Saudi tax regulations are evolving quickly as ZATCA aligns with global tax standards. Businesses operating locally and internationally require precise, future-proof tax structures that minimize risk while enabling expansion. Mavins helps clients navigate Saudi, GCC, and international tax regulations through strategic planning designed to protect value, reduce exposure, and support long-term growth.

Our Service Offerings

1.Cross-Border Tax Structuring

Designing international structures for efficiency and compliance.

Includes:

  • Holding and operating structure design
  • Treaty benefit analysis
  • Withholding tax planning
  • Permanent establishment (PE) assessment
  • Restructuring of existing group structures

Use Case Example
A UAE-based group expanding into KSA risked creating unintended PE and unnecessary WHT exposure. We designed a compliant operating model and contractual structure, lowering tax leakage by 31%.

2.Transaction Tax Advisory

Ensuring that M&A and investments are structured tax efficiently.

Includes:

  • Tax due diligence
  • Acquisition structuring
  • Capital gains tax analysis
  • Cross-border financing arrangements

Use Case Example
A Saudi investor purchasing a European technology firm engaged Mavins for tax due diligence. We identified unfavorable asset allocation and redesigned the structure, protecting the client from potential multi-million SAR tax liabilities.

3. International Tax & Transfer Pricing

Ensuring compliance with global standards, including OECD rules.

Includes:

  • Transfer pricing documentation (Local, Master, CbC)
  • Value chain assessment
  • Intercompany policy review
  • Benchmarking studies

Use Case Example
A regional group faced transfer pricing challenges after expanding into Egypt and Bahrain. Our TP documentation eliminated the risk of penalties and strengthened their tax defense position.

4.VAT & Indirect Tax Advisory

VAT remains one of the fastest-changing regulatory areas.

Includes:

  • VAT implementation & review
  • VAT compliance health check
  • Supply chain VAT impact modeling
  • Reverse charge & cross-border implications

Use Case Example
A multinational logistics company required a VAT review after repeated ZATCA inquiries. Our recommendations corrected structural issues, preventing significant penalties.