SAUDI ARABIA BUSINESS SETUP EXPERTS

Regional Headquarters (RHQ) Setup in Saudi Arabia

Vision 2030 requires major multinationals to relocate MENA HQ to Riyadh. We make RHQ setup seamless, fast, and fully compliant.

Overview

Saudi Arabia's RHQ program mandates that major multinationals operating in the Kingdom establish their regional headquarters in Riyadh. Companies with RHQ status gain priority government contract access, exclusive incentives, and a 30-year tax holiday on the RHQ entity. Noble Core KSA specializes in RHQ setup, having assisted dozens of global companies through this complex but rewarding process.

Key Benefits

30-Year Tax Holiday

RHQ entities enjoy a 30-year exemption from corporate income tax — one of the most generous incentives globally.

Government Contract Priority

Only companies with Saudi RHQ status can bid for federal government contracts in many sectors.

Premium Visa Benefits

Expedited visa processing and premium Iqama status for senior RHQ executives.

MISA Premium Service

RHQ applicants receive dedicated MISA relationship managers and faster processing.

Riyadh Location

RHQ must be based in Riyadh — the fastest growing hub in the Middle East.

Cross-Border Operations

Manage your entire MENA region from Riyadh.

How It Works

1

Eligibility Assessment

Confirm your company meets RHQ criteria: revenue, employee count, MENA scope.

2

RHQ License Application

Submit RHQ application to MISA with comprehensive business plan for Saudi operations.

3

LLC Formation

Establish the Saudi legal entity (LLC) to house the RHQ.

4

Activation

Hire minimum required Saudi staff, establish Riyadh office, complete all authority registrations.

Frequently Asked Questions

The RHQ mandate targets major multinationals with significant Saudi operations and MENA scope. Companies meeting revenue and employee thresholds must relocate regional HQ to Riyadh.
RHQ entities are exempt from Saudi corporate income tax (20%) for 30 years from RHQ license date. Enormous savings for large corporations.
4-8 weeks, longer than standard LLC due to MISA’s detailed review of your MENA operations business plan. Our experience significantly accelerates this.

Establish Your Saudi Regional HQ with Expert Guidance.