FARIS ALI AL-AMRI · RIYADH
Foreign Investor Legal Services
Legal support for foreign investors establishing and developing their businesses in Saudi Arabia, from assessing regulatory requirements and coordinating investment registration and incorporation to drafting contracts, structuring partnerships and ongoing legal support, within an agreed scope and the authority granted.
For foreign investors and companies planning to establish or expand their businesses in Saudi Arabia.
Is this service right for you?
- You are planning to enter the Saudi market and need to understand the legal requirements and available business structures.
- You need assistance with investment registration, company incorporation or opening a branch under a power of attorney.
- You are considering a partnership or acquisition and need a review of documents and obligations before deciding.
- Your business already operates in Saudi Arabia and needs ongoing legal support for contracts, decisions and obligations.
Possible scope of work
- Assessing investor eligibility, activity requirements and a suitable legal structure, including the approvals relevant to the proposed business.
- Preparing and following up on applications for investment registration, company incorporation and branch establishment within the power of attorney.
- Drafting constitutional documents and shareholder agreements, reviewing commercial contracts and defining authority.
- Conducting legal due diligence on documents, obligations and risks relevant to a proposed partnership or acquisition within the agreed scope.
- Following up on legal obligations, preparing decisions and correspondence, and representing the investor within the engagement and authorised powers.
Deliverables by agreement
- A plan of legal requirements and procedures tailored to the activity and proposed investment structure.
- A document and requirements list, with updates on applications and outstanding items.
- Draft contracts and decisions or a legal due diligence report, as agreed.
- An ongoing legal support process where a recurring engagement is agreed.
What to prepare later
- A general description of the proposed activity and whether you are considering a new company, branch, partnership or expansion.
- A general outline of the investor’s status, the company’s country of incorporation if applicable, and the current project stage.
- The assistance required and any deadline for a decision or agreement.
- Corporate documents, powers of attorney and translation or authentication requirements are identified after contact. Do not send identity documents, financial data or sensitive records in the initial enquiry.
How we begin
Understand your needs
A general outline of the matter, its stage and your objective.
Agree scope and fees
Requirements, documents, the service and its cost are explained before work starts.
Arrange the next step
A consultation, document review or agreed action suited to the matter.
Scope and fees
Fees depend on the nature of the matter, the scope of service and the review required, and are explained before work begins. Initial contact to describe your needs is not legal advice or acceptance of an engagement.
Questions about this service
Does the service include investment registration and incorporation?
The engagement can include eligibility assessment, preparation and follow-up of investment registration and incorporation applications, and completion of requirements. The procedure depends on the activity, investor status and necessary approvals. Representation is within the power of attorney.
Is a Saudi partner required?
This depends on the activity, ownership structure and applicable requirements. The proposed investment is reviewed before identifying partnership requirements and available ownership percentages.
Can we begin from outside Saudi Arabia?
Yes. The project and scope of work can be discussed remotely. Requirements for a power of attorney, authentication, translation and any necessary attendance are explained according to the procedure.
Is support available after incorporation?
An ongoing engagement can cover contracts, decisions, authority, legal obligations and correspondence according to the needs of the business.
How are timing and costs determined?
After the activity, scope and available documents are reviewed, legal fees and expected government or third-party costs are explained separately. Timing depends on complete requirements and the procedures of the relevant authorities.
YOUR NEXT STEP
Start with a general outline
Tell us the type and stage of your matter and what you would like to achieve. Your name is optional. Please do not send party names, identity details or sensitive documents in the initial contact.
The channel opens with a prepared message for you to review and send. Opening WhatsApp or email does not confirm receipt or acceptance of an engagement.
Not sure? Prepare your request step by step