Real Estate Development

Developer qualification

Reviewing the requirements, preparing documents, submitting the application and following it through to the qualification certificate.

Who it is for

Developers building residential units for sale who want to qualify with ZATCA.

What it covers

  • Requirement review
  • Documents and application
  • Qualification certificate

What you receive

  • The qualification file with its documents
  • Submission and follow-up
  • The qualification certificate

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

Who can qualify as a developer?

A developer building residential units for sale who meets ZATCA’s conditions and documentation requirements.

What is the benefit of qualifying?

It allows the developer to claim VAT refunds on construction purchases under the approved procedures.

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