ZATCA Reminds Saudi Businesses to File September and Q3 2026 VAT Returns by October 31

ZATCA Reminds Saudi Businesses to File September and Q3 2026 VAT Returns by October 31

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia — 20 October 2026

The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) has urged businesses subject to Value Added Tax (VAT) in Saudi Arabia to submit their VAT returns for September or the third quarter of 2026, as applicable, no later than October 31, 2026.

According to ZATCA, establishments with annual supplies exceeding SAR 40 million are required to file their September VAT returns, while establishments with annual supplies of SAR 40 million or less are required to file their VAT returns for the third quarter of 2026.

Late Filing Penalties

ZATCA has encouraged taxpayers to submit their returns and make the relevant payments promptly through its digital services to avoid penalties.

Failure to file a VAT return within the prescribed period may result in a fine ranging from 5% to 25% of the tax that should have been declared, as stated in the authority's announcement.

How Businesses Can Obtain Assistance

Businesses seeking further information about VAT can contact ZATCA through its unified call centre at 19993, the @Zatca_Care account on X, email at info@zatca.gov.sa, or the instant chat service available on its official website.

Key Takeaway

VAT-registered businesses in Saudi Arabia should review their applicable filing period, submit the relevant return by October 31, 2026, and settle any tax due in accordance with the applicable requirements.

Official Source: Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA), announcement dated 20 October 2026.

Disclaimer: This article is an informational summary of the supplied announcement and does not constitute tax or legal advice.