What Are Copies of Passports/Identity Cards of Directors?
When entering or establishing a business in Saudi Arabia, providing copies of passports or identity cards of your company's directors is often a mandatory requirement. These documents serve as proof of identity and are essential for verifying the legal standing and credibility of the individuals who are responsible for managing and directing the company.
Why Are These Documents Needed?
Verification and Compliance: Saudi authorities need to verify the identities of your company's directors to ensure that the business complies with local laws and regulations.
Transparency: Providing these documents enhances transparency and trust, ensuring that your company's directors are legitimate and accountable individuals.
Due Diligence: It is part of the due diligence process to prevent fraud, money laundering, and other illicit activities.
Steps to Provide Copies of Passports/Identity Cards
Gather the Documents: Collect the passport or identity card copies of all directors. Ensure that the copies are clear, legible, and include all necessary pages (e.g., the photo page, information page, and any relevant visa or residence permit pages).
Ensure Validity: Check that all documents are valid and not expired. Expired documents will not be accepted.
Translation: If the documents are not in Arabic, they may need to be translated by a certified translator, depending on the requirements of the Saudi authorities or the specific business partner.
Digitize the Documents: Scan or photograph the documents to create high-quality digital copies. Ensure that all details are readable and the images are not distorted.
Multiple Uploads: Prepare to upload these documents on Amaana's platform. Ensure that the platform supports multiple uploads, meaning you can upload all necessary documents in one session without any issues.
Submission: Follow the guidelines provided on the website to upload the scanned copies. Confirm that each upload is successful and correctly labeled with the director's name and the type of document.