IMBS helps foreign investors and entrepreneurs obtain commercial trading licenses in Saudi Arabia, including MISA approvals, company registration, and government compliance requirements.
A Trading License allows businesses to legally engage in importing, exporting, distributing, wholesaling, and retailing products within Saudi Arabia.
Foreign investors can obtain a trading license through the Ministry of Investment (MISA) and the Ministry of Commerce, subject to regulatory requirements and approved business activities.
The license enables companies to conduct commercial operations throughout the Kingdom while benefiting from Saudi Arabia’s strategic location and Vision 2030 investment opportunities.
Trading licenses are suitable for:
Our specialists evaluate your business objectives, activities, and ownership structure.
We identify the most appropriate legal structure and commercial activities.
Shareholder information and required documents are collected.
Corporate and shareholder documents are reviewed and validated.
Required investment approvals are processed.
Legal company formation documentation is prepared and completed.
The company is officially registered and issued its Commercial Registration.
Registration with the Chamber of Commerce is completed.
Tax registration and VAT-related procedures are completed.
Banking support is provided for company operations.
Qiwa, Muqeem, SPL and Government Portal activation.
Your company becomes fully operational and ready for commercial activities.
Many investors believe company formation ends after obtaining a Trading License. In reality, several compliance requirements follow.
Businesses may need:
IMBS provides complete post-formation support through dedicated PRO and GRO services.
Many commercial activities allow full foreign ownership subject to applicable regulations and approvals.
Most company formation projects are completed within approximately 4–8 weeks.
Requirements vary depending on activity and applicable regulations.
Required documents generally include shareholder identification, company documents, ownership information, and business activity details.
Yes. IMBS provides complete support from consultation through operational launch and ongoing compliance.
Yes. We provide PRO services, renewals, compliance management, government relations support, and employee services.
Commercial Registration is the official company registration that permits legal business operations within Saudi Arabia.
Yes. IMBS provides support across all three major business hubs through its local offices.
IMBS delivers end-to-end business setup in Saudi Arabia, specializing in company formation, PRO services, and local licensing