E-invoicing has become an essential part of doing business in Saudi Arabia after ZATCA (the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority) required all applicable establishments to link their systems with the Fatoora platform. In this guide, we explain step by step how your business can easily connect its accounting system to the Fatoora platform through Riv-ERP.
What is the Fatoora Platform?
The Fatoora platform is the electronic portal launched by ZATCA to receive and validate electronic tax invoices, as part of the second phase of the e-invoicing project known as “Integration Phase”.
Why Is Integration with Fatoora Important?
- Full compliance with tax regulations and avoidance of penalties.
- Faster issuance and approval of tax invoices.
- Reduced human error from manual data entry.
- Reliable electronic archiving of all issued invoices.
Steps to Integrate Riv-ERP with Fatoora
1. Registering on the Fatoora Platform
The customer first creates an account on ZATCA’s portal and obtains the authentication certificate required for the integration process.
2. Setting Up Business Data in Riv-ERP
The tax registration number and business details are entered into the system to ensure they match the data registered with the Authority.
3. Linking the Digital Certificate
Riv-ERP’s technical support team links the authentication certificate issued by the Authority to the business account within the system.
4. Testing the Trial Issuance
Before final activation, trial invoices are issued to confirm the format complies with the Authority’s requirements (XML and QR Code).
5. Activation and Go-Live
After successfully passing the testing stage, the integration is activated so that invoices are issued and approved automatically and instantly.
How Riv-ERP Simplifies This Process
Riv-ERP provides a simplified interface for managing the Fatoora integration without requiring deep technical expertise, along with instant notifications if any invoice is rejected or contains an error, allowing the business to correct it quickly before missing any regulatory deadline.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is integration required for all businesses?
Yes, all establishments subject to VAT are required to integrate according to the timeline set by the Authority for each group of taxpayers.
What happens if an invoice is rejected by the Authority?
The system immediately notifies the user of the rejection reason so they can correct the data and resubmit without delay.
If your business needs a smooth and fast integration with the Fatoora platform, the Riv-ERP team is ready to help you at every step of your tax compliance journey.
