Extension of ZATCA’s Penalty Relief Initiative

Extension of ZATCA's Penalty Relief Initiative: Financial Relief and Compliance for Taxpayers

The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) has extended the “Cancellation of Fines and Exemption of Financial Penalties” initiative by the Minister of Finance for another six months until June 30, 2025. With exclusions from several financial penalties under all tax rules, this ruling provides much-needed assistance to taxpayers throughout the Kingdom.

Among the fines covered by the program are those for late tax registration, late tax payment, and late tax return filing. Penalties for VAT return errors, infractions of the rules surrounding e-invoicing, and general VAT rules have also been removed. It is worth noting that it does not affect fines paid prior to the effective date of the initiative, penalties arising from returns that are due after December 31, 2024, or those penalties that come from tax fraud.

Taxpayers must ensure that they enroll with ZATCA to file any unfiled or missed tax returns to benefit from the program. They also have to pay the principal tax amount due on filed or revised returns. For taxable persons who have significant tax obligations, taxpayers may also request an installment payment plan. All payments should be made as per the conditions of the installment agreement that has been approved by the authority, and this plan should be applied for within the active period of the initiative.

By posting a condensed guideline on its official website, ZATCA has made the specifics of this endeavor clearly available. This guidance describes the precise circumstances in which taxpayers can take advantage of the exemption, explains in detail which penalties are covered, and guides taxpayers through the application process for installment plans. It further clarifies the consequences of field infractions, especially those pertaining to VAT and electronic invoicing. Before this extension expires in June 2025, the ZATCA encourages taxpayers to make the most of it.

By doing this, they can guarantee that their tax responsibilities are met while also removing or lessening the financial burden of penalties. Taxpayers are invited to contact ZATCA’s unified call center at 19993 for any inquiries or additional information, as support is always accessible.

Accurate Guidance on ZATCA's Extended Tax Penalty Exemption Initiative

Extension of the “Cancellation of Fines and Exemption of Financial Penalties” initiative up to June 30, 2025, by Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority, has been a valuable opportunity for Saudi taxpayers. In this regard, the initiative works to reduce various tax penalties for both individuals and business organizations, alleviating financial stress.

It spans a variety of penalties, including late tax registration, late payments, and returns. It also removes fines associated with errors in VAT returns and violations of e-invoicing regulations. By extending this initiative, ZATCA promotes compliance and opens a door for taxpayers to rectify past oversights without piling up extra financial burdens.

Taxpayers will be able to take advantage of this program if they are registered with ZATCA and file all outstanding tax returns. They have to pay the principal tax amounts due on those filings. ZATCA allows taxpayers who are subject to heavy tax liabilities to enter into an installment payment plan, which helps businesses manage cash flow while fulfilling obligations.

Accurate can be a significant source of aid for businesses moving through this turbulent landscape. For years, this business formation service in KSA has been specifically focused on clients’ tax questions and compliance: ensuring that proper filings are in place and getting them done to the letter by the deadline. Accurate may help reduce exposure to risks while maximizing the availability of benefits within initiatives.

The extension of this program is a timely reminder for taxpayers to reassess their obligations. In the face of agencies such as Accurate, businesses can easily navigate their tax responsibilities while at the same time minimizing penalties. Taxpayers are urged to act promptly before the initiative runs out in June 2025 to fully enjoy this opportunity to ease their financial burdens.