Scientific and Technical Office in Saudi Arabia
Obtaining a Scientific and Technical Office License
Distribution Support: Required for foreign businesses to distribute products via a local agent
Research and Assistance: Conducts product and market research, supports agents and consumers
Reporting Hub: Serves as the parent company’s local reporting center
Non-Commercial Role: Limited to liaison and assistance, no direct commercial activities
Scientific and Technical Office Licensing Requirements
Foreign companies looking to operate in Saudi Arabia via local agents should consider obtaining this license. It allows them to establish an office to offer scientific and technical support to agents, distributors, and consumers, while also conducting research to better understand the local market.
Required Documents
Applicants must prepare the following:
- A certified copy of the participating entity’s commercial registration, authenticated by the Saudi Embassy.
- A copy of the authorization document for the agent or distributor.
Rules and Restrictions
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The scientific and technical office must conduct market feasibility studies on the company’s activities and prepare reports for the main headquarters. Annually, the office must submit a summary of its activities to the Ministry of Investment.
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Scientific and technical offices are not allowed to engage in contracts, commercial activities, or investments in the Kingdom, either directly or indirectly. They also cannot charge fees for training Saudi technicians.
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