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Showing the VAT number on invoices

Got my VAT certificate. What must change on invoices?

The situation

After registration, tax invoices must show the VAT number and meet ZATCA e-invoicing rules, including a QR code for simplified invoices under Phase 1.

The law

  • ZATCA E-Invoicing Regulations (issued 4 December 2020): Phase 1 generation from 4 December 2021; Phase 2 integration from 1 January 2023 in waves
  • Saudi VAT Law (Royal Decree M/113), standard rate 15 percent from 1 July 2020: Standard VAT rate is 15 percent

What it means for you

Use a compliant e-invoicing solution, not spreadsheets or handwritten invoices. Charge 15 percent on standard supplies. Check whether a Phase 2 wave applies to you based on turnover.

What to do

  1. Update invoice template with VAT number.
  2. Use a compliant solution.
  3. Check your Phase 2 wave.

We can do this for youVAT registration with ZATCA: mandatory, voluntary and non-resident registration: SAR 1,500

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