Saudi Arabia: Inward/ Foreign Investment

Saudi Arabia's accession to the Madrid Protocol marks a transformative shift in international trademark protection, enabling businesses to secure rights across multiple jurisdictions through a single streamlined application. This development positions the Kingdom as a key player in global intellectual property protection while offering Saudi companies unprecedented access to over 130 countries for brand expansion.

The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has introduced a comprehensive new framework governing foreign ownership of real estate through Royal Decree No. M/14, marking a significant shift in the regulatory landscape for international investors. This framework establishes detailed conditions, geographical zones, and registration requirements for non-Saudi individuals and entities seeking to acquire property rights in the Kingdom. The new regulations form part of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 initiative to enhance foreign in

Establishing a business in Saudi Arabia presents significant investment opportunities, but success requires comprehensive understanding of licensing procedures and regulatory requirements.

The Capital Market Authority of Saudi Arabia (CMA) has announced a new reform, opening the Saudi equity market to all categories of foreign investors.

With the rapid growth of the Saudi business sector, selecting the right legal partner is crucial to a business's success. With the expansion of foreign investment and regulatory reforms driven...

In August 2024, the Saudi legislator issued the Saudi Investment Law, which includes language that may introduce a more comprehensive FDI review in Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Arabia's oil sector remains a cornerstone of its economy and a central element of the Kingdom's global economic strategy.

On 8 July 2025, the Saudi Cabinet approved a new real estate law (the "New Law") that will significantly expand the ability of foreign individuals and entities to own property in the Kingdom.

Establishing a contracting company in Saudi Arabia is of immense economic and legal potential for international investors. However, entry into the industry goes through complex regulations...