Phase 1 requirements — generate and store e-invoices electronically

Phase 1 focuses on issuing and storing sales invoices and credit/debit notes electronically under ZATCA requirements. It has been enforceable since 4 Dec 2021. Phase 2 is enforced by rollout waves after notification.

Key benefits of meeting Phase 1 requirements with Haseem

  • Issue sales invoices and credit/debit notes in a structured workflow, ready to send to customers

  • Keep invoices and notes stored electronically in a way that's easy to retrieve when needed

  • Reduce operational risk with clearer controls around documents after issuance

  • Clear understanding of what's required in practice: what to issue and what to store

  • Haseem is compliant with Phase 1 requirements, so you start on the right foundation

FAQ

Yes. Phase 1 has been enforceable since 4 Dec 2021 and requires electronic generation and storage of invoices and notes.
Phase 1 is generation & storage. Phase 2 is integration, enforced by rollout waves after notification.
It depends on the invoice type: Simplified tax invoices: QR is mandatory. Tax invoices: QR is optional.
Yes — for simplified tax invoices in Phase 2, the QR must be Phase 2 compliant.
No. Rollout waves apply to Phase 2, not Phase 1.

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