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ZATCA Services in
Saudi Arabia

Gain full control over your tax obligations with expert support on VAT, Zakat filing, and E-Invoicing (Fatoora) compliance.

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Navigating the tax landscape is crucial for sustainable business setup in Saudi Arabia. The Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority (ZATCA) enforces stringent regulations, including the nationwide implementation of E-invoicing. We ensure your business remains compliant, efficient, and penalty-free.

Role of ZATCA

ZATCA (Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority) is the unified body responsible for assessing and collecting Zakat and taxes, as well as managing customs operations. Its mandate includes enforcing VAT compliance and the progressive rollout of digital tax systems.

E-Invoicing Era: ZATCA's "Fatoora" project actively monitors transactions in real-time, requiring businesses to integrate their ERP systems directly with the authority's portal.

Core ZATCA Services

We provide end-to-end support for all tax and customs obligations.

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VAT Registration & Filing Quarterly or monthly VAT return preparation and submission.
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Zakat Filing Calculation and filing of Zakat for Saudi/GCC-owned entities.
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E-Invoicing (Fatoora) Technical support for Phase 1 (generation) and Phase 2 (integration) compliance.
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Customs Clearance Import/Export code registration and duty calculation.

Tax Compliance Framework

Our approach ensures you are prepared for every fiscal deadline.

Registration Registering your entity for VAT, Zakat, and CIT upon incorporation.

Setup Implementing ZATCA-compliant accounting software and invoicing protocols.

Filing Timely submission of VAT returns and annual financial statements.

Audit Representing your company during ZATCA field audits or inquiries.

Scope of Tax Advisory

VAT & Excise Tax Registration
Monthly/Quarterly VAT Returns
Withholding Tax (WHT) Compliance

Zakat & CIT Filing
Transfer Pricing Bylaws
Bookkeeping & Financial Reporting

Tax Applicability

Tax obligations in Saudi Arabia vary by entity structure:

Saudi/GCC Owned

Subject to Zakat (2.5% of Zakat base).

Foreign Entities

Subject to Corporate Income Tax (CIT) at 20% of net profit.

Mixed Entities

Subject to a proportionate mix of Zakat and CIT based on shareholding.

Benefits of Compliance

Avoid Penalties ZATCA fines for non-compliance or late filing can be significant.
Operational Continuity A clean tax record is required to renew licenses and visas.
Financial Clarity Clear books enable better financial planning and profit repatriation.

Compliance Certifications

Zakat/Tax Certificate Proof of filing and payment, essential for government contracts.

VAT Certificate Authorized Tax Registration Number (TRN) for invoicing.

Frequently Asked Questions

The standard VAT rate is 15%. However, some goods and services are zero-rated (e.g., exports, international transport) or exempt (e.g., residential rent).

Any business with annual taxable supplies exceeding SAR 375,000 is mandatorily required to register. Voluntary registration is available for thresholds above SAR 187,500.

It is a mandatory system replacing handwritten invoices with electronic ones. Phase 1 (generation) is live; Phase 2 (integration) is being rolled out in waves based on revenue.

Transfer Pricing rules ensure that transactions between related entities (e.g., HQ and branch) are priced at arm's length to prevent profit shifting and tax avoidance.

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ZATCA Services in Saudi Arabia