1 Import Guide IMPORT GUIDE: KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA

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1 1 Import Guide IMPORT GUIDE: KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA Effective from Jan 2012

2 2 Import Guide IMPORT GUIDE: KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA The customs administration in Saudi Arabia has announced more stringent application of existing requirements; these come into effect from January DHL in Saudi Arabia are already in touch with regular importers to prepare them for these changes. What this means for you the UK Exporter Applies only to shipments with a value exceeding US$ When sending to a company the Importer s Commercial Registration number needs to be quoted on the invoice & Waybill 2. When sending to an individual their Saudi identification number or passport number must be quoted on the invoice and/or Waybill 3. Quote the HS code (6 digits) along with a full product description on the invoice 4. Check whether your product needs certification from the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) or a CRF (Clean Report of Findings) or COC (Certificate of Conformity). Certificates must be from a recognized inspection company in the country of origin & must accompany the invoice 5. Check whether your product needs approval prior to export from one of the Saudi Arabian ministries; Ministry of Information (MOI) Saudi Food & Drug Authority (SFDA), Communications & Information Technology Commission (CITC). Includes; Electronics, Chemicals, Cosmetics, Telecommunications, Vitamins, Food, Books & Medicines For shipments under US$100 (All of Saudi Arabia) Non document shipments, under US$100 and not mentioned on the list of commodities need only a detailed invoice from the shipper to clear through customs formalities into Saudi Arabia. Contents Sending to Jeddah or Riyadh 3 Sending to Dhahran 3 Sending Telecommunications equipment 4 Sending Drugs, Medicines or Vitamins 4 Sending Cosmetics or Food 5 Sending to Private individuals 5 What can your importer/consignee do to help 6 Useful websites 6 Prohibited and Restricted Commodities 7 Controlled goods into Saudi Arabia 8 Commodities needing safety certification prior to import (SASO certification) For COO: contact your Local Chamber of Commerce For COC/CRF/ SASO Certification there are a number of certification bodies including; SGS Group, Bureau Veritas & Interek For further information please contact your Account Manager or Customer Services 9

3 Import Guide 3 Sending to Riyadh & Jeddah goods valued between US$100 & US$2,500 Sending to commercial entities 1. The Importer s Commercial Registration number needs to be quoted on the invoice & Waybill 2. Quote the HS code (6 digits) along with a full product description on the invoice 3. Check whether your product needs certification from the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) Sending to private individuals across Saudi Arabia 1. The personal identification (Iqama) number for personal imports by a Saudi or foreign national for shipments valued over $US100 must be quoted on the Waybill or invoice if known at the time of shipping. DHL will contact all individuals on arrival if this information is not available 2. Personal Imports of Medicines, Drugs & Vitamin supplements to individuals is not allowed 4. Check whether your goods need Ministerial approval prior to import Goods valued over US$2,500 All of the above plus a Certificate of Origin Sending to Dhahran goods valued between US$100 & US$13,250 Sending to commercial entities 1. The Importer s Commercial Registration number needs to be quoted on the invoice & Waybill 2. Quote the HS code (6 digits) along with a full product description on the invoice 3. Check whether your product needs certification from the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) 4. Check whether your goods need Ministerial approval prior to import Goods valued over US$13,250 All of the above plus a Certificate of Origin

4 4 Import Guide IMPORT GUIDE: KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA Sending Telecommunications equipment to any destination in Saudi Arabia All wireless telecommunications equipment Wireless computers Networking equipment All IT equipment GPS equipment Satellite communication equipment Cell phones and Smart Phones Certain Wi-Fi routers If shipments arrive for clearance but your consignee does not have the necessary approvals then delays will occur before clearance. Sending to commercial entities The Importer s Commercial Registration number needs to be quoted on the invoice & Waybill Quote the HS code (6 digits) along with a full product description on the invoice Check whether your product needs certification from the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) Approval is needed from Communications & Information Technology Commission (CITC). This approval will be granted to the importer in Saudi Arabia by CITC Sending to Riyadh or Jeddah for shipments exceeding US$2,500 a Certificate of Origin (COO) is also required Sending to Dhahran for shipments exceeding US$13, 250 a Certificate of Origin (COO) is also required Sending to individuals / personal imports The personal identification (Iqama) number for personal imports by a Saudi or foreign national for shipments valued over $US100 must be quoted on the Waybill or invoice if known at the time of shipping. Electronic items for personal use cannot exceed 4 of the same item. Over this and the shipment will be classed as a commercial shipment and will require CITC and / or SASO approval prior to importation Sending Medicines, prescription Drugs, Vitamins or Vitamin supplements to any Saudi Arabia destination The Saudi Arabian Customs Regulations require that the following products and commodities require SFDA approval prior to entry clearance into Saudi Arabia; Medications and pharmaceuticals (prescription and non prescription) Laboratory chemicals and solutions Reagents and diagnostics Dietary supplements including vitamins Cosmetics and perfumes Sending to commercial entities The Importer s Commercial Registration number needs to be quoted on the invoice & Waybill Quote the HS code (6 digits) along with a full product description on the invoice Check whether your product needs certification from the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) Approval is needed from Saudi Food & Drug Agency. This approval will be granted to the importer in Saudi Arabia. Sending to Riyadh or Jeddah for shipments exceeding US$2,500 a Certificate of Origin (COO) is also required Sending to Dhahran for shipments exceeding US$13,250 a Certificate of Origin (COO) is also required Sending to individuals / personal imports Individuals cannot import items that need SFDA approval

5 Import Guide 5 Sending Cosmetics or Food to any Saudi Arabia destination The Saudi Arabian Customs Regulations state that the following products and commodities require SFDA approval prior to entry clearance into Saudi Arabia; Medications and pharmaceuticals (prescription and non prescription) Laboratory chemicals and solutions Reagents and diagnostics Dietary supplements including vitamins Cosmetics and perfumes Sending to commercial entities The Importer s Commercial Registration number needs to be quoted on the invoice & Waybill Quote the HS code (6 digits) along with a full product description on the invoice Check whether your product needs certification from the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) Approval is needed from Saudi Food & Drug Agency. This approval will be granted to the importer in Saudi Arabia. Sending to Riyadh or Jeddah for shipments exceeding US$2,500 a Certificate of Origin (COO) is also required Sending to Dhahran for shipments exceeding US$13,,250 a Certificate of Origin (COO) is also required Sending to private individuals When sending to an individual their Saudi identification number (Iquama) or passport number must be quoted on the invoice and/or Waybill Quote the HS code (6 digits) along with a full product description on the invoice When sending commercial quantities check whether your product needs certification from the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) When sending to Riyadh or Jeddah for shipments exceeding US$2,500 a Certificate of Origin (COO) is also required When sending to Dhahran for shipments exceeding US$13,,250 a Certificate of Origin (COO) is also required When sending electronic items for personal use, you cannot exceed 4 of the same item. Over this and the shipment will be classed as a commercial shipment and will require CITC and / or SASO approval prior to importation No items needing SFDA approval can be imported by a private individual NOTE: Shipments of Medicines, Prescription Drugs, Vitamins or Vitamin Supplements, Cosmetics and Food cannot be imported by individuals. Only a commercial entity can import with SFDA approval. Cosmetics in low quantities that are clearly for individual & personal use are permitted. Sending to individuals / personal imports Individuals cannot import items that need SFDA approval For COO: contact your Local Chamber of Commerce For CRF / COO / SASO there are a number of certification bodies including; SGS Group Bureau Veritas & Interek For further information please contact your Account Manager or Customer Services

6 6 Import Guide IMPORT GUIDE: KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA How your consignee or importer can help 1. The consignee/importer s Company Registration is provided to DHL in Saudi Arabia 2. Provide DHL in Saudi Arabia with customs clearance authorization enabling DHL to clear on their behalf. This is required for all goods over USD$100 and applies whether shipping to commercial entities or individuals 3. Gain Saudi Food & Drug Agency (SFDA) approval before export from the UK for Food, Medicine, Drugs, Cosmetics & Vitamin supplements 4. Check whether a SASO certification is needed 5. Gain approval from the Communications & Information Technology Commission (CITC) Electronics & Telecommunications equipment 6. High value clearances will require original authorization for each import declaration. Destination Jeddah & Riyadh US$2,500 & Dhahran US$13,250. Useful Websites For the Government of Saudi Arabia SASO Saudi Arabian Standards Organization SFDA - Saudi Food & Drug Authority MOCI - Ministry of Commerce & Industry CITC - Communications & Information Technology Commission For SASO Certification Bodies If you need to have goods certified prior to export then please check which of these service providers have an agreement with SASO for your country of origin. SGS Group Intertek Bureau Veritas

7 Import Guide 7 Prohibited & Restricted Commodities The following goods are not allowed to be imported into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia under any circumstances and will be destroyed upon arrival at the Saudi border. Prohibited & Restricted Commodities Alcoholic beverages Alcohol distilling equipment All animal blood products All kinds of Liquor, or items containing liquor as an ingredient All narcotics without exception regardless of form.(including poppy seeds) Annoying car horns or horns that play tunes Antiques & Works of Art (Standard DHL restriction) Asbestos Blank invoices for companies established abroad Christmas Trees Counterfeit products that bear the brand of a manufacturer or brand name of a commercial product, or a commercial title, (Over & Above DHL Restrictions) Crosses, Crucifixes or stars of David Dangerous goods, hazardous or chemical combination materials (Over & above DHL restrictions) Dogs except with permission from the Saudi Arabian embassy in origin country (live Animals Banned for Carriage with DHL Express) Explosives except by licensed importers (Over & above DHL restrictions) Firearms & parts thereof (Over & above DHL restrictions) Frogs meat Furs & Ivory (Standard DHL Restriction) Gambling devices or Slot machines Gemstones (Standard DHL Restriction) Jewellery (Standard DHL restriction) Label and packing material (can be imported only if consignee has a license agreement with the shipper or with permission from the customs authority) Laser pens or pointers Masks Massage equipment indecently packaged Musical greeting cards Night vision binoculars or similar items Nutmeg, seeds & powder thereof Phonographic/Audio Visual media products, subject to authorization by the Ministry of Information Pigs (Swine) and pork products Pornography Postal envelopes Soil samples Spawn of silk-worms, any kinds of soil, leaf, stem, straw and natural manure used for agriculture, Tobacco advertising materials Used tires or retread tires

8 8 Import Guide IMPORT GUIDE: KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA Controlled Goods into Saudi Arabia This section covers a range of commodities that require specific authority to import into the Kingdom from various government ministries or require certificates of conformance from the shipper Description Books Cards containing electronic information e.g. Satellite TV cards, ID cards, Maps Chemicals Compact discs music or data files Computer games Cosmetics and perfumes Dietary supplements including vitamins DVD s GPS equipment Ink Products Laboratory chemicals and solutions Magazines Medications and pharmaceuticals (prescription and non prescription) Photographic media Reagents and diagnostics Satellite communication equipment Toner Wireless computer and networking equipment Wireless telecommunications equipment Ministry Of Information (MOI) Ministry Of Information (MOI) Ministry Of Commerce And Industry (MOCI) Ministry Of Information (MOI) Ministry Of Information (MOI) Saudi Food & Drug Authority (SFDA) Saudi Food & Drug Authority (SFDA) Ministry Of Information (MOI) Communications And Information Technology Commission (CITC) Ministry Of Commerce And Industry (MOCI) Saudi Food & Drug Authority (SFDA) Ministry Of Information (MOI) Saudi Food & Drug Authority (SFDA) Ministry Of Information (MOI) Saudi Food & Drug Authority (SFDA) Communications And Information Technology Commission (CITC) Ministry Of Commerce And Industry (MOCI) Communications And Information Technology Commission (CITC) Communications And Information Technology Commission (CITC)

9 Import Guide 9 Items that require SASO certification (Pre export CRF) Group 1 -Toys Group 2 - Electronics and Electrical Products

10 10 Import Guide IMPORT GUIDE: KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA Group 2 - Electronics and Electrical Products (continued)

11 Import Guide 11 Group 2 - Electronics and Electrical Products (continued)

12 12 Import Guide IMPORT GUIDE: KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA Group 3 - Automotive Products (continued) Group 4 - Chemical Products

13 Import Guide 13 Group 5 - Others

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