Service Business License in Saudi Arabia
Launch and scale your business in Saudi Arabia with 100% foreign ownership. Learn how AstroLabs helps international companies secure a MISA Service License and navigate the setup process across sectors like tech, education, healthcare, and more.
Information Essentials: Obtaining a Service License in KSA
What Type of Company Should Consider This License in Saudi Arabia?
Here are examples of the companies that can provide services under this license in Saudi Arabia.
IT firms and Software Developers
Companies delivering digital solutions, software development, SaaS platforms, enterprise IT services and more, can operate under the Service License to support Saudi Arabia’s fast-evolving tech ecosystem.
Marketing, Digital, and Media Agencies
Agencies offering branding, advertising, digital marketing, social media, creative production, and more, can legally establish operations and serve both public and private sector clients.
Restaurants, Catering Services, and F&B Businesses
International food and beverage businesses, including dine-in concepts, QSRs, and catering services, can set up and scale in Saudi Arabia’s booming hospitality sector.
Logistics, Training, and Educational Service Providers
Companies in freight forwarding, supply chain management, corporate training, and education consulting can expand operations to meet demand across industrial and talent development sectors.
Healthcare Practitioners and Wellness Providers
Foreign healthcare brands, clinics, wellness centers, and health tech providers can offer specialized services aligned with the Kingdom’s healthcare transformation goals.
Construction, Exhibition, and Event Management Companies
Businesses involved in infrastructure development, project management, and live event production can secure the Service License to contribute to Saudi Arabia’s large-scale development and entertainment agenda.
Service Licensing Process in KSA: The 3-Stage Market Entry Roadmap
Step 1: Legal Entity Establishment (Projected timeline: 1 month)
Step 2: Authorization and Hiring (Projected Timeline: 2 months)
Step 3: Residency and Banking (Projected timeline: 3 months)
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 | | | | |
| Corporare 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 | | | | |