KSA Premium Residency
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) Premium Residency Program Overview
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) has introduced the Premium Residency Program to attract global investors, professionals and high net worth individuals seeking long term residence in one of the Middle East’s largest and fastest transforming economies. As part of Saudi Vision 2030, the Kingdom is opening its economy to international talent and investment while modernizing its regulatory, business and lifestyle environment.
Strategically located at the crossroads of Asia, Africa and Europe, Saudi Arabia offers residents access to a rapidly diversifying economy, world class infrastructure and expanding opportunities across sectors such as energy, technology, healthcare, tourism and real estate. The Premium Residency Program provides eligible applicants and their families with long term residency rights without the need for a local sponsor.
WHY Choose The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA)?
The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia offers investors and residents a secure, stable and high growth environment supported by the ambitious Vision 2030 economic diversification plan. As the largest economy in the Arab world, Saudi Arabia provides access to a large domestic market, expanding private sector opportunities and government backed strategic projects across sectors such as real estate, tourism, technology, healthcare and renewable energy.
Through the Premium Residency Program, foreign nationals can live, work, and invest in the Kingdom without a local sponsor, with long term residency security and the ability to include family members. Combined with modern infrastructure, world class urban developments and a strategic location linking Asia, Europe, and Africa, Saudi Arabia offers a compelling platform for long term investment, lifestyle and regional engagement.
Program Benefits
- Long term or permanent residency in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
- No requirement for a local sponsor (Kafeel).
- Right to live, work and invest in Saudi Arabia.
- Ability to own real estate and business assets (subject to regulations).
- Inclusion of spouse and dependent children under one application.
- Freedom to enter and exit the Kingdom without visa restrictions.
- Access to healthcare, education and essential public services.
- Safe and stable environment with expanding lifestyle options.
- Strategic access to one of the Middle East’s largest economies.
- Residency aligned with Saudi Vision 2030 growth opportunities.
INVESTMENT REQUIREMENTS
Applicants for the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) Premium Residency Program may qualify through several government approved investment routes designed to attract long term capital and high value residents to the Kingdom. The primary pathway is the financial contribution route, which allows applicants to obtain permanent premium residency through a one time government fee of SAR 800,000, or alternatively a renewable premium residency through an annual fee of SAR 100,000, payable to the Saudi authorities. Both options grant residency without the requirement of a local sponsor and provide long term stability for eligible applicants and their families.
In addition to the financial contribution option, applicants may qualify through approved real estate ownership, requiring the purchase of qualifying residential property in designated areas with a minimum value typically starting from SAR 4 million, subject to approval and prevailing regulations. Another key route is business or commercial investment, which involves establishing or investing in a licensed Saudi company under approval from the Ministry of Investment of Saudi Arabia (MISA). All investments must meet regulatory requirements and be maintained in accordance with Saudi immigration and investment laws. The program provides eligible investors and their families with secure, long term residency while supporting the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 economic diversification objectives.
APPLICATION FEES
The total cost of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA) Premium Residency Program depends on the investment route chosen. For the financial contribution route, applicants pay a one time government fee of SAR 800,000 for permanent residency or SAR 100,000 annually for renewable residency. For the real estate ownership route, applicants must invest in qualifying properties starting from SAR 4 million in approved areas. For the business or commercial investment route, the minimum investment requirement is SAR 7 million, with the additional expectation of creating jobs for Saudi nationals.
Additional costs include medical examination fees, biometric enrollment charges and administrative handling fees. Professional advisory, legal services and document preparation fees for the main applicant and eligible dependents are separate, payable upfront and non refundable. All expenses related to translations, notarization, authentication, or third party verification are the responsibility of the investor. Property acquisition or business setup costs are additional and not included in government or application fees.
STEPS AND TIMELINE
- Select the appropriate Premium Residency route (financial contribution, real estate ownership, or business investment) and complete the qualifying investment.
- Prepare and compile all required personal, financial and compliance documentation, including proof of investment and solvency.
- Pay all applicable government processing fees and administrative charges.
- Submit the Premium Residency application to the relevant Saudi authority.
- Complete medical examinations and biometric enrollment as required.
- Undergo government due diligence, background checks and security clearance.
- Receive approval and issuance of the Premium Residency permit.
- Relocate to Saudi Arabia and activate residency status.
- Maintain compliance with investment and residency regulations to retain or renew residency.
