Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority outlines steps to cancel unique number via taxpayer account

The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority has explained the process for submitting a request to cancel the unique number and the steps required to deactivate registration through the taxpayer’s account, in response to a follower’s inquiry.

The authority stated via its “Ask Zakat, Tax and Customs” account on X that a request to deactivate the unique number can be made if the commercial registration is cancelled, the license is revoked, or the license is transferred. This is provided there are no active records for the taxpayer from other parties, and that all outstanding dues up to the date of cancellation, revocation, or transfer have been settled.

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Steps to deactivate the unique number

The authority clarified that the request can be submitted by logging into the taxpayer’s account and following these steps:

1- Select the “Zakat and Tax Management” icon.

2- Choose “Other Services” from the dropdown menu.

3- Click on “Deactivate Unique Number/Branch Service.”

4- Create a new request and complete the required details.

5- Specify the type of deactivation by selecting “Deactivate Unique Number.”

6- Indicate the reason for deactivation and attach the necessary documents.

The authority emphasized the importance of meeting all requirements and settling any outstanding dues before submitting the deactivation request to ensure the process is completed according to approved regulations.