Excise Tax Saudi Arabia
Complete excise tax registration, compliance, and return filing for businesses manufacturing, importing, or dealing in excisable goods in Saudi Arabia.
Businesses that manufacture, import, release from a designated zone, or hold stock of excisable goods must register for excise tax with ZATCA. Intelli Solutions provides complete excise tax registration, return preparation, inventory reconciliation, and ZATCA compliance management for affected businesses across Saudi Arabia.
Excise Tax Rates in Saudi Arabia
| Product Category | Excise Rate | Applies To |
|---|---|---|
| Tobacco and tobacco products | 100% | Cigarettes, cigars, shisha, e-cigarettes |
| Energy drinks | 100% | Drinks stimulating mental or physical activity |
| Carbonated drinks (sweetened) | 50% | Fizzy drinks with added sugar/sweetener (excl. water) |
| Sweetened beverages | 50% | Non-carbonated drinks with added sugar/sweetener (2022+) |
| Electronic smoking devices / e-liquids | 100% | Devices and liquids used in e-cigarettes and vaping |
Excise tax is calculated on the retail selling price or the CIF import value, depending on the transaction. Detailed valuation rules apply for each product category.
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