If you’ve ever worked in accounting or run any business in Saudi Arabia—or anywhere in the Gulf—you’ve probably heard of Tally Software. Maybe you’ve even used it. It’s reliable, simple, and gets the job done without the unnecessary fluff.

Now let’s answer the big question that raises a practical concern among SMEs and larger firms operating in both English and Arabic-speaking environments: Is Arabic supported natively within Tally?

What Does That Mean in Real Life?

If you're expecting all your Tally menus, reports, and interface options to show up in Arabic straight out of the box — you won’t be even a bit disappointed. Tally’s native interface is neither entirely in English nor in Arabic. It’s a multilingual software that supports Arabic.

But as with most things in tech, there's a bit more to the story. Let’s talk about what that really means for your day-to-day work, your team, and your business in the Kingdom.

Why Arabic Support in Accounting Software Even Matters

Let’s take a moment here — this isn't just about language preferences. In Saudi Arabia, Arabic isn’t optional. It’s essential.

• Your customers speak Arabic.

• Your team may be more comfortable using systems in Arabic.

• Your government documentation often requires Arabic.

• Thanks to ZATCA, regulations, invoices, and tax documents need to be clear and accurate — in Arabic or bilingual formats.

So it’s not just about comfort. It’s about compliance, clarity, and respecting your market.

The Tally Software Landscape in Saudi Arabia

It’s crucial to be clear on what we’re talking about. The company behind Tally Softwares is Tally Solutions Private Limited. Now it has a newer, more modern version: Tally Prime. Undoubtedly it’s trusted worldwide for handling accounting, inventory, compliance, payroll—you name it. In Saudi Arabia, Tally software has become quite popular among businesses that want an affordable, scalable accounting system to keep up with VAT rules and compliance mandates from authorities like ZATCA.

Also, it’s designed to adapt multiple languages for native support, and yes, that includes Arabic.

• You can switch your entire Tally interface to Arabic — menus, buttons, reports, everything.

• Simultaneously it’s possible to enter Arabic content into customer names, ledger details, item descriptions, or narration for vouchers. You can input everything in Arabic characters. This is useful for businesses that work with local vendors, suppliers, and clients who prefer Arabic documentation.

• Tally doesn't limit you to using English keyboards. If your team uses Arabic keyboards, the software supports native input—smoothly and accurately.

And the best part? It’s not a workaround. The dictionary is already shared by Tally. No third-party plugins are needed, which means you don’t have to download the dictionary from elsewhere.

Switching to Arabic in Tally — It’s Easier Than You Think

If you’ve used older versions of Tally in the past and struggled with language limitations, we get it. But with Tally Prime, switching to Arabic is actually super simple.

Here’s how it works:

• Make sure you have added the dictionary file shared by Tally Solutions to your software.

• Open TallyPrime and press F1. It’ll bring up the Help menu.

• Go to Settings, then click on Language.

• Select "Data Entry Language" — this controls the language you’ll use when entering information.

• Choose Arabic as your preferred input language.

• Hit Ctrl + A to save and apply your changes. That’s it!

Pro Tips:

Want to change the display language (the language of menus, buttons, etc.)?

• Just press Ctrl + K, or head to Settings > Language and pick Arabic from there.

• After setting Arabic as your data entry language, you’ll be able to type in Arabic throughout the software — from ledgers and stock names to invoices and notes.

Don’t forget: Ensure your computer has the Arabic keyboard layout installed, so you can type smoothly without any glitches.

How Easy is It to Use Tally in Arabic?

You don’t need to be an IT expert or a programmer to start using Tally Accounting Software in Arabic. The interface is clean, minimal, and easy to get used to.

Here’s what most users in KSA like:

Switching between languages is easy – You can work in English, switch to Arabic, or even allow users to pick their own language preferences. This flexibility is a lifesaver in bilingual environments — and let’s face it, most businesses in KSA are bilingual.

Zero learning curve – If your team already uses Excel or basic accounting software, Tally feels intuitive.

Support in Arabic – Many Tally Solutions Partners provide customer support in Arabic too. So, you’re never stuck.

So, if you’re a business owner, accountant, or decision-maker in Saudi Arabia wondering if Tally is right for your Arabic-speaking team, the answer is a confident yes.

If you are looking for an authorized partner for Tally Software KSA who can help you with VAT configuration, local setup, and ensure all those Arabic templates are ready to go, don’t hesitate to reach out to Penieltech.