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Saudi Arabia VAT Calculator

Last reviewed 16 October 2026

Saudi VAT at 15%, with the ZATCA details that matter — thresholds, Fatoora e-invoicing, and the deadlines they actually enforce.

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Saudi Arabia’s 15% VAT

Saudi Arabia introduced VAT in 2018 at 5% and tripled it to 15% in July 2020 — still a single standard rate today. Supply categories are split between standard-rated, zero-rated (exports, international transport, qualifying medicines and equipment) and exempt (certain financial services, bare land and some real-estate transactions).

Zero-rated matters if you export: no VAT is charged and related input VAT can generally be reclaimed. Exempt supplies are different — no VAT charged, but the input VAT behind them is usually not recoverable.

Riyals at 15%

  • SAR 1,000 net → SAR 1,150 (VAT SAR 150).
  • SAR 1,150 ÷ 1.15 = SAR 1,000 net.
  • SAR 4,000 net → SAR 4,600; SAR 23,000 gross → SAR 20,000 net (VAT SAR 3,000).

Registration, filing and e-invoicing

  • Mandatory registration: when taxable supplies exceed SAR 375,000 over the previous 12 months (or are expected to within the next 30 days). Voluntary registration is available from SAR 187,500.
  • Filing: VAT returns are filed monthly or quarterly depending on turnover, with payment due by the end of the month following the period — and ZATCA is known for applying the deadlines firmly.
  • E-invoicing (“Fatoora”): resident businesses must issue invoices through ZATCA-compliant e-invoicing systems, phased in generation waves since 2021 — worth checking before you invoice Saudi customers.
  • Authority: the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) administers VAT; invoices typically need to be issued in Arabic or bilingual Arabic/English.

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Saudi VAT questions

What is the VAT rate in Saudi Arabia?

15% — a single standard rate since July 2020, when it rose from the original 5%. Some supplies are zero-rated or exempt.

When must a Saudi business register for VAT?

When taxable turnover exceeds SAR 375,000 in 12 months (or is expected to within 30 days). Voluntary registration is possible from SAR 187,500.

How do I remove 15% VAT from a price?

Divide by 1.15. SAR 1,150 including VAT becomes SAR 1,000 net with SAR 150 of VAT.

What is Fatoora e-invoicing?

ZATCA’s mandatory electronic invoicing system for resident businesses, rolled out in phases since 2021. Invoices must be generated through compliant software and reported to ZATCA.

Are exports zero-rated in Saudi Arabia?

Yes — exports are generally zero-rated, meaning no VAT is charged and related input VAT can usually be recovered, subject to ZATCA conditions.

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