Saudi real estate transaction tax calculator (RETT 5%)
Calculate Saudi 5% Real Estate Transaction Tax (RETT), first-time citizen homebuyer exemption up to SAR 1,000,000, and total purchase outlay. Free.
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About this tool
Calculate statutory 5% RETT on Saudi property purchases and factor in government first-home tax exemptions.
How to use it
- 1 Enter the agreed property purchase price in SAR.
- 2 Indicate whether you are a first-time Saudi home buyer.
- 3 Review the gross 5% RETT, government exemption subsidy, and net tax payable.
Questions
Who pays the RETT in Saudi Arabia?
By law, the seller is legally responsible for paying RETT to ZATCA before title deed conveyance, though contracts may negotiate cost allocation.
What is the RETT rate in Saudi Arabia?
The Real Estate Transaction Tax (RETT) is a flat 5% tax levied on the value of real property transfers, replacing the 15% VAT on real estate sales.
How much is the first-time home buyer exemption in Saudi Arabia?
The Saudi government bears the 5% RETT on amounts up to SAR 1,000,000 for Saudi citizens purchasing their first home, providing up to SAR 50,000 in tax savings.
Is my data uploaded?
No. This tool runs in your browser, so your text and files never reach our server.
Is this tool free?
Yes. It’s free to use with no sign-up and no limits for normal use.
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