SABER Platform: Your Gateway to Import Compliance in Saudi Arabia
The SABER platform is the official online gateway that streamlines product registration and the issuance of conformity certificates, ensuring all imported and locally manufactured products meet Saudi quality and safety standards before entering the market.
Launched by the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) in collaboration with the business services company Thiqa, SABER is a cornerstone of the Saudi Product Safety Program, known as “SALEEM.”
Why SABER Platform Matters
SABER is an integrated digital system that connects importers, local manufacturers, conformity assessment bodies (CBs), and Saudi Customs. Its main objectives include:
- Enhancing Product Safety:
Ensures all products comply with Saudi technical regulations and national standards. - Faster Customs Clearance:
Certificates are issued electronically and linked directly to Saudi Customs for efficient processing. - Preventing Non-Compliant Products:
Blocks entry of unqualified or non-compliant products into the Saudi market.
Who Benefits from the SABER Platform?
- Individuals: For importing personal goods or vehicles.
- Importers: For commercial import of consumer products.
- Government Entities: For importing regulated goods related to their sector.
- Local Manufacturers: For registering domestically produced consumer goods.
Types of Certificates on SABER
Most products require two key certificates to ensure compliance:
1. Product Certificate of Conformity (PCoC):
Proves that the product complies with relevant Saudi technical regulations and standards.
- Issued per product or model.
- Valid for one year.
- Includes product details, country of origin, manufacturer, etc.
2. Shipment Certificate of Conformity (SCoC):
Verifies that the shipment contains PCoC-certified products and meets import requirements.
- Issued per shipment.
- Valid only for the shipment it was issued for (typically valid for 60 days).
- Not reusable for other shipments.
How to Register on SABER: Step-by-Step
1. Create an Account
- Visit www.saber.sa
- Click “Create New Account.”
- Select the account type: Importer, Local Manufacturer, or Individual.
- Fill in business details (company name, commercial registration number, contact info).
- Commercial importers need a valid Saudi CR. Individuals require a national ID or residency permit.
- Complete registration and confirm via email or SMS.
2. Product Registration
- Log into your SABER account.
- Choose “Register New Product”.
- Enter the HS Code (Harmonized System Code) to classify the product correctly.
- Input product data: name, brand, origin, model number, images, packaging, and technical specs.
- Specify if the product is regulated under Saudi technical rules (e.g., electronics, toys, auto parts, construction materials).
- If not regulated, self-declaration may be sufficient.
- Choose an approved Conformity Assessment Body (CAB) based on specialization, reputation, and pricing.
- Upload required documents:
- Test report from an accredited lab.
- Manufacturer’s trade license (if available).
- Supplier’s declaration of conformity.
- High-quality product images.
- Once reviewed and approved, the CAB will issue your PCoC electronically. Valid for 1 year.
3. Shipment Certificate for Each Shipment
- Log in to your account.
- Select “Issue SCoC for Shipment.”
- Link the shipment to an active PCoC (if regulated).
- Fill in shipping details:
- Commercial invoice number
- Packing list
- Bill of lading or air waybill
- Quantity and model info for each product
- Any additional data required by SABER
- The same CAB that issued the PCoC will review the shipment documents.
- Pay the SCoC issuance fee via SADAD system.
4. Issuance of SCoC
- After approval and payment, the Shipment Certificate (SCoC) is issued electronically.
- It is automatically sent to Saudi Customs, making clearance smoother and faster.
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✅ Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: What is the SABER platform?
A: It’s an online system used to register products and obtain conformity certificates for imports into Saudi Arabia.
Q2: What are the two main certificates required?
A: Product Certificate of Conformity (PCoC) and Shipment Certificate of Conformity (SCoC).
Q3: Who needs to use SABER?
A: Importers, local manufacturers, individuals, and government entities importing consumer goods.
Q4: How long is the PCoC valid for?
A: One year per product or model.
Q5: Can one SCoC be reused for multiple shipments?
A: No. Each SCoC is valid for a single shipment only.
