GATAVIA GLOBAL · Arabia Saudí
Short-term rentals in Saudi Arabia
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Tourism market in Saudi Arabia
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Short-term rental taxation
El alquiler pagado a un no residente puede quedar sujeto a retención doméstica del 5%
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El arrendamiento residencial que cumple condiciones está exento de VAT
Hoteles, guesthouses y serviced accommodation están sujetos a VAT al 15%
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VAT: registro obligatorio desde SAR 375.000; voluntario desde SAR 187.500
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La private tourist accommodation requiere permiso del Ministry of Tourism
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Gatavia Professionelles Dossier · Saudi Arabia
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Due diligence
Professional checks before purchasing, operating or converting short-term accommodation.
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Advanced regulation
In-depth analysis of requirements, restrictions, risks and regulatory scenarios.
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Professional taxation
Advanced tax treatment, scenarios and issues requiring special attention.
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Professional operations
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Investors
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Sources and reference authorities
Ministry of Tourism - Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Private Tourist Accommodation Facility RegulationsZakat, Tax and Customs Authority
VAT Registration for IndividualsZakat, Tax and Customs Authority
VAT Guideline - Recreation and Entertainment: Hotels and serviced accommodationZakat, Tax and Customs Authority
VAT Exemption of Real Estate SuppliesZakat, Tax and Customs Authority
General Guideline for Withholding TaxZakat, Tax and Customs Authority
Zakat General GuidelineZakat, Tax and Customs Authority
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