If you run a small or medium-sized business in Saudi Arabia, you might have wondered: "Can I claim VAT input tax deduction from an invoice that doesn't contain my tax number?"

The short answer: Yes, you can for purchases with a value less than 1,000 SAR excluding VAT.

Simple Rule for Purchases Under 1,000 SAR

According to Article 53(1) of the VAT Implementing Regulations, when the value of taxable supplies is less than 1,000 Saudi Riyals (excluding VAT), the supplier can issue a simplified tax invoice which does not require:

✅ Mentioning the buyer's name
✅ Mentioning the buyer's address
✅ Mentioning the buyer's VAT number

What a Simplified Invoice Needs Only

To get a valid invoice for VAT input tax deduction, ensure the invoice contains:

• ✅ Complete supplier information (name, address, VAT number)
• ✅ Description of goods or services
• ✅ Issue date
• ✅ VAT amount shown separately
• ✅ Total amount including VAT
• ✅ QR Code

When Do You Need Your VAT Number?

Only when the value of taxable supplies exceeds 1,000 Saudi Riyals (excluding VAT), then the supplier must issue a standard tax invoice that requires mentioning all your details including your VAT number.

Practical Tips to Benefit from This Rule

1. Split Large Purchases

If your purchases from one supplier exceed 1,000 SAR, you can:

• Split them into separate invoices under 1,000 SAR
• Avoid the complexity of additional data requirements

2. Keep Simplified Invoices

Even if they don't contain your VAT number, these invoices are legally valid for recovery.

3. Carefully Review Amounts

Ensure the VAT amount stated in the invoice is correct.

Practical Examples

✅ Correct Example:

• Purchase office supplies worth 800 SAR (excluding VAT) + 120 SAR VAT = 920 SAR total
• Invoice contains supplier data and VAT amount
• No need for your VAT number
• Result: You can claim the VAT input tax deduction

❌ Example Needing Correction:

• Purchase computer worth 1,300 SAR (excluding VAT) + 195 SAR VAT = 1,495 SAR total
• Invoice doesn't contain your VAT number
• Result: Request a complete standard tax invoice

How Mezan Helps You?

With Mezan, you won't need to worry about invoice details:

• Automatic classification of invoices by type and amount
• Smart alerts for invoices that need review
• Accurate calculation of deductible VAT input tax
• Ready reports for ZATCA with one click

Conclusion

Don't hesitate to claim VAT input tax deduction for small purchases (goods value under 1,000 SAR excluding VAT) even if the invoice doesn't contain your VAT number. This is your legal right and doesn't require complex procedures.

Just ensure the supplier's data and VAT amount are correct, and keep invoices organized to avoid any future issues.

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