Uninterrupted Business Operations with GRO Services in Saudi Arabia
Streamlined governmental portals, records, and renewals to keep your business running smoothly
Why Do Companies Trust Us
300+
Businesses’ compliance managed monthly
20K+
Active network of strategic partners to open doors for your business
120
Local team members with extensive market knowledge & experience
Your GRO Package Includes
Portal Renewals
Renewal of QIWA, Muqeem, and Mudad subscriptions
Mudad Registration
Setup on the official payroll compliance platform
Account Top-Ups
Balance top-up for Muqeem and Chamber of Commerce (CoC) accounts
Work Policy & Report Issuance
Issuance of default QIWA work policy and establishment monthly report
License & Record Amendments
One-time amendment of MISA license, AoA, Commercial Registration (CR), and National Address
Portal Sub-Account Creation
Adding authorized users to MoL, Qiwa, GOSI, Mudad, and Muqeem
The Role of a GRO Service Provider in Saudi Arabia
A Government Relations Officer (GRO) acts as a liaison between a business and governmental entities, managing all legal and administrative matters during the foreign business setup process and beyond.
Key Services include:
- Streamlining the process of submitting, collecting, and tracking official government documents, licenses, and certificates.
- Coordinating with key government ministries and chambers, including MISA, MoC, and CoC.
- Offering end-to-end support for all corporate compliance needs, from amending business activities and legal structures to managing shareholder changes.
- Managing your National Address with the Saudi Post (SPL), ensuring it's always up-to-date to avoid compliance issues.
- Keeping the company informed of the latest regulatory changes by providing real-time alerts and expert guidance.
Why You Can’t Afford to Miss GRO Compliance
Qiwa Blocks Halt Workforce Activity
Missing compliance can block your access to Qiwa, freezing visa issuances, work permits, and Saudization certifications—crippling your hiring and operations
Mudad Issues Freeze Payroll
Non-compliance triggers HRSD penalties and payroll suspension through Mudad, leaving employees unpaid and your operations exposed
Missed Deadlines = Costly Fines
Delays or outdated records across portals like Muqeem and GOSI result in steep financial penalties and restricted access to critical services
Outsource Vs. In-house GRO Services in Saudi Arabia
Operational Efficiency: Outsourcing government relations (GRO) services in Saudi Arabia can streamline administrative tasks and accelerate key processes, so you can put all your attention on growing your operations.
Reduced Risk: A professional GRO partner helps minimize the risk of errors that could lead to non-compliance issues and operational interruptions.
Cost Savings: Outsourcing your PRO and GRO needs can reduce up to 50% in operational costs.
Specialized Knowledge: A GRO services provider offers invaluable guidance and specialized expertise that internal teams may lack, helping international companies accelerate your business setup processes and growth potential.
Tailored Offerings: Providers can deliver flexible and customized solutions with pricing structures that suit a company's growth objectives and financial requirements.
Adherence to Regulations: Outsourced GRO services ensure the timely management of all necessary documentation, establishing a solid basis for the company to meet its regulatory compliance needs.
With regular compliance checks and ongoing support from AstroLabs, we’ve been able to focus on scaling our business. They also helped set up access to government portals and have been crucial in maintaining ongoing regulatory compliance.
Lukasz Kowalski
Founder
AstroLabs was Wa'ed's suggestion as the go-to-market entry partner in KSA. The team at AstroLabs had in-depth knowledge about the Kingdom's procedures and the newly issued laws and enabled a very efficient and effective expansion for us.
Lukasz Kowalski
Founder
We were attracted by the team’s turnkey solution and how helpful they were. The team has been nothing short of wonderful. Not only were they exceptionally professional, responsive and thorough, but they consistently went above and beyond to help us, particularly during COVID. I am so impressed.
Lukasz Kowalski
Founder
AstroLabs is proactive and highly responsive, they drive tasks and take ownership over the process. As a Saudi market entry partner, they facilitated and supported our company towards achieving our goals of establishing our entity in KSA and beyond.
Lukasz Kowalski
Founder
We had a unique experience with AstroLabs, we engaged with them a long time ago because Saudi has always been our target market, Faloos was built for the Saudi market and we wanted local support. We understood the value of having people on the ground, and knew the people that would help move us forward with our process.
Lukasz Kowalski
Founder
AstroLabs are the perfect partners to launch your business in Saudi. They set-up our company and got us the needed residency for our team. They understood our priorities and made sure that the job was done on time. We highly recommend them.
Lukasz Kowalski
Founder
I want to praise the excellent work AstroLabs did in issuing my Iqama and finalizing the rest of the company setup in the Kingdom. I know how tedious the process is but with the AstroLabs know-how, patience, agility, and connections within the ecosystem.
Lukasz Kowalski
Founder
Streamline your regulatory compliance now
Insights & Resources
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Webinars
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Requirements to Operate Your Business in Saudi Arabia
Join us for an insightful session to explore the essential post-setup steps. Our experts will provide you with the insights and tools needed to navigate compliance and manage government portals effectively, ensuring your business thrives in the Saudi market.