Transportation Allowance
بدل النقل
📖 Definition
Transportation allowance is a common employee benefit in Saudi Arabia, typically 10% of the basic salary or a fixed amount. Not always included in GOSI calculation unless specified in contract.
In everyday Saudi accounting work, transportation allowance matters because it affects invoice accuracy, financial reporting, tax filing, or ZATCA compliance depending on the transaction.
📖 التعريف بالعربية
بدل النقل هو ميزة شائعة للموظفين في السعودية، عادة 10% من الراتب الأساسي أو مبلغ ثابت. لا يُدرج دائماً في حساب التأمينات الاجتماعية إلا إذا نُص عليه في العقد.
💡 Example
Company policy provides SAR 500 fixed transportation allowance or 10% of basic salary, whichever is higher.
سياسة الشركة توفر 500 ريال بدل نقل ثابت أو 10% من الراتب الأساسي، أيهما أعلى.
When this term matters
Invoices
Use the correct term and value before issuing ZATCA-compliant invoices or credit notes.
Reports
Map it to the right account, tax field, or compliance report to avoid reconciliation gaps.
Compliance
Keep the Arabic and English meaning aligned when working with auditors, ZATCA, or customers.
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