Saudi Arabia · Investor / Golden Visa

Entrepreneur Residency

By António Mira, Founder · Member, Arab-Portuguese Chamber of Commerce & Industry (CCIAP) & Portuguese-Saudi Business Council (PSBC)
✓ Verified against the official government source · Last verified 2026-06-09 · Our methodology
4/10 diff
Moderate

Saudi Premium Residency 'Entrepreneur residency' requires an entrepreneur license from the Ministry of Investment plus a…

Min income
€7,749/mo
Processing
Path to PR
Yes
Job offer
Not required
Direct answer

Saudi Premium Residency 'Entrepreneur residency' requires an entrepreneur license from the Ministry of Investment plus a minimum accredited investment of 400,000 SAR (1st category, applicant share not less than 20%) or 15 million SAR (2nd category, share not less than 10%, plus creating at least 10 jobs in each of the first two years, which grants permanent residency directly); one-time fee is 4,000 SAR and holders may reside with family (parents, spouse and children under 25).

At a Glance

Visa Duration
60 months
Processing Time
Min Income
€7,749/mo
Path to PR
Yes
Difficulty
4/10 — Moderate

Eligibility Requirements

RequirementDetails
Age Range18–24
Job Offer RequiredNo
Sponsorship RequiredNo
Health Insurance RequiredNo

Financial Requirements

ItemAmount
Minimum Income€7,749/mo

Family & Rights

RightDetails
Path to Permanent ResidencyYes

Related Pathways

Cost of Living

Riyadh
Single (monthly)€1,733
Family (monthly)€3,733
Rent 1BR (center)€800
Groceries€400
Transport pass€133
Jeddah
Single (monthly)€1,467
Family (monthly)€3,200
Rent 1BR (center)€667
Groceries€400
Transport pass€133
Dammam
Single (monthly)€1,200
Family (monthly)€2,667
Rent 1BR (center)€533
Groceries€320
Transport pass€107

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Entrepreneur Residency?

Saudi Premium Residency 'Entrepreneur residency' requires an entrepreneur license from the Ministry of Investment plus a minimum accredited investment of 400,000 SAR (1st category, applicant share not less than 20%) or 15 million SAR (2nd category, share not less than 10%, plus creating at least 10 jobs in each of the first two years, which grants permanent residency directly); one-time fee is 4,000 SAR and holders may reside with family (parents, spouse and children under 25).

What are the financial requirements for the Entrepreneur Residency?

Applicants need minimum income of €7,749/mo. Additional costs may include relocation expenses, insurance, and document attestation.

Can the Entrepreneur Residency lead to permanent residency?

Yes — this pathway can lead to permanent residence, subject to meeting the residence and other conditions. We do not publish a qualifying timeline for this route because we have no official source stating one; check with the relevant authority for the current residence requirement.

Are there alternative pathways to Saudi Arabia?

Yes. Saudi Arabia offers 7 other immigration pathways. Compare all options on our Saudi Arabia country page.

What is the cost of living in Saudi Arabia?

Monthly costs for a single person in city center: Riyadh: €1,733/mo; Jeddah: €1,467/mo; Dammam: €1,200/mo. These include rent, groceries, transport, and utilities.

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Data last verified: 2026-06-09 · See our methodology

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