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Tech Saudi Advocates

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia|Est. 2022

Vision 2030 tech transformation

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Paresh Deshmukh

Paresh Deshmukh

Group Lead, Tech Saudi Advocates & Tech Emirates Advocates

Paresh Deshmukh is a leader with a proven track record in driving organisational growth, fostering innovation and delivering results across diverse industries. He started Baseel Group in 2012, focusing on cybersecurity and data protection services. Baseel Group now offers a comprehensive portfolio of IT services and products, helping customers across more than 100 countries.

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Sulafah Jabarti

Sulafah Jabarti

Group Lead, Tech Saudi Advocates

CEO and Co-Founder at ClearVision and a board member of the ICC. Focused on human development, motivation and leadership, she is also founder of Complete Programs, working across investment, leadership and change.

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Zainab Alamin

Zainab Alamin

Group Lead, Tech Saudi Advocates

A lifelong learner interested in technology, sustainability, health, startups and making a difference.

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Launch Pad

Launching in Saudi Arabia

A launch guide from Tech Saudi Advocates for starting a business in Saudi Arabia. It covers market research, MISA registration and the Foreign Investment Law, funding routes, tax and zakat, and visas, then moves on to business setup, choosing between Riyadh, Jeddah and NEOM, hiring, cultural expectations and the government incentive programmes tied to Vision 2030.

Key sectors
TechnologyTourismRenewable EnergyHealthcare
Download the full guide(3-page PDF)
  1. 01
    Market research and planning

    Saudi Arabia's economy is rapidly diversifying, offering significant opportunities across sectors like technology, tourism, renewable energy and healthcare. Before you start, research your target market thoroughly and identify the niche that aligns with your business goals. Invest Saudi is the official platform for investment opportunities and incentives.

    investsaudi.sa
  2. 02
    Legal compliance

    You will need to register your company with the Ministry of Investment (MISA) and comply with labor laws and regulations. Submit documents, register your business entity and obtain the necessary licenses through MISA. Businesses owned by non-Saudi nationals must adhere to the Foreign Investment Law.

  3. 03
    Funding options

    Saudi Arabia offers government-backed funding such as the Saudi Industrial Development Fund (SIDF), private venture capital firms, and angel investment networks like the Wa'ed Startup Ecosystem by Saudi Aramco.

    waed.net
  4. 04
    Taxation

    Familiarize yourself with Saudi Arabia's tax regulations, including corporate income tax, value-added tax (VAT), and zakat (a religious wealth tax applied to Saudi-owned businesses). Consulting a local tax advisor is highly recommended.

    zatca.gov.sa
  5. 05
    Visas and residency

    Investors and their employees can obtain work visas through initiatives like the Premium Residency Program, also known as the Saudi Green Card.

    saprc.gov.sa