Your gateway to business in Saudi Arabia.
We handle the regulations, paperwork, and compliance of entering the Kingdom—from MISA licensing and RHQ formation to bank accounts, premium residency, GM visa, and worker visas—so you can focus entirely on growing your business.
We know Saudi Arabia inside out. So you don't have to.
Corporate Consultant (CC) is a Riyadh-based consultancy with over ten years of hands-on experience helping companies establish and grow in Saudi Arabia.
We work with foreign and local organisations to simplify the complexity of doing business in the Kingdom — from company formation and licensing to workforce management and HR operations.
Vision
To be the most trusted business partner for companies operating in Saudi Arabia — making the Kingdom accessible, navigable, and profitable for every client we serve.
Mission
To make doing business in Saudi Arabia simple. We handle the regulations, paperwork, and compliance — so our clients can focus entirely on growing their business.
Principles that shape every engagement.
Five ways we help you.
Everything we do falls under five core service areas — each designed to take the burden off your team and put it on ours.
Business Setup & Company Formation
We set up your legal entity in Saudi Arabia from start to finish, whether you're entering the market for the first time or formalising your structure.
- Entity structure advisory (branch, representative office, RHQ, or other)
- Licensing & government approvals — MISA, Commercial Registry, Chamber of Commerce
- Documentation & corporate bank account setup
- Office & premises registration
- Ongoing compliance, renewals & amendments
Manpower Outsourcing & Contract Staffing
We provide skilled manpower under our own sponsorship — workforce flexibility without the complexity of direct sponsorship or Saudization impact.
- Worker sourcing, screening & placement
- Visa, iqama & immigration management
- Payroll fully compliant with labour law & WPS
- Your Nitaqat ratios stay clean
- Scale up or down based on project needs
HR Advisory & BPO Services
Your HR department, without the overhead. We handle the day-to-day so your team can focus on what matters.
- WPS-compliant payroll processing
- HR records & audit-ready documentation
- Saudi Labor Law-aligned policy & compliance
- Employee lifecycle management
- HR analytics & reporting dashboards
RHQ & Residency Services
For companies establishing a regional presence and executives relocating to the Kingdom — from headquarters formation to premium residency and executive visas.
- Regional Headquarters (RHQ) formation
- Premium Residency application & approval
- GM (General Manager) visa processing
- Worker visas & immigration support
- End-to-end government liaison
Governance & Structuring
For established companies that need clear internal governance and ownership frameworks, backed by ongoing regulatory compliance.
- Corporate governance frameworks (bylaws & incorporation contracts)
- Shareholding & ownership structuring
- Board formation & governance advisory
- Ongoing regulatory compliance monitoring
- Policy documentation & corporate record-keeping
Your success in Saudi Arabia begins with the right partner.
We Know Saudi Arabia
10+ years of hands-on experience means we know the systems, the people, and the shortcuts that actually work.
One Partner, Everything Covered
From company setup to staffing to HR — we handle the full journey under one roof.
We Reduce Your Risk
Regulatory mistakes in Saudi Arabia are costly. Our compliance-first approach keeps you protected at every step.
We Move Fast
We know time is money. Our processes are streamlined to get you operational as quickly as possible.
We Stay With You
We don't disappear after setup. We're your long-term partner — available when you need us.
Compliance-First Culture
Deep Saudi-market expertise paired with operational scalability, built into everything we deliver.
Trusted by companies across Saudi Arabia.
Saudi Companies
International Companies
Built for every stage of your Saudi journey.
A clear, four-step partnership.
Understand
We start by learning your business and what you need.
Plan
We build a clear action plan with timelines and deliverables.
Execute
We handle everything hands-on, keeping you updated throughout.
Support
We stay on as your ongoing compliance and operations partner.
The person behind CCE.
Ali Suliman Alqashami
With more than 10 years of experience working closely with government entities — including the Ministry of Commerce (MC), the Ministry of Investment (MISA), the Ministry of Labor (MOL), the General Organization for Social Insurance (GOSI), and the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA).
Credentials backing every engagement.
Labor Consultancy License
Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development (Qiwa) License ID: 210879-18048713Freelancing Practitioner Certificate — Management Consulting
Ministry of Human Resources and Social Development Document ID: FL-394565990International Certified Corporate Governance Officer (ICCGO)
International Governance & Compliance Association (IGCA) Certificate No: 02e2-1b4b-062e-34eaCertified GRC Professional (GRCP)
OCEG & GRC Certify Certificate No: GRCP-105871055Certified KPI Professional Training Course
The KPI Institute Completed June 2025Commercial Registration (CR)
Ministry of Commerce, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia CR No: 7041906699Common questions about setting up in Saudi Arabia.
Can a foreigner open a company in Saudi Arabia?
Yes. Foreign investors can own 100% of a company in most sectors through a MISA (Ministry of Investment) license, without needing a local Saudi partner. CCE handles the full MISA licensing and company registration process on your behalf.
What is a MISA license and do I need one?
A MISA license is the investment license issued by Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Investment, required for any foreign-owned company to legally operate in the Kingdom. It's the first step before commercial registration, and CCE manages the entire application and approval process.
How long does it take to register a company in Saudi Arabia?
Timelines vary by entity type and sector, but with the right documentation in place, MISA licensing and commercial registration can often be completed within a few weeks. CCE streamlines this by managing all government submissions directly.
Do I need a local sponsor to hire staff in Saudi Arabia?
Not necessarily. Through CCE's manpower outsourcing service, you can hire staff under our sponsorship instead of your own — giving you workforce flexibility without direct sponsorship obligations or Saudization (Nitaqat) impact on your own entity.
What is Nitaqat (Saudization) and how does it affect my business?
Nitaqat is Saudi Arabia's workforce nationalization program, which sets required ratios of Saudi to non-Saudi employees per company. Non-compliance can restrict visa issuance and government services. CCE helps you stay compliant, including through our manpower outsourcing model that keeps your own Nitaqat ratios clean.
What ongoing compliance is required after setting up a company?
Companies in Saudi Arabia must maintain commercial registration renewals, GOSI registration, WPS-compliant payroll, and various municipal and labor filings. CCE's HR Advisory & BPO service manages these ongoing requirements so you remain in good standing.
Let's build your Saudi presence together.
Whether you're just exploring the market or ready to get started, we'd love to hear from you. Let us handle the complexity while you focus on growth.