GTL Summary:

Article 53 establishes the timeline for the law's implementation and initial registration. Clause 1 stipulates that the law becomes effective from the beginning of the financial year immediately following its publication date in the Official Gazette. Clause 2 introduces a specific, earlier deadline for registration, creating an exception to the general effective date. It mandates that any person with a legal obligation to register for tax purposes must complete their registration with the Authority. This registration must be finalised within a thirty-day period commencing from the date the law is published, establishing a distinct and early compliance requirement.

Document Type: Tax Law Article
Law: Value Added Tax Law
Article Number: 53
Country: πŸ‡ΈπŸ‡¦ KSA
Location: Chapter 18 - Final Provisions
Order: 53
Last updated at: 2025-12-19 09:23:03 UTC

Chapter 18 - Final Provisions

Article 53

  1. The Law shall come into force from the beginning of the financial year following the date of its publication in the Official Gazette.

  2. Notwithstanding paragraph 1 of this Article, any Persons obligated to register for Tax purposes shall register with the Authority within thirty days from the date of publication of the Law.

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