Register as an Approved Vendor
with Saudi Aramco

Aramco vendor registration is the official process to qualify your company as an approved supplier or contractor with Saudi Aramco, the world's largest oil company. This accreditation unlocks access to billion-riyal tenders in oil, gas, petrochemicals, and infrastructure. With an annual procurement budget exceeding $100 billion, an Aramco vendor code is one of the most prestigious and valuable accreditations available in the Saudi market.

Aramco vendor registration follows five stages: first, analyzing your business activity and verifying alignment with Aramco's needs; second, preparing the complete file (Commercial Registration, Zakat Certificate, Articles of Incorporation, IBAN, Company Profile); third, creating a SAP Ariba account and uploading documents; fourth, the file undergoes Aramco's procurement team review lasting 14 to 30 business days; and fifth, the official Aramco vendor code is issued. BOCO manages every stage and follows up until final approval.

The Aramco vendor code is the unique identifier assigned to your company after successful Aramco vendor registration and approval via the SAP Ariba platform. It is required for every stage of commercial dealings: submitting price quotes, receiving purchase orders, issuing invoices, and executing contracts. Without an Aramco vendor code, your company cannot participate in any tender or complete any official transaction with Saudi Aramco.

Saudi Aramco uses the SAP Ariba platform to manage all supplier and contractor registration. Your company creates an account on the platform, uploads all required documents, and Aramco's procurement teams review the submission before issuing an approved vendor code. Ariba is a globally recognized enterprise platform, and navigating it successfully requires specialist expertise to ensure your Aramco vendor registration is accepted on the first submission.

Core required documents for Aramco vendor registration include: a valid Commercial Registration, Zakat & Tax Certificate, Articles of Incorporation or Company Bylaws, Company Bank IBAN, a professional Company Profile, Chamber of Commerce registration certificate, and owner/GM identification. Aramco may request additional documents depending on your supplier category and business activity, such as ISO certificates or safety records.

Full Aramco vendor registration and vendor code issuance typically takes 14 to 30 business days from the date of submitting a complete file. Aramco has one of the longer review timelines among major Saudi companies, but the resulting accreditation is exceptionally valuable. Incomplete submissions can extend the process by months. BOCO prepares files professionally to avoid any delays in obtaining your Aramco vendor code.

An Aramco supplier delivers products and goods (raw materials, equipment, spare parts, consumables), while an Aramco contractor provides execution services (maintenance, construction, operations, engineering). Each category has a different vendor code and access to distinct tenders. Many companies register as both Aramco supplier and contractor to maximize their commercial opportunities with Saudi Aramco.

Yes, Aramco accepts foreign vendors, but strongly prefers companies registered in Saudi Arabia or with an active local presence, in line with its Iktva (local content) policy. Foreign companies seeking Aramco vendor registration typically need a Saudi Commercial Registration or a strategic partnership with a local Saudi company to successfully complete the process.

The Cyber Security Compliance Certificate (CCC) is mandatory for technology, software, and digital solution vendors with Saudi Aramco. It verifies that a company's tech products or services meet Aramco's strict cybersecurity standards. Obtaining the CCC for Aramco vendors typically takes 30 to 90 days and requires a thorough technical audit conducted by Aramco's security team.

Aramco vendor renewal is done via the SAP Ariba platform by updating expired documents (Commercial Registration, Zakat certificate, etc.) and resubmitting the file per Aramco's updated requirements. Renewal should be initiated at least one month before the accreditation expires to avoid interruption to your vendor status. BOCO sends advance alerts to clients and manages the full Aramco vendor renewal process.

Aramco does not charge direct fees for SAP Ariba registration. The actual costs involve preparing a professional Company Profile, document translation, and specialist consultation and follow-up services to ensure first-submission acceptance of your Aramco vendor registration. These costs are a sound investment compared to the enormous commercial opportunities from participating in Aramco's tenders.

Aramco strongly prefers companies with legal entity status, particularly Limited Liability Companies (LLCs). Some well-established sole proprietorships with an active Commercial Registration may qualify, but acceptance rates are significantly lower compared to registered companies. Converting to a company structure before applying substantially improves approval chances for Aramco vendor registration.