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Phase 1

Market Entry &
Capital Formation

Fast-tracked commercial registration with 100% foreign ownership, RDIA partnerships for non-dilutive grants, and seed-stage capital raising to establish your strong foundation in the GCC market.

Measurable Outcomes

Our Phase 1 partnership delivers concrete results that position your company for immediate operations and long-term success in the GCC market.

100%

Ownership Retention

Maintain full ownership of your business with foreign ownership allowances

2-4 weeks

Setup Timeline

Complete commercial registration and operational readiness

$50K+

Grant Access

Average non-dilutive funding secured through RDIA partnerships

95%

Success Rate

Companies successfully established and operational within target timeline

Comprehensive Setup Services

We handle every aspect of market entry, from regulatory compliance to capital formation, ensuring you can focus on your core business while we establish your foundation.

Commercial Registration

Fast-tracked business setup with 100% foreign ownership in most sectors

2-3 weeks
Complete regulatory compliance assessment
Streamlined license applications
Entity structure optimization
Tax registration and setup

RDIA Partnerships

Access to non-dilutive grants and government incentive programs

4-6 weeks
Grant opportunity identification
Application preparation and submission
Government relationship management
Incentive optimization strategies

Seed Capital Raising

Strategic introductions to regional investors and funding sources

6-12 weeks
Investor landscape mapping
Pitch deck optimization
Due diligence preparation
Term sheet negotiation support

Legal Foundation

Comprehensive legal setup including IP protection and contracts

3-4 weeks
Corporate governance structure
Intellectual property registration
Employment law compliance
Standard contract templates

Our Proven Process

A systematic approach developed over years of successful market entries, optimized for speed and compliance in the GCC regulatory environment.

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Market Assessment

Comprehensive analysis of regulatory requirements, market opportunity, and optimal entity structure for your specific industry and business model.

02

Registration Strategy

Development of accelerated registration pathway leveraging our established relationships with regulatory bodies and government entities.

03

Capital Formation

Parallel execution of grant applications and investor introductions to optimize your initial funding mix and minimize dilution.

04

Operational Setup

Complete legal foundation establishment including banking, compliance systems, and initial team recruitment preparation.

Government Grant Programs

Access significant non-dilutive funding through our established relationships with key government entities and incentive programs.

Research & Development Incentives Authority (RDIA)

Focus:Technology innovation and R&D activities
Funding:Up to 200% of R&D costs
Sectors:All technology sectors

Saudi Industrial Development Fund (SIDF)

Focus:Industrial projects and manufacturing
Funding:Up to 75% of project costs
Sectors:Manufacturing, logistics, energy

National Industrial Development Center (NIDC)

Focus:Industrial licensing and support
Funding:Fee waivers and expedited processing
Sectors:All industrial activities

Saudi Venture Capital Company (SVC)

Focus:Startup ecosystem development
Funding:Co-investment opportunities
Sectors:Technology startups

Investment & Timeline

Phase 1 typically requires 2-4 weeks for completion with an investment range of $25K-$100K, depending on entity complexity and grant application scope.

Week 1

Market assessment, entity structure design, and initial registrations

Week 2

Commercial registration completion and banking setup

Week 3-4

Grant applications, investor introductions, and operational readiness

What's Included

Complete commercial registration and licensing
Government grant application preparation
Legal foundation and IP protection setup
Banking and financial infrastructure
Strategic investor introductions
Compliance and regulatory guidance
Phase 2 transition planning

Ready for Market Entry?

Begin your GCC expansion with our proven Phase 1 framework. Get established quickly and position for immediate operations.

After Phase 1

With your foundation established, Phase 2 focuses on localization and technology validation through R&D partnerships and pilot projects with national champions.

Learn About Phase 2