Saudi Arabia Corporate Tax 2021
Calculate Zakat (2.5%) and Corporate Tax (20%) based on Ownership
Introduction
🎯 What
Estimates corporate income tax payable by non-Saudi and non-GCC entities operating in Saudi Arabia.
👥 Who
Foreign-owned companies, Mixed-ownership companies, Finance managers, Accountants, and Investors.
💡 Why
To calculate estimated corporate tax liability for compliance, financial planning, and reporting.
🏢 Company Details
📊 Income & Expenses
⚙️ Tax Adjustments
Depreciation, charitable contributions
💵 Tax Liability
Enter values to compute Tax.
Detailed Calculation Steps
Corporate Tax Slabs & Rates 2021
Standard Corporate Tax Rate
- Flat Rate: 20% (No multiple slabs)
- Applies ONLY to non-Saudi and non-GCC ownership
- Saudi & GCC ownership → Zakat applies (2.5%)
- Mixed ownership → Proportional rates
Formula: Corporate Tax = Taxable Profit × 20% × Foreign Ownership %
Allowances & Deductions
- Operating expenses
- Approved depreciation
- Loss carryforward (subject to limits)
- Business-related expenses only
- Non-deductible: Personal expenses, fines, Zakat/tax paid
Calculation Examples
Example 1: 100% Foreign Owned
Revenue: SAR 1,000,000 | Expenses: SAR 600,000
Taxable Profit = 1,000,000 − 600,000 = 400,000
Corporate Tax = 400,000 × 20% = SAR 80,000
Example 2: Mixed Ownership (40% Foreign)
Revenue: SAR 2,000,000 | Expenses: SAR 1,200,000 | Foreign Ownership: 40%
Taxable Profit = 800,000
Foreign Portion = 800,000 × 40% = 320,000
Corporate Tax = 320,000 × 20% = SAR 64,000
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do Saudi companies pay corporate tax?
A: No, Saudi-owned companies pay Zakat instead.
Q: What is the corporate tax rate in 2021?
A: Flat 20% on foreign ownership share.
Q: Is loss deductible?
A: Losses may be carried forward subject to rules.
Q: What about mixed ownership?
A: Profit is apportioned by ownership percentage. Foreign portion pays 20% tax, Saudi portion pays 2.5% Zakat.
Q: Is this calculator official?
A: No, it is for estimation only.
Disclaimer: This Saudi Arabia Corporate Tax Calculator 2021 is for informational purposes only. Tax rules are based on Saudi Income Tax Law and ZATCA guidance (2021). Actual tax liability may differ based on assessments and adjustments. ANTIGRAVITY does not provide legal, tax, or financial advice.