E-Commerce Business Setup
Licensed, Maroof-registered, and VAT-compliant from day one.
Overview
Nova Vertex licenses and launches online retail and e-commerce ventures in Saudi Arabia, covering the MISA license, marketplace and platform registration, and the VAT compliance needed to trade legally in the Kingdom's fast-growing digital retail market.
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Whether you're looking to start a business, secure Premium Residency, invest in real estate, or expand into the Saudi market — Nova Vertex is here to guide you at every step.
Eligibility and Criteria
- Foreign individuals or companies whose activity is classified under e-commerce or related services.
- Minimum paid-up capital in line with MISA's services-license threshold, from approximately SAR 25,000 and activity-dependent.
- A defined product catalogue, sourcing or import plan, and target platform — your own website, a marketplace, or both.
How the Process Works
01
Business model review
Products, sourcing, fulfilment, and payment approach.
02
MISA license
E-commerce or services license application and issuance.
03
CR and Maroof
Commercial Registration plus registration on the Ministry of Commerce's Maroof authentication platform.
04
Tax registration
VAT and Zakat registration with ZATCA.
05
Payments and banking
Payment gateway integration and corporate bank account setup
06
Customs guidance
Import compliance for physical goods.
Documents You Will Need
- Passport copy of shareholders and a short business plan.
- Domain or platform details and the product or service catalogue.
- Power of Attorney if applying remotely.
- Supplier or sourcing agreements, where applicable.
Estimated Timeline
4–8 weeks from application to a fully licensed, Maroof-registered, VAT-compliant online business.
Key Benefits
100% foreign ownership of your Saudi e-commerce entity.
The Maroof trust badge, which increases customer confidence in the Saudi market.
Full VAT and ZATCA compliance from day one, avoiding common penalty pitfalls.
Access to one of the fastest-growing digital retail markets in the region.
Frequently asked questions
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Must every business pay 15% VAT?
Most activities yes, but exemptions and zero-rating apply to specific categories. We assess your activity code.
Can I run e-commerce while employed?
If your employment contract does not prohibit outside business, Ministry of Commerce and MISA allow company registration. Check your kafala contract first.
Do I need Mawthooq for my own marketing?
No. Mawthooq is for influencers promoting other brands. Marketing your own CR-registered business requires no influencer license.