Equity Crowdfunding in Saudi Arabia
Invest in promising Saudi startups
CMA-licensed equity crowdfunding platforms (Scopeer, Manafa) let you invest small amounts in Saudi startups in exchange for equity shares. High potential returns, high risk — long-term horizon (5-10 years) for exit via acquisition or IPO.
1,000-5,000
SAR min
Zero to 100%+ (high risk, wide variance)
Expected return
Very high
Risk level
5-10 years until liquidity event
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Equity Crowdfunding is best for:
- Advanced investors with high risk tolerance
- Seekers of 30%+ potential returns
- Supporters of Saudi entrepreneurs
- 5-10 year horizon investors
How to invest in Equity Crowdfunding
Sign up on a CMA-licensed platform (Scopeer or Manafa)
Browse open investment rounds
Read each company's deck (performance, valuation, team)
Invest small amounts across several startups to diversify
Recommended platforms for Equity Crowdfunding
All are licensed by Saudi regulators. Tap "Invest" to visit the platform's site.
Typical terms
Minimum
1,000-5,000 SAR
Expected return
Zero to 100%+ (high risk, wide variance)
Risk level
Very high
Fee structure
2-5% platform fee on invested amount
Frequently asked questions
What's the expected startup failure rate?+
Statistically, 60-70% of startups fail within 5 years. Diversifying across 10-20 companies reduces risk and increases the chance that winners offset losses.
When do I get my returns?+
Only at a liquidity event: acquisition by a larger company, IPO, or founder buyback. This can take 5-10 years or never happen.
Are Saudi platforms licensed?+
Yes. Both Scopeer and Manafa are CMA-licensed and operate under strict oversight. Never invest through unlicensed platforms.
Disclosure: Diro is a comparison platform, not an investment provider. Investing involves risk — you may lose some or all of your capital. Past performance doesn't guarantee future results. Read product disclosures and verify each platform's licence before investing.
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