Specialist Services

Zakat & tax due diligence

Before an acquisition or partnership: reviewing returns and payments for the years in scope and setting out liabilities and risks in a clear report.

Who it is for

Investors and buyers before an acquisition, partnership or merger.

What it covers

  • Returns and payments review
  • Liabilities and risks
  • Due diligence report

What you receive

  • A zakat and tax due diligence report
  • Current and contingent liabilities
  • Recommendations for negotiation and contract protections

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 is due diligence needed?

Before acquiring, partnering with or merging with a business.

How many years does it cover?

Usually the years still open to ZATCA audit, with scope set by the deal.

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.