🛃 Saudi Customs Services Guide
ZATCA - Customs oversees customs duties collection and regulates import and export activities.
📦 Import Services
Import Steps
- Obtain commercial registration
- Register on Fasah platform
- Submit customs declaration
- Pay customs duties and VAT
- Customs inspection (if required)
- Receive release permit
Customs Duties
- General rate: 5%
- Some goods: Exempt or special rates
- VAT: 15%
- Additional excise tax (tobacco, soft drinks)
📤 Export Services
Export Steps
- Obtain required export licenses
- Submit export declaration
- Customs inspection (if required)
- Receive export approval
- Ship goods
💻 Fasah Platform
Fasah Services
- Electronic customs clearance
- Online payment of fees
- Track shipments
- Submit documents electronically
- Receive approvals
👤 Personal Imports
Personal Exemptions
- Personal belongings: Exempt
- Gifts: Up to SAR 3,000
- Cigarettes: 200 cigarettes
- Perfumes: Reasonable quantity for personal use
🚫 Prohibited Items
Prohibited from Import
- Drugs and psychotropic substances
- Weapons and ammunition (without license)
- Alcoholic beverages
- Indecent materials
- Pork and derivatives