Kuwait · Saudi Arabia · UAE · Qatar

Setting up business in the Gulf doesn't have to be difficult

From company formation and government liaison to corporate compliance, Parallel Gulf provides end-to-end business setup solutions for foreign investors across four GCC countries.

500+
Companies established
4
GCC countries served
10+
Years of experience
98%
Client satisfaction rate
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Headquarters

Kuwait

WLL formation, KDIPA licensing, silent shareholder & agent services

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Saudi Arabia

MISA licensing, 100% foreign ownership, Vision 2030 sectors

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UAE

Mainland & free zone setup, golden visas, corporate tax

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Qatar

QFC & mainland formation, foreign investment licenses

Everything you need to establish & operate

We simplify the process of dealing with government agencies across the Gulf, making your life easier.

Company Formation

Tailor-made incorporation across all four countries. Kuwait WLL, KDIPA, Saudi MISA, UAE DED/free zone, and Qatar QFC — handled end-to-end.

Nominee Shareholder & Agent

We take on the role of local majority shareholder or agent while you retain full control. Guaranteed exit strategy and complete predictability.

Government Liaison (PRO)

Specialised officers handling labour files, immigration, visas, commercial licenses, and ministry approvals across all four countries.

Corporate Secretarial

Constant compliance — annual meetings, financial reports, tax cards, legal translations, attestation services, and ongoing regulatory filings.

Commercial Agency

Long-term or project-based — we source commercial agents and structure flexible partnership arrangements across all four Gulf markets.

Distribution & Market Entry

Find the right distribution channels, local partners, or create a platform to reach all four markets from one base.

KWT · KSA
UAE · QAT
Your gateway to the Gulf

Your Gulf business partner

Headquartered in Kuwait with offices in Riyadh, Dubai, and Doha. Our team advises on all processes involved in establishing your business, tapping into a long-established network across the region.

Headquartered in Kuwait — the deepest GCC roots
On-the-ground offices in Kuwait City, Riyadh, Dubai, and Doha
Bilingual Arabic & English teams with deep regulatory knowledge
Experience across energy, manufacturing, IT, logistics, and engineering
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Setting up in each market

Each country has unique requirements. We navigate them all.

WLL Company

Standard LLC with 51% local ownership. We provide silent shareholder so you retain full control with guaranteed exit.

KDIPA License

Up to 100% foreign ownership with tax exemptions and incentives for qualifying companies.

Branch & Rep Office

Establish under KDIPA without local partnership. Branches operate fully; rep offices for non-commercial activities.

Commercial Agency

Exclusive distribution via Kuwaiti agent. We source reliable agents and protect your interests within agency laws.

KSCC Formation

Closed shareholding company — minimum 5 shareholders, KD 10,000 capital. For larger multi-investor ventures.

PRO & Labour

Labour file management, immigration, specialised licenses, and all government liaison at Public Authority for Manpower.

MISA License

100% foreign ownership through Ministry of Investment. Full application and approval process handled.

Commercial Registration

Ministry of Commerce, Chamber of Commerce, ZATCA tax, and GOSI social insurance setup.

Saudization

Nitaqat compliance — classification system, expanded 269-profession requirements, hiring strategy.

Regional HQ

Mandatory Riyadh headquarters for government contracts. Full RHQ setup and compliance.

Vision 2030

Priority sectors — tourism, entertainment, tech, renewables with incentives and fast-track approvals.

PRO & Iqama

Work visas, iqama issuance/renewal, exit/re-entry, HRSD interactions across all regions.

Mainland Setup

DED license, 100% foreign ownership, trade name reservation, and office lease assistance.

Free Zone

DMCC, JAFZA, DIFC, ADGM and 40+ zones. Full ownership, tax benefits, profit repatriation.

Golden Visa

5 and 10-year residency for investors, entrepreneurs, and specialists. Complete processing.

Emiratisation

UAE national hiring compliance, MOHRE regulations, and Nafis programme integration.

Corporate Tax

FTA registration, 9% tax compliance, VAT filing, and transfer pricing documentation.

PRO & Visas

Emirates ID, establishment card, labour card, visa stamping, and all immigration formalities.

QFC Setup

100% foreign ownership, 10% corporate tax, English common law framework.

Mainland LLC

Ministry of Commerce formation, commercial registration, municipality licensing.

Foreign Investment

MOCI permit for majority or full ownership in approved sectors outside QFC.

Qatarization

Workforce nationalisation compliance, reporting, and recruitment support.

Free Zones

Ras Bufontas and Umm Alhoul — tax holidays and customs exemptions.

PRO & Residency

Work permits, RP issuance/renewal, Ministry of Interior liaison.

Why businesses trust Parallel Gulf

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One Partner, Four Countries

Single team that knows every market. We coordinate across borders so you don't have to.

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Guaranteed Exit Strategy

Our nominee services come with full control and exit on short notice — always.

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Government Relationships

10+ years of established networks. We know the right people and fastest routes.

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Ongoing Support

Beyond setup — Saudization, Emiratisation, annual filings, and licence renewals year after year.

Ready to set up your Gulf business?

Book a free consultation. We'll review your requirements and propose a tailored approach — no obligation.

+965 2220 5891
info@parallelgulf.com
Kuwait · Riyadh · Dubai · Doha