Loving Madinah
Open Your Own Company in Saudi Arabia
100% Foreign Ownership Business Setup
Whether you want to build a business in Saudi Arabia or use company ownership as a pathway to make Madinah home, we help you from start to finish.
Complete our short form. If suitable, our team will contact you, explain your options and provide a quotation.
What Are You Looking to Do?
Make Madinah Home
Want to legally live in Madinah with your family? Opening your own Saudi company can provide an eligible pathway towards residency (Iqama).
Company → Iqama → Madinah Explore the Residency PathwayBuild a Business in Saudi
Want to take advantage of business opportunities in Saudi Arabia? We help eligible foreign investors establish and own their Saudi company.
Idea → Company → Setup → Business Explore Business SetupYou Don't Need to Be in Saudi to Start
The initial company setup process can begin while you're still in your own country.
You don't need to move to Madinah first and then figure everything out. Start the process before you move.
Ready to begin from where you are?
Your Day 1 Could Be Today
Fill in the form
For your FREE call.
We explain everything
Plus provide your quotation.
First payment
We start your setup.
Company setup
Your business is established.
Company Established
This is an example target timeline, not a guaranteed timeframe. Eligibility, documentation, business activity, government approvals and processing times can affect the process.
Ready to start your Day 1?
Why Open a Business in Saudi Arabia?
Many Muslims dream of living in Madinah. The question that comes next is always the same: "How will I earn a living?" Business ownership is one of the strongest long-term pathways to make that dream sustainable.
Build your own business
Own the company outright — no local partner required for many licensed activities.
Create your own income
A business gives you a real, self-directed source of income in Saudi Arabia — not just savings running down.
Apply for residency
Business ownership can support an Iqama (residency) application, subject to approval.
Sponsor eligible family
Bring eligible dependants with you as part of your long-term relocation plan.
Ready to explore your options?
Who Is This For?
You've spent years building a career, growing a business, or setting savings aside. This isn't a "get rich quick" scheme — it's a considered pathway for people who now want to build something that belongs to them.
🕌 Moving to Madinah
- ✔ Families wanting to relocate
- ✔ People wanting an Iqama pathway
- ✔ Remote earners / business owners
- ✔ People with capital to build something
- ✔ People serious about long-term life in Saudi
🇸🇦 Doing Business in Saudi
- ✔ Entrepreneurs
- ✔ Existing business owners
- ✔ Consultants & agencies
- ✔ Startup founders
- ✔ E-commerce businesses
- ✔ Investors
If your only goal is finding employment in Saudi Arabia, this service is not for you.
If that's you, we'd like to understand your situation properly before recommending anything.
Why Saudi Arabia?
Vision 2030 is reshaping the Kingdom's economy — opening doors that simply didn't exist a decade ago.
Tourism
Hospitality
Technology
Professional Services
Curious how this applies to you?
Business Setup Options
Three routes into 100% foreign-owned business setup, depending on what you already have in place.
🏢 Existing Overseas Company
If you already own a company overseas that's been operating for around a year with roughly $100,000+ in revenue, you may be able to establish a Saudi branch.
🌍 No Existing Overseas Company
Don't yet own an overseas company? We help you establish the required structure first, then expand into Saudi Arabia.
🚀 Startup / Entrepreneurship License
Perfect for consultants, agencies, online businesses, startups and e-commerce. No overseas company required.
Exact fees depend on eligibility, business activity and requirements and are confirmed after assessment.
🇸🇦 Your Company. Your Ownership.
For many eligible activities: 100% foreign owned. No Saudi shareholder/partner required. You own and control your company.
Not sure which option fits you?
What's Included
Every business setup package covers the essentials — so you're not left figuring out the paperwork alone.
Company Formation
End-to-end setup of your Saudi entity, structured for your business activity.
Commercial Registration (CR)
Your official CR, the core legal document your company operates under.
Government Portal Setup
Registration across the required government platforms so your company is fully compliant.
National Address
A registered national address for your company, required for official correspondence.
Iqama Support
Guidance through your residency application once your company is established.
Guidance Throughout
Ongoing support from application to opening your doors in Saudi Arabia.
Ready to explore your options?
Open the Company. Get Settled. Make Madinah Home.
For clients whose goal is relocation, our support doesn't end when the company is established.
Finding an Apartment
Help finding and securing a suitable apartment for you and your family.
Schools
Finding suitable schools for children, where applicable.
Arabic & Islamic Programmes
Finding programmes for you or your family, where applicable.
English-Speaking Community
Connecting you with English-speaking communities in Madinah.
Settling In
Ongoing guidance as you settle into life in Madinah.
We're not only helping you establish a company. We're helping you build your life in Madinah.
Ready to explore your residency pathway?
Want to Build a Business in Saudi?
You don't have to be moving to Madinah to work with us. We also help entrepreneurs, existing business owners, consultants and investors who simply want to establish and grow a business in Saudi Arabia.
Potential activities, subject to licensing/eligibility. Some business activities require additional government approvals or licences.
Don't Know What Business to Open?
We can help you explore ideas based on your experience, skills, budget and goals.
Have a business idea in mind — or need help finding one?
More Than Company Formation
Depending on what you need, our support can extend beyond registration.
Tell us what you're trying to build. We'll explain where we can help.
Want to see what's possible for you?
Cost of Living in Madinah
Typical Monthly Budget
Want a full breakdown for your situation?
Estimated Yearly Company Costs
Based on a typical single-employee renewal, covering commercial registration, government platforms, work permit, medical insurance and Iqama.
Figures based on a typical annual renewal quote (CR renewal ≈1,890 SAR, government platforms ≈2,800 SAR, work permit ≈9,700 SAR, medical insurance ≈800 SAR, Iqama renewal ≈650 SAR). Family sponsorship is a separate cost of approximately 4,800 SAR/yr per dependant. Investment licence renewal fees are payable at a later stage and not included above. MISA renewal is currently suspended, and costs vary by business activity — we'll confirm your exact figures during your Free Eligibility Call.
This is separate from your personal living expenses, shown above.
Want costs specific to your business?
How Much Money Do I Need?
Example Budget — Moving to Madinah as a family
Want a budget tailored to your family?
You've Opened Your Company & Received Your Iqama… What's Next?
Opening your company is only the beginning.
Now it's time to build something that provides income for you and your family.
Through our growing network, Loving Madinah can connect you with experienced business owners who've already built successful businesses in Saudi Arabia. Instead of figuring everything out on your own, you'll have the opportunity to learn from people who understand the local market and can help you avoid common mistakes.
Simply mention your business idea in your application, and we'll discuss how we may be able to support you after your company has been established.
Want to explore your options?
Why Choose Loving Madinah?
We don't simply connect you with a business setup company. We help you understand the whole picture.
Ready to get started?
How It Works
Fill in the application form
Tell us about your goals, background and industry of interest.
Free Eligibility Call
Our team arranges a qualification call — this isn't a sales pitch, it's a genuine assessment of fit.
Meet the right specialists
Suitable applicants are introduced to our trusted business setup specialists.
Need faster advice? Book a Paid 1:1 Consultation — $100 (optional, separate from your free call)
Want to Meet Us in Madinah?
If you're seriously considering opening a business in Saudi Arabia, you may be able to visit our office in Madinah.
- Fill in the application form and, if suitable, our team may invite you after the qualification process.
- Book a Personal Consultation for faster guidance and, where appropriate, arrange a visit to our office.
Want to visit our office as soon as possible? A Paid 1:1 Consultation is a separate, optional service from your Free Call — it skips the queue since we go through a high volume of free-form applications.
Splitting the Setup Cost
Subject to company structure — confirmed during your Free Eligibility Call.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes. Many business activities allow 100% foreign ownership, subject to Saudi regulations and approvals.
Not for many business activities. Some regulated activities may have different requirements.
Yes. Once your residency is issued and requirements are met, you may be able to sponsor eligible family members.
Typically between 2–4 months depending on documents, approvals and business activity.
Many activities are available including consulting, marketing, software, e-commerce, tourism services, hospitality and more. Some regulated activities require additional licences.
Yes. In many cases business activities can be added or changed later, subject to approval.
Yes. Multiple shareholders are possible depending on the company structure.
Yes. If multiple shareholders are included, the setup costs can often be shared between the owners depending on the legal structure.
Not necessarily. The office requirement depends on the type of company and business activity. In many cases, you do not need to rent a large physical office to begin — we'll explain the most suitable option based on your business.
Yes. As your company grows, you may be able to employ both Saudi and foreign staff, subject to visa quotas and government regulations.
Hospitality and Airbnb businesses are possible, but they require the correct business activity and may require additional approvals and licences from the relevant Saudi authorities.
This depends on your visa type and business activity. Our team will advise on what's possible for your specific situation during your Free Eligibility Call.
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Whether your goal is relocating to Madinah, building a business, or investing in Saudi Arabia, we'll help you explore the right pathway.
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