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Ministry of Commerce

Reserve Trade Name

Reserve and approve a trade name before company formation.

Your trade name is the first step in your business identity, reserved through the Saudi Business Center before issuing or amending a commercial registration. Many requests are rejected because the name resembles an existing one, breaks trade-name rules or does not fit the activity. Tasami helps you choose suitable alternatives, checks their availability and follows the reservation until the name is ready for your CR.

Ministry of Commerce

What we deliver

We receive your request, review the details and documents, and follow it through the official platforms, updating you on WhatsApp.

Platform

AbsherQiwa

What we need from you

  • Establishment or individual details
  • The documents listed for the service
  • Platform access permissions when needed

Approximate timing

We usually start within working hours once the details are complete — the final duration depends on the case and the platform.

We work through official platforms and are not a government entity. No prices on the site — details on WhatsApp.

FAQ

Why are trade names rejected?+

Usually due to similarity with an existing name, breaking naming rules or not fitting the activity.

Can I reserve a foreign-language name?+

There are rules for foreign and transliterated names; we check your proposal before applying.

Does reserving protect it as a trademark?+

No, a trade name differs from a trademark; registering the trademark with the competent authority is advisable.

Is the reservation permanent?+

It is temporary for a period set by regulations, so issuing the CR soon after is advisable.

Who is Reserve Trade Name for?

  • Entrepreneurs establishing a new business or company.
  • CR holders who want to change their trade name.
  • Anyone whose proposed name was rejected and needs acceptable alternatives.
  • Brands wanting a name consistent with their trademark.

Reserve Trade Name steps with Tasami

  1. 1

    We collect several proposed names ranked by preference.

  2. 2

    We check availability and compliance with trade-name rules.

  3. 3

    We follow the reservation request at the Saudi Business Center.

  4. 4

    We follow approval or suggest alternatives if rejected.

  5. 5

    We explain the next step to issue your CR with the reserved name.

Tips to avoid delays

  • Prepare at least three names in case of rejection.
  • Avoid names similar to known brands or businesses.
  • Choose a name that fits your activity and is easy to say and write.
  • Check the domain and social handles are available under the same name.
  • Consider registering a trademark to protect the name later.

Serving every city in the Kingdom

We serve entrepreneurs in Makkah, Jeddah, Riyadh, Dammam and every Saudi city on WhatsApp.

Our office is in Makkah, and we serve every region of the Kingdom online.

Sheikh Muhammad Street, Al Naseem, Al Awali — Makkah 24251, Saudi Arabia

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