XML Invoice
فاتورة XML
📖 Definition
XML Invoice is the machine-readable electronic invoice format required by ZATCA. The XML file contains all invoice data in UBL 2.1 format, including digital signature, QR code data, and previous invoice hash.
In everyday Saudi accounting work, xml invoice matters because it affects invoice accuracy, financial reporting, tax filing, or ZATCA compliance depending on the transaction.
📖 التعريف بالعربية
فاتورة XML هي صيغة الفاتورة الإلكترونية القابلة للقراءة آلياً المطلوبة من زاتكا. يحتوي ملف XML على جميع بيانات الفاتورة بمعيار UBL 2.1، بما في ذلك التوقيع الرقمي وبيانات رمز QR وهاش الفاتورة السابقة.
💡 Example
When a sale is recorded in Qeemah, the system generates a UBL 2.1 XML invoice, signs it with your CSID, and submits to ZATCA.
عند تسجيل عملية بيع في قيمة، ينشئ النظام فاتورة XML بمعيار UBL 2.1 ويوقعها بشهادة CSID ويرسلها لزاتكا.
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.
Automate XML Invoice with Qeemah
Qeemah accounting software handles xml invoice automatically, ensuring ZATCA compliance and reducing manual work.