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Manufacturing Track

Industrial Manufacturing License & Factory Setup

For investors looking to establish factories, assembly lines, or heavy industrial operations. Unlock massive government incentives under the National Industrial Strategy.

Customs Exemption

0% Duty on imported machinery and raw materials required for your industrial operations.

Land Allocation

Direct access to industrial cities (MODON/RCJY) at highly subsidized long-term lease rates.

SIDF Financing

Soft loans covering up to 50-75% of total project costs with flexible repayment tenures.

Industrial Ecosystem

The Industrial License is tailored for manufacturing entities. It not only grants the right to manufacture but also provides access to the "Industrial Ecosystem," unlocking support from multiple government bodies to ensure factory success.

Regulatory Authorities:

  • Ministry of Industry (MIM): The primary regulator for industrial permits and strategy.
  • MISA: Issues the overarching investment license for foreign capital.
  • NCEC: Issues mandatory environmental compliance and safety permits.
  • MODON: Manages industrial land allocation and utility connections.

Common Challenges

  • Environmental Compliance: Strict regulations on waste and emissions must be met and audited before operations.
  • Capital Intensity: Requires significant upfront investment in machinery and infrastructure compared to service firms.
  • Approvals Timeline: Securing land and environmental permits typically takes between 3 to 6 months.
  • Technical Study: Requirement for a detailed feasibility study and technical proposal for MIM approval.

The Manufacturing Roadmap

From feasibility study to production start

1

Feasibility Study

Prepare a technical and economic feasibility study for the project.

2

MISA License

Obtain the primary MISA Industrial Investment License for the entity.

3

Environmental

Apply for and secure the initial environmental permit from NCEC.

4

Commercial (CR)

Register the company and obtain the Commercial Registration from MoC.

5

MIM Permit

Obtain the initial technical industrial license from the Ministry of Industry.

6

Land Allocation

Apply for land or factory space in industrial cities via MODON.

7

Construction

Commence factory construction and import clearing for machinery.

8

Production Start

Finalize the operational license and commence commercial production.

Launch Your Saudi Factory

Leverage government soft loans and subsidized land. Our experts guide you through the entire MIM and MISA process.