Free Tool

Saudi E-Commerce Startup Cost Calculator

Don't get caught off guard by hidden costs! Use this interactive calculator to estimate the monthly and yearly expenses of launching your store on platforms like Salla and Zid.

⚙️ Basic Store Settings

Choose Platform & Plan:

Custom Domain Name:

Store Design & Theme:

💼 Professional Services (Optional)

Do you need third-party agencies or freelancers to set up or manage your store?

Full Store Setup & Design (One-time):

Search Engine Optimization (SEO) Setup (One-time):

Store Management & Order Follow-up (Monthly):

📢 Monthly Marketing Budget

How much do you plan to spend on Snapchat, TikTok, and other ads per month?

1000 SAR

🧾 Tax & 2026 compliance alert

Include VAT estimate (15%) in first-year total I sell through a marketplace and I am not VAT-registered yet

2026 Deemed Supplier note: The platform may collect VAT on your behalf if you are not VAT-registered, which can affect your net payout. Review your setup with a tax advisor early.

Estimated Cost 📊

Setup Expenses (One-time) 0 SAR

Ongoing Monthly Expenses 0 SAR

Estimated VAT (15%) 0 SAR

Total Cost for 1st Year 0 SAR

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* Important Notes:
- These figures are rough estimates and do not include the cost of your inventory (goods).
- Does not include Value Added Tax (VAT) if applicable.
- Does not include shipping contracts, as you are billed per waybill (usually ~25 SAR per order, borne by the customer).
- Government fees for Commercial Registration or licenses are not included.
- You can start with minimal costs by using Salla's free plan and doing the work yourself.