We are committed to maintaining close communication and proactively meeting your evolving needs. As part of our continuous efforts to enhance our services and stay aligned with regulatory developments, we are pleased to inform you that we added e-invoicing in Saudi Arabia and Jordan to Hinawi ERP, which is in full compliance with the official requirements in each country.
What is E-Invoicing in Saudi Arabia?
It is the process of issuing, storing, and sharing invoices in an electronic format (not paper or regular PDF) according to the Zakat, Tax, and Customs Authority (ZATCA) requirements.
What is the purpose of E-Invoicing?
To combat commercial concealment and tax fraud
To increase financial transparency
To simplify tax collection and tracking
Main Components of an E-Invoice:
Invoice number
Issue date
Seller and buyer names
Tax Registration Number (TRN)
Item or service details
Total amount before and after VAT
VAT rate and amount (15%)
QR Code or digital signature (Phase 2)
How does it work in simple steps?
Invoice creation: Using an approved accounting system like Hinawi ERP
Digital signature (Phase 2): The invoice is digitally signed using a certificate
Submission to ZATCA: The system connects to ZATCA’s platform and sends invoice data automatically
Approval or rejection: The invoice gets a reference number upon approval
Invoice sharing: The invoice with the QR code is shared with the customer
Important Notes:
The accounting software must be ZATCA-approved
Invoices cannot be modified once issued
E-Invoicing is mandatory for all VAT-registered taxpayers
What is E-Invoicing in Jordan?
It is the process of issuing and documenting invoices electronically through a government-approved system by the Income and Sales Tax Department (ISTD) to enhance tax control and increase transparency.
What is the purpose of Jordan’s E-Invoicing system?
To reduce tax evasion
To document commercial transactions
To improve tax collection
To support the digital economy transformation
Who is responsible?
The Income and Sales Tax Department (ISTD) is the official authority responsible for implementing and overseeing the e-invoicing system.
How does E-Invoicing work in Jordan?
The accounting software is integrated with the national e-invoice system (JOFOTARA)
Invoices are issued electronically and digitally signed through the software
The invoice is submitted to the JOFOTARA portal for approval
A reference number is received upon approval
The approved invoice is delivered to the customer
What information is included in an e-invoice?
Seller and buyer names
Tax registration numbers
Details of goods or services
Amounts before and after sales tax
General Sales Tax rate (16%)
Invoice number and issue date
Approved reference number from the system
