Destination guide · 2026-10-18

Importing into Saudi Arabia: duties, VAT and fees

What you pay at the border when goods arrive in Saudi Arabia, and how it changes by country of origin.

Duty is charged on: CIF value
Duty-free threshold: SAR 1,000 for courier parcels (duty only; VAT still applies).
VAT / sales tax: 15% VAT on CIF + duty.
Other fees: Customs service fees per declaration (carrier or broker).
Official tariff: ZATCA (Saudi customs)
Preferential agreements: GCC customs union

Preferential trade agreements

Origin	Agreement
United Arab Emirates	GCC customs union

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