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
- 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
- The Saudi tax system and the role of ZATCA13 min
- Zakat vs tax: who pays what?13 min
- Module 1 quiz: Tax system foundations4 questions
Module 2: Zakat Compliance Frameworks — 40 min
- The Zakat base and how to calculate it16 min
- Zakat returns, documentation and assessments16 min
- Module 2 quiz: Zakat compliance4 questions
Module 3: VAT and E-Invoicing — 42 min
- VAT: registration, supplies and returns17 min
- E-invoicing (FATOORA): Phase 1 and Phase 217 min
- Module 3 quiz: VAT and e-invoicing4 questions
Module 4: Tax Laws, Regulations and Governance — 44 min
- The legal framework and penalties18 min
- Tax governance, internal controls and audit readiness18 min
- Module 4 quiz: Regulations, penalties and governance4 questions
Module 5: Corporate Tax and Cross-Border Compliance — 34 min
- Corporate income tax and withholding tax13 min
- Transfer pricing and cross-border transactions13 min
- Module 5 quiz: Corporate tax and cross-border compliance4 questions
Module 6: Applied Compliance and Sector Case Studies — 36 min
- Sector case studies14 min
- A practical compliance plan for your organisation14 min
- Module 6 quiz: Applied compliance4 questions
Final assessment — 20 min
- Final assessment10 questions • 70% to pass
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.
Price
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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