Summary Registering a holding company in Saudi Arabia means securing MISA investment registration, choosing between an LLC or Joint Stock Company structure, and depositing paid-up capital, commonly around SAR 500,000 for standard activities, though this varies by sector and has been eased under recent investment reforms. Corporate tax runs 20%…
Summary Starting a construction company in Dubai requires a trade license from the Dubai Department of Economy and Tourism, a contractor classification from Dubai Municipality, and approvals from authorities like Dubai Civil Defence. This guide covers license types, documents, step-by-step process, cost, mainland versus free zone options, timelines, and renewal…
Summary A tour guide license in Dubai requires completing the official DET training program, passing written and practical exams, and holding valid UAE residency, with applicants needing to be at least 18 years old. The license is valid for one year and must be renewed annually alongside continued compliance with…
Summary An audit license in Oman requires MOCIIP business registration, OAAA membership, and CMA approval for listed company audits, with realistic setup costing OMR 500 to 1,500 for individual auditors and considerably more for firms. The full process, from qualification verification through license issuance, typically takes 6 to 10 weeks.…
Summary Opening a corporate bank account in Dubai takes longer and requires more documentation than most guides admit, realistically 10 days to 8 weeks depending on your bank, structure, and activity, not the “1 to 2 weeks” often quoted. This guide covers real minimum balance requirements by bank, honest timelines,…
Summary Starting a beauty salon in Saudi Arabia means securing a Commercial Registration, a municipal beauty-centre license, and Civil Defence approval, plus a MISA investment registration if you’re a foreign investor. Full foreign ownership is now permitted in most personal-care activities, a real shift from the joint-venture requirements older guides…
