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Saso-saber certificate Saudi Arabia

If you are exporting or importing products into Saudi Arabia, obtaining a SABER Certificate in Saudi Arabia is mandatory under SASO regulations. Without SABER approval, your shipment cannot clear Saudi customs.

At Qdot International, we help manufacturers, exporters, and Saudi importers obtain SABER certification quickly and compliantly, with comprehensive documentation support.

What is the SABER Certificate in Saudi Arabia?

The SABER system is an online platform introduced by SASO (Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization) under the SALEEM program.

It is used to register products and issue conformity certificates before goods are shipped to Saudi Arabia.

SABER certification ensures that imported products:

  • Meet Saudi technical regulations
  • Comply with safety standards
  • Follow quality requirements
  • Are legally approved for customs clearance

Who Needs a SABER Certificate?

You need SABER registration if you are:

  • A Saudi importer
  • An international manufacturer exporting to KSA
  • A trading company shipping regulated goods
  • An e-commerce seller sending products to Saudi Arabia

Without SABER approval:

  • Shipments may be rejected
  • Customs clearance will be delayed
  • Products may be returned or refunded

Types of SABER Certificates

Product Certificate of Conformity (PCoC):

  • Issued per product
  • Valid for 1 year
  • Required for regulated products
  • Based on the technical regulation

Shipment Certificate of Conformity (SCoC):

  • Issued per shipment
  • Required for customs clearance
  • Linked to a valid PCoC

Both certificates are mandatory for regulated products entering Saudi Arabia.

Regulated vs Non-Regulated Products

Regulated Products:

Products covered under Saudi Technical Regulations, such as:

  • Electrical products
  • Cosmetics
  • Construction materials
  • Automotive spare parts
  • Toys
  • Food contact materials

These require:

  • Product testing
  • PCoC
  • SCoC

Non-Regulated Products:

Require:

  • Self-declaration
  • SCoC

Our experts help classify your product correctly using HS Code verification.

SABER Certificate Process (Step-by-Step)

Here is the complete SABER approval process:

  • Step 1 – Product Classification
    Identify whether your product is regulated or non-regulated.
  • Step 2 – SABER Registration
    Create an importer account on the SABER platform.
  • Step 3 – Upload Documents
    Required documents include:
    • Commercial invoice
    • Product test reports
    • ISO certificate (if available)
    • Product photos
    • HS code details
  • Step 4 – PCoC Issuance
    For regulated products, the certification body reviews documents and issues the Product CoC.
  • Step 5 – Shipment Certificate (SCoC)
    Before shipment, request SCoC linked to the approved PCoC.
  • Step 6 – Customs Clearance
    Goods clear through Saudi customs after SABER validation.

SABER Certificate Cost in Saudi Arabia

The SABER certificate cost depends on:

  • Product category
  • Testing requirements
  • Certification body fees
  • Number of products
  • Shipment frequency

Typical cost components include:

  • SABER platform registration fee
  • Certification body review fee
  • Product testing cost
  • SCoC issuance fee

Contact Qdot for a customized cost estimate based on your product category.

How Long Does SABER Certification Take?

Timeline depends on product type:

  • Non-regulated products: 2–4 working days
  • Regulated products (with valid test reports): 5–10 working days
  • Products requiring new testing: 2–4 weeks

We ensure fast-track approval with proper documentation review.

Common Challenges in SABER Approval

Many importers face:

  • Wrong HS code classification
  • Rejected test reports
  • Incorrect technical regulation selection
  • Missing documents
  • Delays in SCoC issuance

Our compliance team prevents delays and ensures smooth processing.

Why Choose Qdot for the SABER Certificate in Saudi Arabia?

  • Experienced ISO & compliance consultants
  • Fast documentation review
  • Support for regulated & non-regulated products
  • Coordination with approved certification bodies
  • End-to-end support until customs clearance

We provide complete assistance from product registration to shipment approval.

📧 Email: info@isoqdot.com or Call/WhatsApp: +966 54 509 9175

FAQ's

For regulated items, yes. For non-regulated products, self-declaration is required along with a shipment certificate.

No. A Saudi-based importer account must initiate the application in SABER.

It depends on the product category and documentation. With Qdot, the process is managed efficiently.

Typical documents include product specifications, test reports, HS code, SDS, manuals, product photos, and invoices.

PCoC is valid for one year. SCoC is required for each shipment.

SALEEM is the safety program. SABER is the online system used to implement it.

Customs may block, delay, or return the shipment.

No. Certificates must be issued before the shipment leaves the origin.

Yes. Qdot facilitates all conformity steps with approved certification bodies.

Yes. Qdot provides complete end-to-end handling.