In 2019, the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) launched SABER as part of its efforts to support Saudi Vision 2030. SABER was introduced under the SALEEM Program to ensure higher product quality, safety, and regulatory compliance for goods entering the Saudi market.
SABER is an electronic conformity assessment platform developed by SASO to streamline product registration and certification for both imported and locally manufactured products in Saudi Arabia.
Key Functions of the SABER Platform
The SABER system provides beneficiaries with a single online portal to complete three main processes:
- Product registration for locally manufactured and imported goods
- Application for required conformity certificates for products intended for sale in Saudi Arabia
- Selection of SASO-approved certification bodies authorized to issue SABER certificates
Registration and Processing System of SABER
Developed by SASO, the SABER platform enables product registration and conformity certification for the Saudi market, and the SABER certificate cost is influenced by the product scope and required assessments.
Step 1: Create a SABER Account
Create an official account on the SABER electronic system to begin the product registration and certification process.
Step 2: Register Products Using the Correct HS Code
Ensure that each shipment is registered with the correct HS code.
>Identify the appropriate HS code for every imported product and register them accurately in the SABER system to avoid delays or rejections.
Step 3: Apply for Product Certificate of Conformity (PCoC)
Prepare all required technical documents and submit an application for the Product Certificate of Conformity (PCoC) through SABER.
These documents are reviewed by an SASO-approved certification body to confirm compliance with Saudi technical regulations.
Step 4: Apply for Shipment Certificate of Conformity (SCoC)
Once the PCoC is approved, review the commercial invoice carefully and apply for the Shipment Certificate of Conformity (SCoC) through the SABER system.
This certificate is mandatory to clear Saudi customs and allows the shipment to enter the Saudi market legally.
Product Certificate of Conformity (PCoC)
The Product Certificate of Conformity (PCoC) is mandatory for imported regulated products that fall under SASO technical regulations. SASO has issued specific technical regulations identifying products that require conformity assessment and the issuance of a product certificate before they can be placed on the Saudi Arabian market.
Through the SABER platform, importers must select a SASO-approved certification body to conduct the conformity assessment and issue the PCoC.
>The SABER certificate cost for a PCoC depends on the product type, applicable technical regulation, HS code, and required testing or documentation.
Common fixed government fees include:
PCoC government fee: 575 Saudi Riyals (SAR) per product—valid for 1 year
Testing fees: (If applicable, charged separately based on product and laboratory)
Certification body service fees: (Variable, depending on product complexity)
Obtaining the PCoC ensures that products comply with Saudi safety and quality standards, enabling smooth customs clearance and legal market access in Saudi Arabia.
Certificate of Self-Declaration (Self-Declaration)
A Self-Declaration Certificate is required for products that are non-regulated and not subject to any specific technical regulations, whether they are locally manufactured or imported.
The manufacturer or importer submits the self-declaration application through the SABER platform and is responsible for ensuring that the product complies with applicable Saudi regulations and standards.
Certificate of Authenticity and Conformity for Shipments (SCoC)
The Shipment Certificate of Conformity (SCoC) is mandatory for all imported products, including both regulated and non-regulated items, to complete the customs clearance process in Saudi Arabia.
For regulated products, the SCoC can only be issued after the Product Certificate of Conformity (PCoC) has been approved through the SABER platform.
For non-regulated products, the SCoC is issued after the Self-Declaration Certificate has been completed.
The SCoC confirms that the shipment details, including the commercial invoice, match the approved product information and comply with Saudi technical and import regulations.
Government SCOC fee: 402.5 Saudi Riyals (SAR) per shipment—fixed SABER system fee
Certification body service fee: (Varies based on shipment complexity and support required)
Obtaining the SCoC in advance ensures faster customs clearance, reduces port delays, and allows goods to enter the Saudi market smoothly and legally.
Who Is Eligible to Submit an Application for Saber Certificates?
To apply for any certificate through the SABER platform, registering a SABER account is mandatory. The SABER system is designed to ensure that only legally registered businesses can place products on the Saudi Arabian market.
Eligible Entities
Only the following entities are permitted to create a SABER account and submit applications for SABER certificates:
- Importers holding a valid Saudi Commercial Registration (CR)
- Local manufacturers with a registered business and production activity in Saudi Arabia
- These entities are responsible for ensuring that their products comply with SASO technical regulations, safety requirements, and applicable standards.
Important Eligibility Conditions
A Saudi Commercial Registration (CR) is compulsory
The CR must match the business activity related to the product being registered
Foreign exporters cannot apply directly without a Saudi-based importer or local entity
Without a valid Saudi CR, SABER certificates cannot be issued, and the products will not be cleared through Saudi customs.
What Are The Costs Associated With Obtaining a Certificate Of Conformity?
The cost to register conformance certifications through the platform Saber is 500 Saudi Riyals (SR) for each certificate, except certificates equivalent to those given by the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO), which are free to register. It is important to note that once the fees for a certificate of conformity have been paid, they cannot be reimbursed under any circumstances.
The cost to register conformance certifications through the platform is 500 Saudi Riyals (SR) for each certificate, except for certificates equivalent to those given by the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO), which are free to register.
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