Saber exemption certificate & Self Declaration for non-commercial products

Products and shipments imported into the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia for personal or non-commercial purpose and not intended for trade or sale in the Saudi market are granted some exceptions in saber system for their entry into Saudi Arabia and need a saber certificate for non commercial product “Self Declaration certificate”.

Access to the exemption’s platform (saber non commercial login portal) is through entering the Saber platform, and applying for non-commercial products, and issuing a shipment certificate of conformity for those products that are not intended for trade or sale.

For companies that have an account in the Saber platform, they can access the non-commercial product service with the same login data, while for individuals they can register a new account to log in to the non-commercial product service.

• Products imported for personal use not require SASO COC
• Products imported by individuals for the purpose of construction or restoration.
• Equipment’s and tools used in manufacturing or in production lines.
• Products used in government projects or supplied to a government agency.

• Personal Use

  Personal imports are typically for individual consumption or use and are not intended for resale. Examples include:

  • Building Materials: Items like marble, ceramic tiles, bricks, toilets, water mixers, and other construction materials for personal housing projects.
  • Electronics: Devices such as laptops, smartphones, and home appliances for personal or family use.
  • Furniture: Household furniture and decor for personal living spaces.
  • Clothing and Accessories: Personal wardrobe items, including shoes, bags, and jewelry.
  • Sports and Hobby Equipment: Items like bicycles, gym equipment, or musical instruments for personal activities.
  • Personal Vehicles: Cars imported for private use, subject to specific regulations on model and condition.

  Non-Commercial Use

  Non-commercial imports refer to goods imported by companies or organizations for their internal operations and not for resale. Examples include:

  • Factory Equipment: Machinery and tools imported by a company for use in its factory operations.
  • Raw Materials: Essential materials like metals, fabrics, or chemicals required for a company’s production processes.
  • Office Equipment: Items like cashier units, desks, or electronics used in retail stores, offices, or warehouses.
  • Operational Machines: Devices such as printing machines, food processors, or packaging equipment used in day-to-day business operations.
  • Vehicles for Operations: Trucks, forklifts, or specialized vehicles used in company logistics or transportation.
  • IT and Networking Equipment: Servers, routers, and other technology required for internal infrastructure.

• The owner of the shipment / products sends the data of the imported products and shipments to Export2Gulf.
• The technical team studies the products and studies the reason for the saber exemption / finding the reason for the exemption.
• Export2Gulf Submit the technical and financial quotation, including all the details.
• Create a user account in Saber if it is not present.
• Complete technical requirements and any documents required to saber registration and exempt the shipment.
• Initiate the registration of the shipment / product on the Saber platform, submit the exemption request, and issue the shipment certificate of conformity.

• The commercial register in case the products were import by a Saudi company or establishment.
• Bill of lading / packing list
• Industrial Exemption Certificate / Manufacturing License (for factories only)
• A copy of the project contract or a letter stating the shipment data and the purpose of its use (for projects and government agencies)
• Self Declaration of conformity form by the suppliers