With a market capitalisation exceeding USD 2.5 trillion, Tadawul already stands as the largest stock exchange in the Middle East. From February 1, 2026, it is set to become one of the most accessible emerging markets globally. Saudi Arabia has announced that all foreign investors — including non-residents — will be allowed to trade directly
Saudi Arabia’s entrepreneurial landscape is thriving. Backed by Vision 2030, the Kingdom saw a 44% jump in foreign investment, US $750 million in startup funding, and thousands of new businesses in 2025, all part of a growing ecosystem that’s attracting innovators from around the world.
Residency in Saudi Arabia is no longer just a legal formality. It’s a strategic enabler, a tool for business agility, investor access, and professional independence.
The country’s two leading pathways, Premium Residency and Work Visa, are vastly different in function, cost, and flexibility. But both come with a common challenge: choose the wrong one, and your mobility, business operations, and even family relocation plans can stall before they start.
