ZATCA Urges Establishments to Submit VAT Returns for March and Q1 2026
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ZATCA reminded Saudi Arabian businesses subject to VAT to file their tax returns for March 2026 (for establishments with goods and service revenues exceeding SAR 40 million) or the first quarter of 2026 (for those with annual supplies not exceeding SAR 40 million) by no later than April 30, 2026. The authority warned that a fine of 5-25% of the tax value due will be imposed for failure to file within the specified period. Businesses may file through ZATCA's website or mobile application.
“The deadline for submission is no later than April 30, 2026.”
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ZATCA issued a compliance reminder for VAT-registered establishments in Saudi Arabia regarding the filing of March 2026 or Q1 2026 VAT returns. Establishments with revenues exceeding SAR 40 million must file monthly returns for March 2026, while those with revenues of SAR 40 million or less must file quarterly returns for Q1 2026. The compliance deadline is April 30, 2026.
Affected businesses in Saudi Arabia should ensure timely submission of their VAT returns through ZATCA's official platform or mobile application to avoid penalties ranging from 5% to 25% of the tax due. Businesses seeking guidance can contact ZATCA through its 24/7 call center, social media channels, or website chat function.
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- 2026-04-21
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5-25% of the value of the tax that must be declared
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21 April 2026
The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) urged business sector establishments subject to VAT, with goods and service revenues exceeding SAR 40 million to file their tax returns for the March 2026, while urging businesses whose annual supplies do not exceed SAR 40 million to submit their returns for the first quarter of 2026. The deadline for submission is no later than April 30, 2026. ZATCA has called on establishments to file their tax returns immediately through its website (zatca.gov.sa) or to file and pay them through ZATCA’s App. A fine shall be imposed for failure to file the tax returns within the specified period. The minimum fine shall be 5% whereas the maximum fine 25% of the value of the tax that must be declared. In the meantime, ZATCA invites taxpayers of business sector who wish to learn more about VAT to reach out through the call center unified No. (19993), operating 24/7, or "Ask Zakat, Tax and Customs" account on (X) platform (@Zatca_Care), or through email (info@zatca.gov.sa), or by instant chat on the website (zatca.gov.sa). The VAT is a tax law in force in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, as an indirect tax imposed on all goods and services that are bought and sold by businesses, with a few exceptions.
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