King Abdullah Financial District

Where Business Meets Life

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia · Founded 2008

Headquarters
Riyadh
Employees
1001–5000
Founded
2008
Business Model
B2B
Website
kafd.sa

About

King Abdullah Financial District (KAFD) is a landmark mixed-use financial and lifestyle destination situated in the Al-Aqeeq neighborhood of Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Originally established in 2008, KAFD was acquired by the Public Investment Fund (PIF) in 2018 and has since evolved into one of the most advanced urban business districts in the Middle East. The district encompasses over 1.6 million square meters of office, retail, hospitality, and residential space, designed by internationally renowned architects including the Zaha Hadid-designed KAFD Metro Station (LEED Gold certified). KAFD hosts more than 140 companies including 20 regional headquarters and over 20,000 professionals, serving as the financial heart of Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 transformation. As a PIF company, KAFD Development and Management Company oversees leasing, operations, and continued development of the district, positioning it as a global finance and business hub that combines world-class physical infrastructure with a vibrant community of leading financial, technology, and professional services firms.

Summary

King Abdullah Financial District is a company based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, founded in 2008.