Commercial Registration (CR) Annual Confirmation in Saudi Arabia
Learn how to confirm your Commercial Registration (CR) annually in Saudi Arabia under the new 2025 regulations. Avoid suspension, cancellation, and operational disruptions.
Starting April 2025, foreign businesses in Saudi Arabia are no longer required to "renew" their CR—instead, you must confirm your registration data annually. Miss this confirmation, and your CR gets suspended after 90 days and cancelled after one year. Here's what you need to know.
What Changed: Annual Confirmation Replaces CR Renewals
Old system: Renew your Commercial Registration annually
New system: Confirm your CR data annually, starting 30 days before your anniversary date
Why this matters: The new Commercial Registration Law requires all businesses to actively confirm their registration details every year.
TIP: Start the confirmation process at least 30 days before your CR anniversary date to avoid suspension.
How to Complete Your Annual CR Confirmation in KSA
Step-by-Step Process:
1. Access the Ministry of Commerce Platform
2. Log In with Absher
3. Navigate to CR Services
4. Click "Annual Confirmation"
5. Review and Update Company Information
- Business activities
- Company address
- Shareholder information
- Contact details
- Branch locations (if applicable)
6. Pay the Confirmation Fee
7. Receive Updated CR Certificate
What Happens If You Don't Confirm Your CR?
The new CR confirmation system follows a strict timeline:
After 90 Days Past Confirmation Date:
Status: CR marked as "Suspended"
Consequences:
- Government portals become inaccessible
- Can't process work permits or visas
- Unable to bid on projects
- Banking operations may be restricted
Solution: Submit the required information immediately to lift the suspension
After 1 Year Past Confirmation Date:
Status: CR officially "Cancelled"
Consequences:
- Complete loss of legal operating status
- Must restart the entire CR issuance process
- Costs significantly more than the initial setup
- Months of operational downtime
- Updated Articles of Association (if changes occurred)
Need help with CR confirmation or other post-incorporation compliance? Contact our team to learn more.
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