Service Description This service is for businesses wishing to issue a work permit for high -level professions (General Manager, CEO, Chairman of the Board). Required Documents

04.03.11 Update Expatriate

1. A copy of the investment register. Information

2. A copy of the commercial register.

3. A copy of the passport. Service Description

4. A copy of the border number. This service is provided for establishments Service Conditions & Restrictions seeking to update expatriate information. None Required Documents Service Fees Copy of the residency/Iqama. . Payment of any applicable fees required by Service Conditions & Restrictions the government entity providing the service. None Service Application Location Service Fees

• The website of the Ministry of Investment

– Electronic Services Portal (inquiries and Payment of any applicable fees required complaints). by the government entity providing the

• In case of technical issues, the service can service. also be accessed at One -Stop Services centers. Service Application Location Estimated Processing Time •E-Services Portal - Government Services - 1 working day. Ministry of Human Resource and Social Development. •If you encounter any technical problem, we will be pleased to serve you at Ministry of Investment investors ’ relations centers. Estimated Processing Time 1 working day.

04.04 Recruitment Affairs Department at the Ministry of Interior

04.04.01 Family Visa Sponsorship Service Description This service is for companies wishing to bring in the family of an investor or a professional in

04.05 Ministry of Foreign Affairs senior roles (e.g., general manager, CEO, board chairman).

04.05.01 Change Account Manager Required Documents Service Description 1. Copy of the investment license.

2. Copy of the commercial registration. This service is for companies wishing to

3. Copy of the Articles of Incorporation. update the account manager on the Social

4. A letter addressed to the Ministry of Insurance website. Investment, certified by the Chamber of Required Documents Commerce.

5. A letter addressed to the Recruitment Affairs,

1. Copy of the investment license. certified by the Chamber of Commerce.

2. Copy of the commercial registration.

6. Copy of the residency permit.

3. A letter from the company on official

7. Copy of the passport. letterhead requesting the change of account manager, certified by the Chamber 8. Copy of the marriage certificate and the wife's of Commerce. passport. Service Conditions & Restrictions 9. Birth certificates for children, along with copies of their passports .

• Complete the Employer Operations form, as approved by Social Insurance. Service Conditions & Restrictions

• Complete and sign the recruitment application Service Fees form. Payment of any applicable fees required Service Fees by the government entity providing the Payment of any applicable fees required service. by the government entity providing the Service Application Location service. Service Application Location

• Ministry of Investment website - Electronic Services Portal (Inquiries and Complaints).

• Electronic Services Portal - Inquiries and

• Social Insurance website. Complaints.

• If you face any technical issues, the service is also available at One -Stop Services centers . • If you face any technical issues, the Estimated Processing service is also available at One -Stop Services centers. Time 1 working day. Estimated Processing Time 1 working day.

04.05.02 Separation of Individual Establishments from the Company Service Description This service is for companies that wish to separate their individual establishments

04.06 Ministry of Foreign Affairs from the company in the Social Insurance

04.06.01 Commercial Document system. Required Documents Certification

1. Copy of the investment license.

2. Copy of the commercial registration.

3. Copy of the incorporation contract Service Description Service Conditions & This service is provided for companies wishing to authenticate their official Restrictions commercial documents (e.g., • Complete the Employer Operations form, as incorporation contracts, commercial approved by Social Insurance. registration extracts, financial statements, Service Fees official company agencies, etc.). Required Documents Payment of any applicable fees required by the government entity providing the

1. Original documents to be authenticated. service.

2. Proof of the applicant's status. Service Application Location Service Conditions & Restrictions

• Social Insurance website. None

• If you face any technical issues, the Service Fees service is also available at One -Stop Payment of any applicable fees required Services centers. by the government entity providing the Estimated Processing Time service. 1 working day. Service Application Location

• One-Stop Services centers. Estimated Processing Time 1 working day.

04.06.02 Family Visit Service for Senior Professions on the E-Visa Platform

04.06.03 Modification of Service Description Arrival Destination This service is provided for companies Service Description wishing to issue family visit visas for employees in senior professions. This service is provided for senior professionals who have issued a visa and Required Documents wish to modify their arrival country to the

1. Copy of the investment registration. Kingdom from a country where they hold

2. Copy of the commercial registration. residency, different from their country of

3. Copy of the identification citizenship registered in their passport. Service Conditions & Restrictions Required Documents None

1. Copy of the applicant's residency in the country Service Fees they wish to arrive from.

2. Copy of the issued visa. Payment of any applicable fees required by the Service Conditions & Restrictions government entity providing the service. None Application Location Service Fees

• One-Stop Services centers (Jeddah). Payment of any applicable fees required by the government entity providing the service. Estimated Processing Time Application Location 1 working day.

• Ministry of Investment's website – Electronic Services Portal for inquiries and complaints. Estimated Processing Time 1 working day.

04.0 6.04 Business visit visa Service Conditions & Restrictions Service Description

• The duration and type are specified in the It is an electronic service provided to investors invitation letter. It may be for a single entry or wishing to visit the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to explore investment opportunities and take a multiple entries, and its validity varies general overview of the desired market, attend depending on the approved visa type. meetings and conferences, or sign contracts and establish partnerships. It may require an invitation • After the visa validity expires, the investor can from a Saudi resident (company/institution). extend the visa through the electronic website Required Documents of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

1. Invitation letter issued electronically from the • In case there is no invitation letter or a local Saudi Chamber of Commerce. host entity, a document containing information

2. Passport valid for no less than 6 months. about the investor ’s work must be attached in

3. A personal photo.

4. A copy of the commercial registration of the the visa application. host company. Service Fees Payment of any applicable fees required by the government entity providing the service. Service Application Location Visa platform – Ministry of Foreign Affairs website. Estimated Processing Time 1-3 working day.

05.00 Requirements and Obligations 51 5.1 Requirements for registration of special categories

5.1.1T ypes of activities, their requirements, minimum capital requirements, and national participation percentage Minimum Saudi Type of Activity Minimum Capital (SR) Additional requirements Participation (%) Commercial with 1 26,666,667 25% - Saudi partner 100% Foreign ▪ Presence in at least ( 3) 2 30,000,000 - Commercia regional or global markets Communications 3 - 40% - Activities Supportive 4 communications 30% activities

▪ Both partners (local and foreign) must be licensed in Professional Activities the same field. If there is a 5 - 25% with Saudi Partner non-professional partner, their share must not exceed 30% Engineering ▪ Presence in 4 countries 6 Consulting Activities - - ▪ At least 10 years of 100% Foreign experience 100% Foreign Legal Letter of approval from the 7 - - Activity Ministry of Justice 52 5.1 Requirements for registration of special categories

5.1.1T ypes of activities, their requirements, minimum capital requirements, and national participation percentage Minimum Saudi Type of Activity Minimum Capital (SR) Additional requirements Participation (%)

▪ The commercial register of the establishment requesting registration for at least three years to practice the recruitment activity

▪ Financial statements for the last 3 fiscal years of the foreign company applying for registration, certified by the Saudi Embassy

▪ Submitting a performance evaluation certificate from the authority supervising the export activity in the sending country

▪ The obligation to submit a certificate issued by the Recruitment Agents and supervisory authority in the 8 Domestic Worker Rental - - investor / investor country Activity that no final judgment was issued against any of the natural partners for a crime involving dishonor or breach of trust, or any of the violations related to the provisions governing child protection or combating trafficking in persons, unless he is considered

▪ Commitment to the undertaking that any of the partners has not previously obtained a license to export labor or was a partner in a company practicing this activity and its license has been revoked by a decision or a court ruling, unless at least five years have passed since that 53 5.1.2 Requirements for registering special categories Filing Financial Definition Requirements Filing Categories Categories Consideration

▪ A copy of the commercial register of the participating foreign establishment, certified by the Saudi This service enables Embassy. establishments to ▪ A copy of the identity document if register for one of the partners is a natural The establishment is obligated investment in the person (individual) holding the to pay the financial fee for the Kingdom in nationality of a GCC country (if their entire registration period, as accordance with the information is not registered in the determined by the Ministry Regular Investment Law and Absher system). ▪ Registration when approving its registration, 1 its Executive ▪ Financial statements for the last The establishment is obligated Registration of ▪ Annual Update Regulations. fiscal year of the foreign company to pay within 30 days of Establishments Registration is applying for registration, notification of the due amount, available for authenticated by the Saudi embassy. If payment is not made within approved economic ▪ Providing the requirements related to the specified period, the activities in Saudi the type of activity to be registered in registration will be deemed void Arabia open to accordance with Section ( 05.00) of investment (ISIC 4) this guide.

▪ Holders of the Special Residency Permit are exempted from submitting requirements ( 1-3) above. They are ▪ If the applicant is a company, attach entrepreneurs and a decision from the company ’s board startups who wish to of directors stating their desire to The establishment is obligated establish innovative, register in the Kingdom to pay the financial fee for the distinguished, or ▪ Submit a letter of support or proof of entire registration period, as emerging technology project approval from the supervising determined by the Ministry Registration for companies that are authority (Saudi universities or when approving its registration, capable of expansion accredited business incubators) ▪ Registration 2 Entrepreneurial The establishment is obligated and growth to ▪ If the applicant is an individual ▪ Annual Update Establishments to pay within 30 days of provide a better and residing in the Kingdom, a no - notification of the due amount, different product or objection letter from the employer If payment is not made within service in the Saudi must be submitted the specified period, the market and have ▪ The activity number must be registration will be deemed void support entities included in the support letter for new approved by the registration applications and Ministry registration amendment requests. These are foreign companies that have The establishment is obligated obtained a Temporary to pay the financial fee for the government contract Registration for and apply for entire registration period, as

▪ A copy of the letter from the determined by the Ministry the temporary government agency or the project when approving its registration, investment ▪ Registration 3 implementation implementation contract signed by The establishment is obligated registration to ▪ Annual Update of a the relevant authority, including the to pay within 30 days of implementation the contract period notification of the due amount, Government government/semi - If payment is not made within Contracts government contract. the specified period, the This registration ends registration will be deemed void at the end of the contract 54 5.1.2 Requirements for registering special categories Financial Filing Categories Definition Requirements Filing Categories Consideration The establishment is These are foreign obligated to pay the financial companies that have fee for the entire registration a Saudi agent or period, as determined by the authorized distributor Ministry when approving its Registration for in the Kingdom and registration, The

▪ Certified copy of the Saudi ▪ Registration 4 the Scientific and wish to open an office establishment is obligated to agent or distributor ▪ Annual Update Technical Office to provide scientific pay within 30 days of and technical services notification of the due to agents, distributors, amount, If payment is not and consumers of the made within the specified company's products period, the registration will be deemed void

▪ A decision addressed to the These are the Ministry of Investment economic and from the ministries, technical offices of government institutions, or The establishment is countries wishing to relevant institutions to obligated to pay the financial register in the open an economic and fee for the entire registration Kingdom for the technical liaison office in period, as determined by the purpose of studying Registration for the Kingdom Ministry when approving its markets and

▪ Submit a letter from the registration, The Economic and preparing reports on ▪ Registration 5 Ministry of Foreign Affairs establishment is obligated to Technical Liaison this study for the ▪ Annual Update addressed to the Ministry pay within 30 days of Offices relevant institutions of Investment requesting notification of the due in their country registration for an amount, If payment is not without executing any Economic and Technical made within the specified contracts or carrying Liaison Office, including a period, the registration will out commercial or detailed business plan for be deemed void investment activity in the activities and services the Kingdom, directly required to be provided or indirectly. within the Kingdom It is a foreign multinational company that wishes to establish an entity The establishment is in the Kingdom of obligated to pay the financial Saudi Arabia as its fee for the entire registration A copy of two different regional period, as determined by the commercial records of the headquarters, in Ministry when approving its Regional establishment, certified by the accordance with the registration, The Saudi embassy, except for the ▪ Registration 6 Headquarters laws of the Kingdom establishment is obligated to Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and ▪ Annual Update (RHQ) License of Saudi Arabia, for pay within 30 days of the country in which the the purposes of notification of the due headquarters of the two heads supporting, managing, amount, If payment is not of state are located and strategically made within the specified directing its branches period, the registration will and subsidiaries be deemed void operating in the Middle East and North Africa region

5.1.3 Additional obligations based on the category and type of registered activity Additional obligations that applicants for registration must adhere to depending on the type of investment registration upon issuance: Categories/Activity Obligations

• Training 30% of Saudis.

• The company shall comply to achieve following standards during the first five years:

• The company shall comply to achieve the localization rates as determined by the Ministry of Human Resource and Social Development. The company shall develop and implement a plan to locate them in senior management posts in the first five years and to ensure their continuation.

• The company is complying with train ( 30%) of Saudi employees annually.

• The company shall comply to achieve one of the following options:

• Option 1: the company shall comply with investing an amount of no less than

(300) million Saudi Riyals (including 30 million Saudi Riyals as the cash capital of the company) over five years starting from the date of obtaining the investment license.

• Option 2: the company shall comply with investing an amount of no less than

(200) million Saudi Riyals (including 30 million Saudi Riyals as the cash capital of the company) over five years starting from the date of obtaining the investment license, in addition to achieving one or more of the following requirements during the first five years: Commercial activity (100% foreign Ownership ) The standard The minimum requirement 30% or more of the company's products Manufacturing distributed locally shall be manufactured in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia 5% or more of total sales shall be allocated to the Research and development establishment of a research programs and development programs in the Kingdom The establishment of a unified center to provide Logistics and distribution those services, and provide after -sales services

• The office shall perform market feasibility studies on the type of the company ’s activity, and prepare reports of this study for the main center. The office shall submit an annual summary of its activities to Ministry of Investment. Scientific and Technical • The office is prohibited from performing any contracts or commercial activities or Office investments in the Kingdom, directly or indirectly, while it is also prohibited from earning any fees for training Saudi technicians.

• Ministry of Investment has the right to revoke the license or not to renew it whenever it deems that the office's role is beyond the authorized purpose.

5.1.3 Additional obligations based on the category and type of registered activity Additional obligations that applicants for registration must adhere to depending on the type of investment registration upon issuance: Categories/Activity Obligations

• The office may study the markets and prepare reports on this study for the relevant institutions in the country wishing to obtain registration, The office must submit an Registration for Economic annual summary of its activities to the Ministry of Investment. 3 and Technical Liaison • The office is prohibited from performing any contracts or commercial activities or Offices investments in the Kingdom, directly or indirectly.

• Ministry of Investment has the right to revoke the license or not to renew it whenever it deems that the office's role is beyond the authorized purpose.

• The RHQ is established as a separate legal personality in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia either as a company or as a registered branch of a foreign company.

• The RHQ shall not directly conduct commercial operations that generate revenue other than RHQ License activities.

• The RHQ must commence the mandatory RHQ activities* within six months of issuing the License.

• The RHQ must commence at least three optional RHQ activities** within one year of Regional Headquarters issuing the RHQ License(The applicant selects the optional activities when applying (RHQ) License for registration).

• RHQ employees carrying on mandatory RHQ activities must have the relevant skills and knowledge developed at the headquarters or another regional headquarters of the Multinational Group, at least 3 employees of which must be of Executive Director level and Vice -President level.

• The RHQ must employ at least 15 full time employees deployed in the conduct of RHQ activities within one year of issuing the RHQ Register (including the senior level executives mentioned in point above).

• Establishments are committed to filling out the questionnaire shared with them by All registered categories/All the Ministry, within a period not exceeding ( 14) working days from the date of Economic activities notification, in order to avoid the investment establishment being subject to any effects that may result from the delay in providing the required data.

06.00 : Communication with the Ministry of Investment

06.01 Communication Mechanism with the Ministry of Investment The Ministry welcomes communication through the following channels: You can contact the Investor Care Team through the following channels:

1. The Ministry of Investment's toll -free number ( 8002449990 ) within the Kingdom and (+ 966115065777) from outside the Kingdom.

• The X platform account: @MISACare

• Email us at InvestorCare@misa.gov.sa

• To inquire about the status of transactions and applications registered with the Ministry, please visit the Ministry's website (www.misa.gov.sa) and log in to your establishment's online account to check the status of your application.

2. For complaints, inquiries, suggestions, and objections, please visit the Ministry of Investment's website (www.misa.gov.sa), log in to your establishment's online account, and submit your request. If you do not have an online account, you can use the general inquiry form on the "Contact Us" page of the Ministry's website.

06.02 Addresses of One -Stop Services centers Free number Coordinates Detailed Address Imam Saud Bin Abdulaziz Bin Mohammad Road, after the intersection with Takhassusi Street heading west

National Address: Building Number: 3912 Additional Number: 6229 Postal Code: 12382 Prince Sultan Street, after the intersection with Hope Street, heading north Building Number: 7241 Additional Number: 2810 Postal Code: 23621 Prince Sultan Street, after the intersection with Hope Street, heading north Building Number: 7241 Additional Number: 2810 Postal Code: 23621 Tariq bin Ziad Street (intersection with Granada Street) Al-Rakah Al-Janubiyah District Building Number: 7296 Additional Number: 2231 Postal Code: 34227

07.00 : Attachments 61 07.01 List of violations The Ministry is responsible for monitoring gross and non -corporeal violations against the registered establishment in accordance with what is stipulated in the executive regulations of the investment system.

07.01.01 List of serious violations: 1- Engaging in an investment activity without the registration. 2- Practicing investment in exempt activities without obtaining approval, or after its expiration or cancellation, or in violation of the conditions related to its practice. 3- Change of ownership of restricted activities without prior approval. 4- The investor provides misleading or incorrect information to the ministry or competent authority. 5- The investor prevents or obstructs the regulatory official from carrying out his duties under the regulations. 62 07.01 List of violations The Ministry is responsible for monitoring gross and non -corporeal violations against the registered establishment in accordance with what is stipulated in the executive regulations of the investment system.

07.01.01 List of serious violations: 1- Engaging in an investment activity without reactivating the registration. 2- Failure to provide the Ministry with the requested documents, information, or data for the purpose of assessing compliance with the required conditions for conducting activities. 3- Relocating or changing the establishment ’s site without notifying the Ministry within ten ( 10) working days of the change. 4- Changing or modifying the establishment ’s account manager details without notifying the Ministry within ten ( 10) working days of the change. 5- Non-compliance with the mandatory conditions for conducting permitted activities.

07.02 Authorization Form To: Ministry of Investment, Kind Regards, We, the undersigned, ............................., Commercial Registration No. .................. dated ..../..../........ , headquartered in the city of ...................., in the country of ...................., here by authorize Mr./Ms. ................................, holder of ID/Passport No. ............................., dated ..../..../........, Nationality ...................., residing at ...................., Contact No. ...................., and Email ........................................ to: To register the company with the Ministry of Investment and submit applications for ownership deeds through the electronic portal for non-Saudis. This is for the purpose of completing procedures related to the ownership of real estate rights within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and managing or handling any action related to such ownership. This includes the issuance of deeds at the Real Estate Registry, buying and selling, acknowledging the buyer, receiving the price, purchasing, accepting the acknowledgment, paying the price, and paying real estate transaction taxes to the Real Estate General Authority. For this purpose, the authorized person has the right to receive activation codes, notices, and decisions. This also includes registering the company with the Ministry, opening a bank account for the company in any commercial bank within the Kingdom, and conducting financial transactions related to the account for the benefit of the real estate ownership or any services related to the operation and management of the property. This includes handling transactions through electronic payment methods in accordance with the payment system and its services at the Saudi Central Bank (SAMA). The company acknowledges full responsibility for the outcomes and legal consequences resulting therefrom. The company also commits to officially notifying the Ministry immediately upon appointing another authorized person or if any change occurs to his/her data, the company's addresses, or his/her powers. Such change shall not be considered effective unless approved by the Ministry of Investment.

Authorization Number:

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Issuing Authority: Please accept our sincere regards,

Signature:

Name: Official Company Stamp: Saudi Embassy Attestation: