Launch Your Business in Saudi Arabia with Confidence

Peninsula specialises in helping international businesses establish a strong presence in Saudi Arabia, offering comprehensive support from company formation to compliance.

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Business Setup Timeline

The three step process of setting up a company in Saudi Arabia

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First Phase

The first phase takes 3-5 weeks and includes everything you need to tender for your first project in Saudi Arabia.

  • Name Reservation
  • Drafting and Attesting the Local Articles of Association
  • Issuance of Commercial Registration (CR)
  • Registration with the Chamber of Commerce

Second Phase

The second phase takes 5-8 weeks and allows the business to operate  with the issuance of a visa for the appointed General Manager.  

  • Company Seal
  • Register with the Ministry of Labor
  • Register with the General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI)
  • Register for the National Address
  • Issue the GM Visa
  • Registration with the General Authority of Zakat and Tax (GAZT)
  • VAT Registration
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Third Phase

The third phase takes 8-12 weeks and covers everything required to be fully operational in Saudi Arabia, including support with Bank Account Opening.  

  • Activate Chamber of Commerce (COC) Account
  • Register with Muqeem Portal
  • Register with Absher Portal
  • Register with Qiwa Portal
  • Register with Mudad Portal
  • Assistance in Bank Account Opening

Company Formation, Without Compromise

With over 15 years of on-the-ground experience and 1,500+ successful company formations, Peninsula delivers more than paperwork, we deliver certainty.

Our team combines deep regulatory knowledge with strategic local partnerships to ensure your business is structured for long-term control, compliance, and scalability. From entity selection to license acquisition, we act as your trusted partner, safeguarding your interests at every step of your Saudi market entry.

1,500+

Companies
Incorporated

90+

Corporate Partners

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Regional Offices

15+

Years Regional Experience

Business Setup Solutions Built Around You

Whether you’re entering the Saudi market for the first time or expanding an established regional presence, Peninsula offers company formation packages tailored to your needs. Our solutions are designed to reduce complexity, minimise upfront costs, and keep you in control, with flexible payment plans and expert support at every stage of your expansion journey.

Basic Setup

For First-Time Entrants Navigating Tender Requirements

Designed for companies bidding on their first government project in Saudi Arabia, this package covers the essential setup steps to establish your local presence quickly and compliantly, so you can meet eligibility requirements and submit your proposal with confidence.

  • MISA Licence
  • Commercial Registration
  • CoC Services Portal Activation

Premium Setup

End-to-End Business Setup, Handled for You

Ideal for companies seeking a complete, turnkey solution, this package delivers full-spectrum support across every stage of Saudi market entry, from entity formation and licensing to staffing, compliance, and post-launch operations. We manage the details so you can stay focused on growth.

  • Everything in the Basic Setup Package, Plus:
  • ZAKAT Registration
  • Government Portal Setup
  • General Manager Visa

Peninsula Setup

Tailored Solutions, Built Around Your Business

This package begins with a detailed consultation to understand your commercial objectives, ownership structure, and operational needs. We then design a setup pathway specifically aligned with your goals—ensuring regulatory clarity, cost efficiency, and long-term scalability.

  • Everything in the Premium Setup Package, Plus:
  • VIP (Express) Visa Processing
  • VAT and Corporate Tax Registration
  • Co-Working Desk at Peninsula Riyadh