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Tax & Zakat

Saudi Arabia Zakat, VAT, and Corporate Tax Compliance Certificate

Master Zakat, VAT and corporate tax in one compliance framework built on Saudi regulations, with worked examples, case studies and a practical compliance plan for your organisation.

• About 3 hours
• 6 modules • 12 lessons
• Level: Intermediate
• Arabic language
• Certificate of Completion

What you will learn Overview Course content Certificate Common Questions

What you will learn

• Analyse Zakat, VAT and corporate tax compliance frameworks as one system
• Calculate the Zakat base under the current implementing regulations
• Manage VAT registration, returns and reconciliations

• Apply e-invoicing (FATOORA) requirements across both phases
• Assess corporate income tax, withholding tax and transfer pricing obligations
• Build tax governance and a compliance plan that protects your organisation from penalties

Course overview

The tax environment in the Kingdom is evolving fast, from the new Zakat implementing regulations to the e-invoicing integration waves, with growing oversight from ZATCA. This course brings Zakat, VAT and corporate tax together in one path, so you see how the obligations connect instead of studying them in isolation.

Every lesson starts with clear objectives, followed by a simple explanation supported by worked examples and reference tables, and ends with a reflection question that links it to your own organisation. Each module ends with a short quiz with explained answers, followed by a final assessment that qualifies you for the certificate of completion.

Course content

6 modules • 12 lessons • 7 quizzes • about 3 hours

Module 1: Foundations of Global and KSA Taxation — 34 min

• النظام الضريبي في المملكة ودور هيئة الزكاة والضريبة والجمارك13 دقيقة
• الزكاة والضريبة: من يدفع ماذا؟13 دقيقة
• اختبار الوحدة الأولى: أسس الأنظمة الضريبية4 أسئلة

Module 2: Zakat Compliance Frameworks — 40 min

• الوعاء الزكوي وطريقة احتسابه16 دقيقة
• الإقرار الزكوي والتوثيق والربط16 دقيقة
• اختبار الوحدة الثانية: الامتثال للزكاة4 أسئلة

Module 3: VAT and E-Invoicing — 42 min

• ضريبة القيمة المضافة: التسجيل والتوريدات والإقرارات17 دقيقة
• الفوترة الإلكترونية (فاتورة): المرحلتان الأولى والثانية17 دقيقة
• اختبار الوحدة الثالثة: ضريبة القيمة المضافة والفوترة الإلكترونية4 أسئلة

Module 4: Tax Laws, Regulations and Governance — 44 min

• الإطار النظامي والغرامات18 دقيقة
• الحوكمة الضريبية والضوابط الداخلية والاستعداد للفحص18 دقيقة
• اختبار الوحدة الرابعة: الأنظمة والغرامات والحوكمة4 أسئلة

Module 5: Corporate Tax and Cross-Border Compliance — 34 min

• ضريبة دخل الشركات وضريبة الاستقطاع13 دقيقة
• أسعار التحويل والمعاملات عبر الحدود13 دقيقة
• اختبار الوحدة الخامسة: ضريبة الشركات والامتثال عبر الحدود4 أسئلة

Module 6: Applied Compliance and Sector Case Studies — 36 min

• دراسات حالة قطاعية14 دقيقة
• خطة امتثال عملية لمنشأتك14 دقيقة
• اختبار الوحدة السادسة: الامتثال التطبيقي4 أسئلة

Final assessment — 20 min

• التقييم النهائي10 أسئلة • النجاح 70%

Who is this course for?

• Finance managers and heads of accounts
• Accountants who prepare returns
• Tax consultants
• Internal auditors

• Compliance and governance officers
• Owners of small and medium businesses
• Leaders responsible for tax strategy
• Graduates looking to enter the field

Prerequisites

An accounting background helps but is not required. The explanations build up step by step from the basics.

Assessment

A short quiz after each module and a 10-question final assessment. The pass mark is 70%, with up to 3 attempts.

A certificate of completion from the Academy

When you complete all lessons and pass the final assessment with 70% or more, you receive a digital certificate of completion in your name that you can download and share with your employer or on your professional profile.

• Downloadable digital certificate
• Shows your name, the course title and completion date
• Suitable for training and professional development records

Common Questions

Does the course cover ZATCA requirements?

Yes. The course covers registration, returns, deadlines, penalties and e-invoicing requirements, with reminders to follow any updates ZATCA publishes.

Is the course suitable for beginners?

The level is intermediate, but the explanations start from the basics with simple examples, so a committed learner can follow it even without prior tax experience.

How long does the course take, and how long do I have access?

The content takes about 3 hours, and you can learn at your own pace for a full year from the date you enrol.

Does this course qualify me for official professional certifications?

The course builds useful knowledge for anyone preparing for professional tax certifications, but it is not an official preparation programme for any professional exam.

Which sectors benefit from the course?

All sectors subject to ZATCA regulations, including retail, contracting, healthcare, technology and multinational companies.

Can I enrol a whole team?

Yes. We offer group enrolment and progress tracking for organisations. Contact us and we will suggest the right plan for your team.

Want to train your team?

Group enrolment, progress tracking and a single invoice for your organisation.

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Price

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1-year access • Digital certificate of completion

This course includes

• 12 interactive lessons
• 6 short quizzes and a final assessment
• About 3 hours of content
• Worked examples and case studies
• Digital certificate of completion
• Learn on mobile or desktop

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