Ministry of Commerce (MoC) Portal
Manage your Commercial Registration (CR), reserve a business name, and attest your Articles of Association (AoA) through the Ministry of Commerce (MoC) portal.
Understanding the MoC Portal in Saudi Arabia
The Ministry of Commerce (MoC) Portal allows companies to handle essential activities such as name reservation and Articles of Association (AoA) attestation, as well as updating commercial registration data. These services form a vital part of a successful business setup process in Saudi Arabia.
Registration Steps
1. Business Name Reservation
Log in to the MoC Portal, upload the required documents (PoA, parent company trade license, translations if needed, and applicant ID), and submit for approval — usually processed within 2 business days.
2. Articles of Association (AoA) Attestation
Complete the initial attestation process through the Saudi Business Center (SBC) Portal, then visit the Saudi Business Center (SBC) in person with the original PoA and application number to finalize the procedure.
Proactive Registration & Renewal Best Practices
Seamless access to MoC Portal services for name reservations, document uploads, and attestation processes.
Uninterrupted access to banking, visa, AoA amendment, and trade services helps prevent CR cancellations.
Compliance with regulatory requirements for document accuracy, translation, and application completeness.
What Happens If You Don’t Renew Your CR on Time
Failure to renew your CR on time may result in service interruptions, including:
Restricted banking operations until your CR is updated.
Delays in visa-related services (via the Ministry of Human Resources & Social Development or relevant authorities).
Inability to amend your CR or AoA until compliance is restored.
AstroLabs Advantage
| Offering | AstroLabs | Corporate Services Companies offering PRO & GRO | Law Firms | In-House |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40+ on-ground local team of experts |  |  | | |
| Government portal management and compliance support | | | | |
| Full management of your company licenses and certificates | | | | |
| Management of registered employees across the employee journey, from hiring to ongoing management | | | | |
| Full suite of support: PRO, GRO, HRs support and access to a pool of Saudi talent | | | | |
| National Address Registration with varied coworking and private office locations | | | | |
| Seamlessly manage GRO services online using a digital platform | | | | |
| Corporate bank account opening | | | | |
| Access to a community of 700+ high-growth businesses in Saudi Arabia | | | | |
| Extended media and exposure support through press releases, social media coverage and articles | | | | |
| Opportunity-matchmaking with potential partners in governmental entities and corporates | | | | |
| Access to global and regional events such as BIBAN, LEAP, Seamless, etc | | | | |