Saudi Arabia – Tax

Non-Resident Service Payments in Saudi Arabia: Withholding Tax (WHT) Rates from 5% to 20%

Saudi Arabia imposes withholding tax (WHT) on payments made to non-resident entities and individuals for services rendered. These WHT rates…

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Non-Deductible Expenses in Saudi Corporate Tax: Wages, Bribes, Entertainment & More

For corporate taxpayers in Saudi Arabia, understanding non-deductible expenses is critical to ensure compliance with the Zakat, Tax and Customs…

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Non-Deductibility of Bribes and Other Illegal Payments: Saudi Corporate Tax Compliance Guide

In Saudi Arabia, the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) strictly prohibits the deduction of bribes, kickbacks, facilitation payments, and…

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Navigating Ministerial Resolution No. 1463: Zakat Bylaws & Past Years (Deadline: 31 August 2025)

Saudi corporate taxpayers have a limited-time window to apply the new Zakat Executive Regulations (Bylaws) to prior fiscal years. Under…

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Natural Gas Investment Tax Rates After NGIT Repeal in 2018: What Saudi Corporate Taxpayers Need to Know

The repeal of the Natural Gas Investment Tax (NGIT) in Saudi Arabia in 2018 significantly changed the tax landscape for…

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Monthly vs. Quarterly VAT Returns: Which Applies to Your Business in Saudi Arabia?

Under the Saudi Arabian VAT Law, businesses registered with the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) are required to file…

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Mixed Ownership Entities: Splitting Income Tax and Zakat Liabilities in Saudi Arabia

Corporate entities in Saudi Arabia with mixed ownership—combining GCC and non-GCC shareholders—must navigate complex rules for splitting their liabilities between…

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Loss Carryforward Rules: Using Operational Losses to Reduce Taxable Profit in Saudi Arabia

For corporate taxpayers in Saudi Arabia, operational losses don't always mean the end of financial stability. The Zakat, Tax and…

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Late VAT Return Filing Penalties and How to Avoid Them in Saudi Arabia

Timely filing of Value Added Tax (VAT) returns is a critical compliance obligation for corporate taxpayers in Saudi Arabia. The…

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Late Filing Penalties for Corporate Tax and Zakat Returns in Saudi Arabia

Corporate taxpayers in Saudi Arabia are required to file Corporate Income Tax and Zakat returns on time to avoid significant…

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