Foreign Company Setup – Canada & USA

Support for Canadian and American companies looking to establish and expand their business operations in Saudi Arabia through the required investment registration, Commercial Registration, and applicable business licensing procedures.

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Expand Your Canadian or American Business into Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia offers growing opportunities for international companies looking to enter the Kingdom and expand their operations. Canadian and American companies can explore eligible investment opportunities across a wide range of service, commercial, and industrial activities.

Under Saudi Arabia’s updated Investment Law, foreign investors must complete Investment Registration with the Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia (MISA) before carrying out investment activities in the Kingdom. After receiving confirmation of registration, the investor can proceed with the Commercial Registration and other required licenses and approvals.

For a foreign company, the process may require documents such as a copy of the foreign company’s Commercial Registration and financial statements for the latest fiscal year, with applicable documents authenticated through the Saudi Embassy. Requirements can vary according to the selected business activity.

For Canadian Companies

Canadian companies planning to establish a presence in Saudi Arabia can receive guidance on:

• Investment Registration
• Foreign company establishment
• Commercial Registration
• Business activity requirements
• Required documentation
• Applicable licenses and approvals

For US Companies

American companies looking to enter the Saudi market can also receive support throughout the business establishment process, from understanding the investment requirements to completing the relevant registration and licensing procedures.

Why Choose Tashilat?

Tashilat Group helps international investors understand and navigate the Saudi business setup process. Our support is designed to make the investment registration and Commercial Registration journey clearer and more straightforward for foreign companies.

Whether your company is based in Canada, the United States, or another international market, our team can help you understand the requirements for establishing your business in Saudi Arabia.

Start Your Saudi Business Journey

Planning to expand your Canadian or American company into Saudi Arabia? Contact Tashilat Group to discuss your business activity and investment requirements.

Note: I would use “Investment Registration” rather than “MISA License” in the current website copy, because Saudi Arabia's updated Investment Law uses the registration system for foreign investors.