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Microsoft 365 and Microsoft Licensing for Saudi Businesses
Genuine Microsoft 365, Copilot, Windows 11 Pro, Office 2024, Windows Server 2025 and SQL Server 2025 licences for your company, supplied through our Saudi distributors. We help you choose the right plan for each user, set it up, and remind you before renewal. Tell us what you need and we will send your quote quickly.
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- Right plan for each user
- Setup by our team
- Aramco CCC ready
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Genuine Microsoft licences for your company, from one local team
Buying Microsoft on your own often means the wrong plan, paying for features nobody uses, or missing a renewal. We supply genuine Microsoft licences through our Saudi distributors and match each user to the right plan, from Microsoft 365 Business Basic to E5, Copilot, Windows 11 Pro and Windows Server 2025.
From our office in Al Khobar we support companies across Saudi Arabia: new subscriptions, moving from old Office or Exchange servers, renewals, and security setup for Aramco CCC and NCA ECC.
- Advice on the right Microsoft 365 plan for each user
- Setup of users, email, MFA and devices
- Renewal reminders and one renewal date for all licences
Microsoft 365 Business plans: Business Basic, Business Standard and Business Premium
Microsoft 365 Business plans are for companies with up to 300 users. Larger companies, or those that need advanced security, use Microsoft 365 E3 or E5. Office 365 Business plans have the same apps and email under the Microsoft 365 name.
| Business Basic | Business Standard | Business Premium | Microsoft 365 E3 / E5 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Office apps | Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook on web and mobile | Desktop apps on PC and Mac, plus web and mobile | Desktop apps on PC and Mac, plus web and mobile | Desktop apps on PC and Mac, plus web and mobile |
| Email, Teams and storage | Exchange email, Microsoft Teams, OneDrive and SharePoint | Same as Basic, plus webinars and booking tools | Same as Standard | Same, with larger mailboxes and archiving |
| Security | Basic protection and MFA | Basic protection and MFA | Defender for Business, Intune, Entra ID P1 and Purview information protection | E3: Intune and Entra ID P1. E5: Defender XDR, Entra ID P2 and Purview |
| Users | Up to 300 | Up to 300 | Up to 300 | No limit |
| Best for | Staff who only need email and web apps | Offices that need full desktop Office | Companies that need security, device management and Aramco CCC | Larger companies and strict compliance needs |
Plan features can change; we confirm the current features in your quotation.
Why Business Premium is the value plan after the July 2026 price change
Microsoft raised the prices of most Microsoft 365 plans on 1 July 2026, including Business Basic, Business Standard, E3 and E5. Business Premium was not part of that increase.
Business Premium adds Defender for Business, Intune device management and Entra ID conditional access to everything in Business Standard. For many companies it now costs less than buying Business Standard plus separate security tools, and it covers most Aramco CCC and NCA ECC email and device controls.
Microsoft 365 E3, E5 and E7 for larger organisations
Microsoft 365 E3 and E5 have no user limit and add stronger compliance, security and analytics. Microsoft has also announced Microsoft 365 E7, which combines E5 with Microsoft 365 Copilot and tools to manage AI agents. We help you decide which users really need E5 or E7 and which can stay on a lower plan.
Microsoft Copilot for business: Copilot Business, Microsoft 365 Copilot and Copilot Pro
Microsoft 365 Copilot works inside Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook and Teams, using your company files and email to draft documents, summarise meetings and analyse data. It is added to a Microsoft 365 business or enterprise plan.
Microsoft 365 Copilot Business is a Copilot plan for small and mid-size companies on Business Basic, Standard or Premium. Copilot Pro is for personal and family users, not for company accounts, so for a business we recommend Copilot Business or Microsoft 365 Copilot.
Before you switch Copilot on, file permissions must be correct, because Copilot can show users anything they already have access to. We check this first.
Microsoft security licences: Defender for Business, Intune, Entra ID and Purview
Microsoft Defender for Business protects laptops and servers against ransomware. Microsoft Intune manages and locks company devices. Microsoft Entra ID adds MFA and conditional access. Microsoft Purview protects and labels sensitive data. You can get them inside Business Premium or E5, or add the Defender Suite and Purview Suite to Business Premium.
Microsoft 365 for Aramco CCC and NCA ECC requirements
- MFA on all email and cloud access with Entra ID
- Screen lock and device policies with Intune
- Email protection against phishing and malware with Defender for Office 365
- Data labelling and loss prevention with Purview
- Reports and evidence for your CCC or NCA assessment
Windows 11 Pro licences and Windows 10 end of support
Windows 10 support ended on 14 October 2025. PCs still on Windows 10 no longer get free security updates, which is a risk and a common finding in Aramco CCC assessments.
Most business PCs need Windows 11 Pro, which adds BitLocker encryption, domain or Entra ID join and Intune management. We check which PCs can be upgraded, supply Windows 11 Pro upgrade licences or new PCs, and help with Extended Security Updates for machines that cannot be replaced yet.
Office 2024 and Office LTSC 2024 vs Microsoft 365
Office 2024 is a one-time purchase: you buy it once for one PC, without monthly fees, but you get no new features and no cloud email or Teams. Office LTSC 2024 is the volume-licence version for companies and is supported until October 2029.
Many people search for “lifetime Office”. For a company, Office 2024 or Office LTSC 2024 is the genuine answer. Microsoft 365 is better when you need email, Teams, OneDrive, the latest features and installation on several devices per user. Office 2016, 2019 and LTSC 2021 are already out of support.
Windows Server 2025 licensing and CALs
Windows Server 2025 Standard and Datacenter are licensed by the number of processor cores in the server, with a minimum per server. Every user or device that connects also needs a Windows Server CAL, and Remote Desktop users need RDS CALs.
We count your cores, users and remote desktop needs so you buy the right number of Windows Server 2025 licences and CALs, not too many and not too few.
Free Windows Server licence & CAL calculator →
Windows Server 2016 support ends on 12 January 2027
After 12 January 2027, Windows Server 2016 gets no more security updates. Plan the move to Windows Server 2025 now, including new licences, CALs and, if needed, new server hardware.
SQL Server 2025 and SQL Server 2022 licensing
SQL Server 2025 adds built-in AI and vector search. SQL Server Standard can be licensed per core or by server plus CALs; Enterprise is licensed per core. SQL Server 2016 support ended on 14 July 2026, so older databases should be upgraded. We help you choose the edition and licence model for your application.
Exchange Online, SharePoint and Microsoft Teams
Exchange Server 2016 and 2019 support ended in October 2025. Most companies move email to Exchange Online, with SharePoint and Microsoft Teams for files and meetings. If you must keep email on-premises, Exchange Server Subscription Edition is the supported option. We plan and run the move with no lost email.
Dynamics 365 Business Central, Power BI Pro, Project and Visio
Dynamics 365 Business Central is Microsoft’s ERP for small and mid-size companies: accounting, inventory, sales and purchasing. Power BI Pro turns your data into dashboards. Microsoft Project and Visio are used by engineering and project teams. We supply these licences together with your Microsoft 365 plan.
Azure and the new Saudi Arabia East cloud region
Microsoft announced its Saudi Arabia East Azure region in the Eastern Province, with three availability zones, to be available from November 2026. For companies in Khobar, Dammam and Jubail this means Azure workloads can run inside the Kingdom with lower latency. We help you plan which servers and applications are worth moving.
Microsoft 365 price in Saudi Arabia: how licences are quoted
The cost of Microsoft licences depends on the plan, the number of users, the term (monthly or yearly) and any add-ons such as Copilot or the security suites. We quote every order through our Saudi distributors, so you get a clear written quotation for exactly the licences you need.
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Engineering, contracting and industrial companies rely on our team for their IT.
How it works
Tell us what you use
Send the number of users, your current Microsoft products and renewal dates.
Get the right plan
We recommend the plan for each user and send a written quotation through our Saudi distributors.
Order and activation
After your PO, the licences are added to your Microsoft 365 tenant or volume licensing account.
Setup and security
We set up users, email, MFA, devices and data migration.
Renewal reminders
We remind you before renewal and adjust users when your team changes.
Why genuine Microsoft licences are better than cheap activation keys
Cheap “lifetime” keys and activation tools sold online are often resold, blocked later, or not licensed for business use.
- Unlicensed software can lead to back-payments in a Microsoft licence review
- Cracked installers and activation tools are a common way for malware to enter company networks
- Genuine licences include updates and Microsoft support
- Aramco and other clients ask suppliers to show licensed software
Frequently asked questions
Which Microsoft 365 business plan is right for my company?
Business Basic suits staff who only need email, Teams and web apps. Business Standard adds desktop Office apps. Business Premium adds Defender for Business, Intune and conditional access, and is the best fit for companies that need Aramco CCC or NCA ECC controls. Companies with more than 300 users use Microsoft 365 E3 or E5.
Should we buy Office 2024 or subscribe to Microsoft 365?
Office 2024 is a one-time licence for one PC with no new features or cloud services. Microsoft 365 includes email, Teams, OneDrive, the latest apps and use on several devices per user. Most companies choose Microsoft 365; Office LTSC 2024 suits PCs that must stay offline or unchanged.
Is Microsoft Copilot available in Saudi Arabia, and which licence does it need?
Yes. Microsoft 365 Copilot can be added to Microsoft 365 business and enterprise plans, and Copilot Business is available for companies with up to 300 users. Copilot Pro is for personal use only. We check your plan and file permissions before switching Copilot on.
Our PCs still run Windows 10. What are our options?
Windows 10 support ended on 14 October 2025. You can upgrade compatible PCs to Windows 11 Pro, replace older PCs, or buy Extended Security Updates as a short-term bridge. We check every PC and recommend the lowest-cost path.
Windows Server 2016 support ends on 12 January 2027. What should we do?
Plan the upgrade to Windows Server 2025 now. You will need Windows Server 2025 core licences, CALs for your users or devices, and possibly new hardware. Moving some workloads to Azure is another option.
How many CALs do we need for Windows Server 2025?
You need one CAL for each user or each device that accesses the server, plus RDS CALs for remote desktop users. A user CAL is usually better when staff use several devices. Send us your user and device count and we will calculate it.
How is SQL Server 2025 licensed?
SQL Server 2025 Standard can be licensed per core or by server plus CALs; Enterprise is per core. SQL Server Express is free for small databases. The right model depends on your application and number of users.
Which Microsoft licences help with Aramco CCC and NCA ECC?
Microsoft 365 Business Premium or E3/E5 cover most requirements: MFA with Entra ID, device policies with Intune, email protection with Defender for Office 365 and data protection with Purview. We have helped more than 150 companies through Aramco CCC.
Are your licences genuine? How do we receive them?
Yes. All licences are genuine and supplied through our Saudi distributors. Microsoft 365 licences are added to your company tenant; Windows, Office and server licences are delivered with your volume licensing details.
Why not buy a cheap activation key online?
Cheap keys are often resold retail or volume keys that can be blocked, are not licensed for company use, and do not hold up in a licence review. Activation tools can also carry malware.
Can you move us from an old Exchange server or Google Workspace?
Yes. We move email, calendars and files from Exchange Server or Google Workspace to Microsoft 365 with planning and no lost email.
Get a quote for Microsoft licences
Tell us the products, number of users and your renewal dates. We will send you a written quotation.
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