هل تقدر تفتح متجر إلكتروني وأنت خارج السعودية

Sahl Tuesday,22 Jul 2025

In the age of technology and digital transformation, geographical borders have become less of a barrier than ever. Many young men and women live outside Saudi Arabia, but their thoughts are focused on the Saudi market and its business opportunities.
One of the questions we receive most often is:
"I'm outside Saudi Arabia. Can I open an online store targeting the Saudi market?"
The answer is simple: Yes, you can!
However, there are some important details you need to know and prepare for.
1. Does the system allow you?
In the Kingdom, you can open an online store and operate from outside Saudi Arabia, provided you:
• Have a Saudi national ID
• Obtain a Saudi commercial registration through "Morsal" or "Ma'arouf" service
• Deal with a local partner inside Saudi Arabia to handle the official procedures.
If you're not Saudi, you need to agree with a partner or an organization with a Saudi commercial registration to operate through.
2. Remote operation has become easier.
You don't need to be on the ground to monitor everything.
From anywhere in the world, you can:
• Track orders
• Communicate with customers
• Supervise shipping
• Manage inventory
• Develop your store
All of this is done through online platforms. If you work with a company like "Sahl," we'll help you integrate all your management tools into a single dashboard.
3. How do you receive payments?
Payment gateways in Saudi Arabia, such as Tap, HyperPay, Tamara, and STC Pay, allow you to receive payments provided you have a Saudi commercial registration.
If you don't have one, you can start with alternative options such as:
• Cash on Delivery (if you have a local partner)
• Bank transfers
• PayPal (in temporary cases only)
However, we recommend obtaining an official commercial registration to ensure peace of mind and appear confident to customers.
4. Shipping and Delivery Services
Shipping is one of the most important challenges. You must contract with a shipping company within Saudi Arabia, such as:
• SMSA
• Zajil
• Aramex
• Shipments
You also need a local partner or warehouse to receive and distribute the products to customers.
If you work with Sahl, we can refer you to the best shipping providers and guide you to ready-made solutions for warehousing and distribution.
5. Store Development and User Interface
Since you're outside Saudi Arabia, you need to ensure that your store delivers the right message to local customers:
• The language is Arabic and understandable
• The design is compatible with the Saudi market's tastes
• Offers and prices are in Saudi Riyals
• Communication methods are readily available and easy, such as WhatsApp or direct chat
Sahl Store provides all of these services with high quality.
6. Taxes and Legal Obligations
Even if you're outside the Kingdom, if you have a Saudi commercial registration and sell within the Kingdom, you are required to:
• Issue tax invoices (if you exceed the tax threshold)
• Register for VAT (if you meet the requirements)
• Adhere to Saudi e-commerce policies
It's essential that you contact a Saudi certified public accountant who will explain the details according to your situation.
7. Remote Marketing
From anywhere in the world, you can run marketing campaigns targeting customers in the Kingdom:
• Instagram and Snapchat campaigns
• Google Ads
• TikTok content
• WhatsApp messages
And most importantly, you can track and optimize your ad performance.
And if you need help, we can provide you with a complete marketing plan when you launch your store.
Opening an online store targeting the Saudi market while you're outside the Kingdom is very possible, but you must prepare:
• A Saudi commercial registration or a local partner
• A reliable means of collection
• A shipping company or warehouse within Saudi Arabia
• A professional store design targeting a local audience
And if you'd like to take a break from all this, the "Sahl" team can handle the project from A to Z, whether you're inside or outside the Kingdom.
Get started today, and success knows no bounds!