A Sales Receipt is a crucial commercial document used in Qatar to document the exchange of goods or services for payment. It serves as both a legal record of transaction and a tax document, complying with Qatar's Commercial Code and VAT legislation implemented in 2019. The document must be issued for all commercial transactions and contains mandatory elements including merchant details, transaction information, itemized purchases, and VAT calculations. Sales Receipts are particularly important for businesses operating in Qatar as they help demonstrate compliance with local regulations, support tax reporting requirements, and provide necessary documentation for accounting purposes. They also serve as proof of purchase for consumer protection and warranty claims.

1. Merchant Information: Business name, commercial registration number, VAT registration number, address, and contact details

2. Receipt Number: Unique identifier for the transaction

3. Date and Time: Date and time when the transaction occurred

4. Item Details: List of purchased items including description, quantity, unit price, and total price per item

5. Subtotal: Sum of all items before tax and any adjustments

6. VAT Details: VAT amount and rate applied to the transaction

7. Total Amount: Final payment amount including all taxes and adjustments

8. Payment Method: Form of payment used (cash, card, etc.)

9. Transaction Reference: Payment authentication or reference number for electronic transactions