Corporate
Establish & Grow Your Corporate Footprint in the Gulf
Whether you're opening a new entity, hiring local teams, or managing complex compliance across borders — AstroLabs is your end-to-end partner for regional expansion in KSA and UAE
Accelerate Market Entry with Strategic Alignment
We ensure your setup aligns with local frameworks so you can compete, win, and scale confidently in Saudi
200+
Global Corporates Supported
100%
Approval Rate
12+
Years in Market
Solutions Built Around Your Industry
We’ve helped corporates expand across every major industry vertical
Corporate Services Highlight
From Entry to Execution — Without the Bottlenecks
At AstroLabs, we help corporate teams navigate regional landscapes, unlock market potential, and execute with confidence. We’ve supported everything from full greenfield market entries to internal restructures, relocations, and strategic joint ventures
Market Intelligence
Tap into our localized knowledge and network to identify optimal routes and avoid regulatory roadblocks
Tailored Structuring
Choose the right entity structure, licensing pathway, and sponsor model based on your business model
Operational Agility
Hit the ground running with office space, recruitment, and compliance handled from day one
Ongoing Support
Stay focused on growth while we handle renewals, workforce updates, and evolving requirements
Entity Setup & Localization
AstroLabs helps large organizations navigate company formation and localization across KSA & UAE – ensuring speed, compliance, and long-term strategic fit
Strategic Entity Formation Across KSA & UAE
We incorporate your business with the right legal structure based on ownership preferences, regulatory pathways, and sector-specific goals
Built with Legal Precision
Sponsor & Partner Structuring (Where Needed)
For models requiring local partnerships, we help you identify the most aligned sponsors—balancing control, cost, and compliance
Only When Applicable
Government Approvals & Licensing
Leverage our network of ministry liaisons and licensed agents to accelerate approvals and maintain full compliance
Compliance, Fast-Tracked
Office Location & Licensing Alignment
From temporary flex offices to permanent HQs, we source and secure real estate aligned with regulatory licensing and operational readiness
Tailored to Enterprise Needs
Customer story
Sword Group expanded into Saudi to lead cloud migration and digital transformation projects, including at NEOM
AstroLabs has helped more than 1,800 companies establish legal entities and unlock market access across the Gulf
Regulatory Compliance & Licensing
AstroLabs ensures your enterprise remains fully compliant across jurisdictions, helping you reduce risk, maintain governance, and meet regulatory demands as you scale
End-to-End Compliance Management
We monitor evolving legal and operational requirements to ensure you stay compliant with local laws, filings, and reporting obligations
Continuous Compliance Oversight
Specialized Regulatory Navigation
Receive tailored support for complex sectors like healthcare, fintech, education, and government-linked entities
Sector-Specific Clarity
Financial Disclosure & Audit Alignment
Get support with tax registration, ESR, UBO filings, and audit readiness—ensuring structured alignment with fiscal obligations
Tax & Governance Control
Cross-Border Risk Mitigation
Manage exposure, data flows, and regulatory differences when operating across multiple jurisdictions or regional hubs
Multi-Market Governance
Licensing Lifecycle Tracking
Avoid penalties with automated reminders and full management of license renewals, regulatory submissions, and portal deadlines
No Missed Deadlines
Workforce Enablement & HR Operations
AstroLabs helps enterprise clients efficiently mobilize and manage workforce operations in Saudi Arabia and the UAE – ensuring compliance, scalability, and speed
GRO & PRO Services for Visa and Residency
Full-service support for employee mobilization—from visa processing and renewals to residency paperwork and ministry coordination
Seamless Mobilization
Compliant Employment Contracts & Payroll Outsourcing
Draft contracts that align with local labor law and outsource payroll functions to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant compensation
Legally Sound, Locally Managed
Saudization Compliance
Navigate nationalization mandates with strategies that meet legal quotas while maintaining flexibility in your hiring roadmap
Smart Nationalization Planning
Localized Talent Sourcing & Onboarding
Access pre-vetted talent and onboard efficiently using strategies tailored to local expectations and employer branding
Faster, Smarter Hiring
Not sure where to begin?
Let’s co-design your regional expansion strategy
Client Success Stories
AstroLabs and SAB partnered to launch a streamlined market-entry solution for international firms – integrating company setup, ecosystem access, and banking infrastructure.
AstroLabs launched a digital banking apprenticeship within BSF, embedding tech-trained juniors into the bank. The program featured 10 participants and resulted in multiple hires.
Structured innovation program that engaged MAF’s business units with 14 selected startups out of 196 applications – driving digital transformation and internal innovation pipelines.
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.
Michael de Lagarde
CEO
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.
Michael de Lagarde
CEO
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.
Michael de Lagarde
CEO
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.
Michael de Lagarde
CEO
AstroLabs provided invaluable support in our strategic entry into Saudi, which is one of the largest markets in MENA. PRO work can look complicated, but with the help of their on-ground specialists, AstroLabs made our whole expansion journey quick and efficient. They simplified the process remarkably.
Michael de Lagarde
CEO
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.
Michael de Lagarde
CEO
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.
Michael de Lagarde
CEO
Insights & Resources
Stay updated with the latest market trends and business insights
Reports
February 24, 2025
First Business Success Index Reveals Factors for Thriving in Saudi Arabia
The updated 2025 report draws on 1,200+ international companies to introduce the first Saudi Success Index, identifying localization, compliance, and market integration as top success drivers, while urgency to enter increased by 33% YoY.
Reports
February 7, 2024
Business Expansion Activity Across Saudi Arabia Sees 4X Increase Since 2018
The 2023 Saudi Market Entry Report analyzed responses from 660 high-growth firms, revealing a fourfold acceleration in market entry timelines (from 8–12 months down to ~2 months), and that 91% of entrants hire local talent within 4 months.
Reports
November 25, 2024
Saudi Construction Sector Guidebook: 30+ Regulations, Licenses & Key Stakeholders Mapped
AstroLabs releases the first comprehensive guide to Saudi Arabia’s construction sector, outlining over 30 regulatory requirements, licensing steps, and key public and private stakeholders. Designed for local and international players, this guide simplifies entry into one of the Kingdom’s fastest-growing industries and aligns with Vision 2030 development priorities.
News & Media
June 16, 2025
UK’s NayaOne Enters Saudi Market with AstroLabs
Announcement of the first fully Saudi‑hosted NayaOne platform, accelerating fintech sandbox deployments in weeks and reinforcing UK–Saudi digital collaboration.
News & Media
June 26, 2025
Italy’s PRONUR Enters Saudi Arabia with AstroLabs
PRONUR, a renewable energy engineering firm, enters KSA with AstroLabs support—aligning with Vision 2030’s energy diversification and sustainability targets.
News & Media
May 26, 2025
AstroLabs and SAB Accelerate Expansion Opportunities in Saudi
AstroLabs partners with Saudi Awwal Bank to offer integrated market entry support—including licensing, financing, and compliance—aimed at fast-growing international companies.
Guides
December 9, 2024
Company Formation in Saudi Arabia in 2025: A Full Guide
This comprehensive, step-by-step guide covers entity selection, licensing options, document requirements, and setup workflows for companies entering the Saudi market in 2025.
Guides
December 15, 2024
How to Get a Foreign Investment (MISA) License in Saudi Arabia
A clear walkthrough of obtaining foreign investment licenses—covering license types, entity structures, required documentation, and application processes.
Guides
November 29, 2024
Vision 2030 Goal Surpassed: 540+ Firms Gain RHQ License in Saudi
Over 540 global businesses have set up their Regional Headquarters in Saudi—surpassing the 2030 target early—highlighting the RHQ incentives such as 0% withholding tax and Saudization exemptions.
Webinars
July 9, 2025
Expanding to Saudi Arabia: Licenses, Launch Strategies & Cost Breakdown
Join us for an insightful session as we explore what it takes to launch and expand your business in Saudi Arabia.
We’ll cover licenses, legal requirements, key regulations, and setup costs - giving you a practical roadmap to navigate the Saudi landscape.