What is Form Q7B?
The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) has digitalized many of these processes: Electronic Filing : DTAA benefits are now primarily claimed through the ZATCA Electronic Portal Flexibility
Pro tip: After completing each section, use the “Validate” button (if available) to catch missing mandatory fields before saving.
Residency Verification: It typically includes or accompanies a Tax Residency Certificate (TRC) to prove the recipient is a resident of the treaty partner country. Accessing the Form
Improve Cash Flow: By applying for "Benefit at Source," companies can pay the reduced treaty rate immediately rather than paying the full domestic rate and waiting for a refund later.
Purpose: It allows non-residents to apply for reduced Withholding Tax (WHT) rates or full exemptions on payments like dividends, royalties, and services.
| Authority | Phone (MST) | Email | Website |
|---|---|---|---|
| MISA – Central Desk | +966 11 288 0000 | invest@misa.gov.sa | https://invest.sa |
| King Abdullah Economic City (KAEC) – Investor Services | +966 13 883 0000 | investor@kaec.net | https://kaec.net/investor |
| Jazan Economic City – Licensing Department | +966 7 842 0000 | licensing@jec.gov.sa | https://jec.gov.sa |
| Ras Al‑Khair – Free‑Zone Authority | +966 3 862 0000 | info@rak.gov.sa | https://rak.gov.sa |
| Saudi Embassy (for document attestation) | Varies by country | Check local embassy website | https://embassies.mofa.gov.sa |
Summary: The best feature of the "free" Q7B is that it allows you to legally pay a foreign vendor without incurring a 5% penalty, provided you file it before initiating the wire transfer. You can download the blank PDF form for free from ZATCA’s website or use the free online portal.