--- title: Bahrain VAT on Imports: System Configuration Requirements url: https://www.erpbahrain.com/compliance/vat-imports/system-configuration/ updated: 2026-10-09 publisher: BAHRAIN ERP (part of Shyphan AI Solutions Pvt Ltd) --- Compliance # Bahrain VAT on Imports: System Configuration Requirements The configuration areas involved in setting up VAT on imports in an ERP system. Quick answer VAT on Imports requirements in Bahrain are set by the National Bureau for Revenue (NBR). In an ERP, this affects: import shipments, customs documents, landed cost components, tax paid at import. - Import tax is captured per shipment - Landed cost includes the correct elements - Customs documents are attached This page is part of our Bahrain compliance series. Related topics: [VAT Registration](https://www.erpbahrain.com/compliance/vat-registration/), [VAT Invoice Fields](https://www.erpbahrain.com/compliance/vat-invoice-fields/). Apply them in [Zoho Books](https://www.erpbahrain.com/zoho/zoho-books/), [Odoo Accounting](https://www.erpbahrain.com/odoo/odoo-accounting/) or [ERPNext Accounting](https://www.erpbahrain.com/erpnext/erpnext-accounting/), and see [all compliance topics](https://www.erpbahrain.com/compliance/). Configuration ## What to Configure Where each setting lives differs by platform, so we map it during the project. **Configuration areas** | Configuration area | Purpose | | Shipment records | To be set per your confirmed requirements | | Landed cost rules | To be set per your confirmed requirements | | Import tax accounts | To be set per your confirmed requirements | | Document attachments | To be set per your confirmed requirements | Records ## Records Involved VAT on Imports affects how records are captured, approved and reported in your ERP. The rules come from the National Bureau for Revenue (NBR); this page only describes how a system can be set up to support them. - Import shipments - Customs documents - Landed cost components - Tax paid at import Controls ## Controls and Evidence **Controls and evidence** | Control | Evidence to keep | | Import tax is captured per shipment | Approval record, report or screenshot with date | | Landed cost includes the correct elements | Approval record, report or screenshot with date | | Customs documents are attached | Approval record, report or screenshot with date | | Supplier and customs invoices are reconciled | Approval record, report or screenshot with date | Setup ## How to Set Up VAT on Imports in an ERP **Setup steps** | Step | What to do | | 1. Confirm | Confirm the current requirement for VAT on imports with the National Bureau for Revenue (NBR) | | 2. Map records | Map import shipments, customs documents, landed cost components to ERP fields | | 3. Configure | Set up shipment records, landed cost rules, import tax accounts | | 4. Add controls | Enable the controls above, with approvals and logging | | 5. Test | Run the scenarios below with sample data and compare with expected results | | 6. Document | Record settings, owners and the review rhythm, then train users | Testing ## Test Scenarios Before Go-Live **Test scenarios** | Scenario to test | Expected result | | Try to break this control: import tax is captured per shipment | The system blocks or flags it, and the attempt is logged | | Try to break this control: landed cost includes the correct elements | The system blocks or flags it, and the attempt is logged | | Try to break this control: customs documents are attached | The system blocks or flags it, and the attempt is logged | | Try to break this control: supplier and customs invoices are reconciled | The system blocks or flags it, and the attempt is logged | | Run the process end to end with sample data | Reports reconcile with the transactions entered | People ## Who Is Involved **Roles** | Role | Responsibility | | Finance or HR lead | Owns the process and reviews exceptions | | Accountant or adviser | Confirms the rule and signs off configuration | | System administrator | Maintains settings, roles and logs | | Internal or external auditor | Tests controls and evidence | FAQ ## Compliance Questions - Where do these requirements come from? From the National Bureau for Revenue (NBR). We confirm the current requirement before configuring your system. - Who sets the rules for VAT on imports? The rules come from the National Bureau for Revenue (NBR). Always check current official sources. - What records are involved in VAT on imports? Import shipments, Customs documents, Landed cost components, Tax paid at import. - Can BAHRAIN ERP configure our system once rules are confirmed? Yes. We configure and test the system against the requirements your adviser confirms. - Which records does VAT on imports involve in an ERP? Import shipments; Customs documents; Landed cost components; Tax paid at import. - Which ERP controls support VAT on imports? Import tax is captured per shipment; Landed cost includes the correct elements; Customs documents are attached; Supplier and customs invoices are reconciled. - Which ERP settings should be reviewed for VAT on imports? Shipment records; Landed cost rules; Import tax accounts; Document attachments. Have More Questions? Book A Free Consultation [ Talk to Us ](https://www.erpbahrain.com/contact.html) Or, Email us at contact@erpbahrain.com ## Related Pages - [VAT on Imports guide](https://www.erpbahrain.com/compliance/vat-imports/) - [All compliance topics](https://www.erpbahrain.com/compliance/) - [Bahrain VAT on Imports: ERP Control Checklist](https://www.erpbahrain.com/compliance/vat-imports/erp-controls/) - [Bahrain VAT on Imports: Frequently Asked Questions](https://www.erpbahrain.com/compliance/vat-imports/faq/)