Specialist Services

Contract review

Zakat and tax analysis of contracts before signing or during performance, with risks and obligations set out in a memorandum.

Who it is for

Businesses before signing major contracts, or contracts with foreign or related parties.

What it covers

  • Zakat and tax analysis
  • Risks and obligations
  • Recommendations memo

What you receive

  • A memo on the contract’s zakat and tax impact
  • Risks and obligations arising
  • Suggested wording for tax clauses

How we work

  1. Understand — We start with your business, structure and filing history.
  2. Analyse — We reconcile the financial statements and identify risks before any figure is filed.
  3. Deliver — We prepare, review and file on time, with a documented supporting file.
  4. Follow through — We handle queries and assessments until the year is fully closed.

Frequently asked

When should a contract be reviewed?

Before signing — especially large contracts or those with foreign or related parties.

Which tax clauses matter most?

Who bears tax and withholding (gross-up), VAT treatment, invoicing, and liability for penalties.

Zakati is an independent private advisory firm and is not affiliated with the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) or its “Zakaty” app. Published content is general guidance and does not constitute professional advice on any specific matter.