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Professional License

A sector-specific government license required for companies operating in regulated professional services in Saudi Arabia.

A professional license in Saudi Arabia is a sector-specific government authorization required for companies operating in regulated professional services — including law, accounting, engineering, healthcare, education and consulting. In addition to MISA foreign investment licenses and Commercial Registration, companies in these sectors must obtain authorization from the relevant regulatory authority such as the Saudi Commission for Health Specialties for healthcare, Saudi Organization for Chartered and Professional Accountants for accounting, and Saudi Council of Engineers for engineering. Professional license requirements are a critical part of pre-market-entry due diligence. Inclusive Solutions advises on professional licensing requirements as part of its business setup services.