Residency By Investment

Residency by Investment in Saudi Arabia

The Premium Residency Route Secured Through Capital

Investment Options in Saudi Arabia

Saudi Arabia offers two key residency tracks under the Premium Residency Program (PRP), introduced under Royal Decree No. M/106:

  • Unlimited Premium Residency: Lifetime residency with no expiry. It requires a one-time fee of SAR 800,000 (~USD 213,000).
  • Limited Premium Residency: 1-year residency, renewable annually. It requires an annual fee of SAR 100,000 (~USD 27,000).

For business investors, an alternative track exists:

  • Investor Residency (Iqama)

Set up a legal entity with minimum SAR 1 million capital, and apply through the Ministry of Investment (MISA). It includes the foreign investor license and multi-year renewable residency for the owner and dependents.

Note: Real estate investment is not yet a direct path to residency unless tied to business ownership.

Residency Benefits

  • No local sponsor (kafeel) required
  • Access to own real estate in approved zones
  • Apply for family reunification (spouse, children, parents)
  • Fast-track entry and re-entry into Saudi Arabia
  • Access to financial services, business banking, and leasing rights
  • Direct access to government e-portals and services
  • Work rights under personal commercial license

Minimum Investment

Without Capital Investment (Fixed Fee Model)

One-time fee of 800,000 SAR (approx. $213,000 USD)

With Business Investment (Company + Residency Track)

Typically 1 million SAR or higher, depending on business scope

Case Timeline

Most complete cases close in 8 to 12 weeks.

The Process:

Step-by-Step Breakdown

1. Eligibility Review

We begin with a hard screening of your net worth, capital source, business plan, and past immigration history. Weak cases stop here. If your file qualifies, we build your submission strategy around the strongest available category.

2. Company Formation or Residency Application via PRP Authority

Depending on your entry route, we either register your company or file directly with the Premium Residency Authority. Magyar sets up your structure, prepares your file, and manages all local filings through licensed Saudi partners.

3. Due Diligence Clearance + Medical Exam

Your file moves into security screening. This includes financial background, global criminal record checks, and a compulsory health exam. We handle the document formatting, translations, and embassy coordination.

4. Approval from Ministry of Interior or MISA

Once cleared, final approval comes from either the Ministry of Interior (for residency-focused cases) or MISA (for investment and business-led applications). Magyar keeps you fully informed during this stage.

5. Issuance of Premium Residency Card (Special Iqama)

Upon final approval, the government issues your Premium Residency, valid for life or renewable as chosen. You gain full legal standing to live, own property, start businesses, and sponsor family inside Saudi Arabia.

6. Civil ID and MOI Portal Access

You receive your Civil ID and online portal credentials to manage residency, renewals, and linked services. Magyar handles the final setup and uploads your file to the national system.

Case Example: Securing Full Residency for a South African Logistics Firm Owner in 9 Weeks

A South African logistics firm owner applied for investor residency in Saudi through Magyar. We handled MISA licensing, opened a commercial office in Dammam, and submitted the PR application. You know what, full approval was granted in 9 weeks. Residency was granted to him, wife, and three children without needing a Saudi sponsor or joint partner. Yours should be next.

Why Investors Trust Magyar Inside Saudi Arabia

On-Ground Legal Presence

We operate with Saudi legal partners authorized to file directly with MISA, GOSI, ZATCA, and the Saudi Premium Residency Center.

Clarity from Day One

We build your case on published rules and file to the same offices that issue approvals, not outside agents.

End-to-End Investment Structuring

We handle your foreign investor license, business registration, bank clearance, and immigration processing without outsourcing.

Personal Case Management

You get direct lines to our Riyadh office, priority embassy channels, and full assistance with document translation, notarization, and biometric appointments.

Zero Delays and Rejections

We’ve never had a residency file returned. Every application is screened, stress-tested, and pre-approved internally before submission.

Frequently Asked Questions

Currently, only business ownership or Premium Residency qualifies. Real estate is under review as a future track.

Saudi Arabia does not use the Golden Visa branding. The Premium Residency program offers similar benefits, legally grounded in Royal Decree.

Non-Saudis pay tax on business income but not on foreign income or personal wealth. ZATCA requirements apply per case.

Yes. All documents can be submitted via Saudi embassies and authorized service centers with our legal supervision.

The SAR 800,000 track is lifetime. The SAR 100,000 track renews annually. Investor residency is linked to business activity and license validity.

Ready for Long-Term Residency in the Kingdom?

This is where policy meets execution. We speak to the officials who stamp the files. If you're ready to invest, we're ready to deliver.

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