The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) has launched a new digital service called Business Consultant (مستشار الأعمال) to help businesses, importers, exporters and customs brokers identify the Zakat, tax and customs obligations applicable to their business activities in Saudi Arabia.
Announced on 8 November 2026, the service aims to make it easier for businesses to understand their regulatory obligations and improve compliance from the early stages of business operations or when expanding their activities.
What is the Business Consultant service?
The Business Consultant is an online self-service tool that analyses information provided by businesses and identifies the potential Zakat, tax and customs obligations applicable to their activities.
Based on the information entered, the system provides immediate results along with relevant guidance to help businesses understand their compliance requirements.
How does it work?
The service follows a simple three-step process:
- 01
Company information
- Company name
- Whether the establishment is resident in Saudi Arabia
- Nationality of the owners
- Whether the company operates in a Special Economic Zone (SEZ) or Regional Headquarters (RHQ)
- 02
Company activities
- Whether the company conducts commercial activities in Saudi Arabia
- Whether it supplies goods or services locally
- Import activities and restricted or prohibited goods
- Real estate activities
- Excise goods activities
- 03
Income information
- Payments made to non-resident persons
- Expected annual company revenue
After submitting the required information, the system generates an overview of the taxes and obligations that may apply to the business, along with relevant guidance.
Why is this important for businesses?
Understanding tax and regulatory obligations is essential for businesses operating in Saudi Arabia. The new service can help businesses:
- Identify potential Zakat and tax obligations.
- Understand VAT and other applicable tax requirements.
- Identify customs-related obligations.
- Improve awareness of regulatory requirements.
- Make informed decisions before starting or expanding business activities.
How to access the service
Businesses can access the service directly through ZATCA's official electronic services portal.
Open the Business ConsultantSource: Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA), official announcement, 8 November 2026.
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