The LLC Setup
Checklist.
Everything you need to know about setting up a Limited Liability Company in Saudi Arabia, from MISA to Banking.
5-Phase Roadmap
Phase 1: Pre-Registration
Phase 2: Legal Entity Formation
Phase 3: Post-CR Compliance
Phase 4: Labor & Visa Setup
Phase 5: Banking & Operational
Starting a Limited Liability Company (LLC) in Saudi Arabia is a structured process. Follow this checklist to ensure you don’t miss a single legal requirement.
Phase 1: Pre-Registration (The License)
MISA Investment License
Obtaining the license from the Ministry of Investment. This defines your activity and ownership percentage.
Articles of Association (AOA)
Drafting and digital notarization of the company’s bylaws through the Ministry of Commerce.
Phase 2: Legal Entity Formation
Commercial Registration (CR)
Issuance of your 10-digit CR number. This is your company’s birth certificate.
Chamber of Commerce Membership
Mandatory registration to attest documents and contracts.
Phase 3: Post-CR Compliance (The “Final Mile”)
National Address Registration
Registering your physical office via SPL (Saudi Post).
ZATCA Registration
Registering for VAT and Income Tax.
Phase 4: Labor & Visa Setup
Qiwa & Muqeem Portals
Opening your labor office file to hire employees.
GOSI Registration
Mandatory social insurance for all employees.
Phase 5: Banking & Operational
Corporate Bank Account
Final step: Opening your business account to start operations.
Pro Tip
Don’t wait! Start your Corporate Bank Account application as soon as you have the CR and National Address. This is usually the part that takes the most time.
