Saudi Arabia’s Premium Residency Programme (often referred to as the “Saudi Green Card”) enables eligible foreign nationals to reside, invest and conduct business in the Kingdom without the requirement for a local sponsor.
For high-net-worth individuals, entrepreneurs and international investors, the programme provides a structured long-term residency pathway aligned with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030 economic transformation.
Hudson McKenzie advises private clients, entrepreneurs and corporate stakeholders on the full Premium Residency application process, from eligibility assessment to submission and post-approval compliance.
Types of Saudi Premium Residency
Saudi Arabia currently offers two principal Premium Residency options:
1. Permanent Premium Residency
- One-time government fee
- No renewal requirement
- Long-term stability for investors and high-net-worth applicants
2. Renewable Premium Residency
- Annual government fee
- Renewable each year subject to continued eligibility
- Suitable for individuals seeking flexibility while establishing long-term interests in the Kingdom
Selecting the appropriate route requires careful consideration of investment strategy, commercial objectives and family relocation plans.
Why Consider Saudi Premium Residency?
- Strategic access to Vision 2030 sectors
- Capital mobility
- Regional headquarters positioning
- Long-term Gulf presence
Strategic & Commercial Considerations
For entrepreneurs and investors, Premium Residency often forms part of a broader commercial strategy. Considerations may include:
- Company establishment in Saudi Arabia
- Ownership structuring and shareholding implications
- Regulatory licensing requirements
- Workforce and Saudization compliance
- Long-term expansion planning
Where required, our Saudi advisory team works alongside corporate and compliance specialists to ensure alignment between residency status and commercial objectives.
Why Hudson McKenzie
Hudson McKenzie provides end-to-end advisory support for high-net-worth individuals and investors seeking long-term presence in Saudi Arabia. Our approach includes:
- Comprehensive eligibility assessment
- Structured document review and submission management
- In-depth understanding of Saudi regulatory frameworks, licensing structures and compliance requirements
- Confidential handling of private client matters
- Coordination with corporate expansion strategies
- Ongoing advisory support post-approval
We focus on accuracy, compliance integrity, structured application management and proactive liaison with relevant authorities, ensuring that applications are presented with clarity and strategic foresight.
Speak to a Saudi Premium Residency Advisor
If you are considering long-term residency in Saudi Arabia, our team can provide a private eligibility assessment and outline the most suitable route for your objectives. Please get in touch with us at HudsonVIP@hudsonmckenzie.com to know more about this programme.
Premium Residency applications require careful structuring and compliance planning. Early strategic structuring significantly reduces regulatory risk and accelerates approval timelines. Book a Private Premium Residency Consultation
