What is ZATCA e-invoicing (FATOORA)? Phase 2 Requirements

ZATCA e-invoicing (branded FATOORA) is Saudi Arabia's mandatory electronic-invoicing regime, run by the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority. Phase 1 required structured e-invoices; Phase 2 requires invoices to be cryptographically stamped and integrated with ZATCA for near-real-time clearance and reporting.

Every VAT-registered business must comply, with Phase 2 rolled out in waves by taxpayer size. Your ERP or accounting system must generate compliant XML invoices, apply the cryptographic stamp and QR, and integrate with the ZATCA platform.

SBS makes Odoo, Microsoft Dynamics 365 and other ERPs fully ZATCA Phase-2 compliant — invoice format, stamping, QR, and the ZATCA integration — so you clear invoices without disrupting operations.

Frequently asked questions

What is ZATCA e-invoicing (FATOORA)?

It is Saudi Arabia's mandatory electronic-invoicing system; Phase 2 requires cryptographically stamped invoices integrated with ZATCA for near-real-time clearance.

What does ZATCA Phase 2 require?

Phase 2 requires integrated invoicing: compliant XML, a cryptographic stamp and QR code, and real-time integration with the ZATCA (FATOORA) platform.

Is ZATCA e-invoicing mandatory?

Yes — it is mandatory for VAT-registered businesses in Saudi Arabia, with Phase 2 enforced in waves by taxpayer size.

How does SBS make my ERP ZATCA-compliant?

SBS configures Odoo, Dynamics 365 and other ERPs for ZATCA Phase 2 — invoice format, cryptographic stamp, QR and the ZATCA integration.