SASO Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization &SABER Certification for Exporting to Saudi Arabia

 Today, we would like to share information on a topic many of you have been curious about —

the certification system required for exporting products to Saudi Arabia.

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About SASO

Saudi Arabia operates certification systems through a national authority dedicated to enhancing product safety and quality.
You may already be familiar with SASO, which stands for:

Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization

SASO is a government-affiliated body responsible for:

• Establishing national standards

• Supervising quality management

• Regulating measuring instruments

• Market surveillance

• Managing the SABER system

SASO defines technical regulations for many product categories such as electrical and electronic devices, food-contact materials, textiles, machinery, and more.
It also establishes testing and inspection methods, oversees national measurement systems, and maintains quality control frameworks.

To protect consumer safety within the domestic market, SASO performs inspections, market monitoring, and operates recall systems.
In addition, the organization continually updates regulations to ensure alignment with international standards.

SASO also operates SABER, an online certification platform designed to efficiently handle the conformity assessment of imported products.

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SABER Certification for Exporting to Saudi Arabia

Most products exported to Saudi Arabia require registration and certification through the SABER system, including:

• P-CoC (Product Certificate of Conformity)

• S-CoC (Shipment Certificate of Conformity)

SABER is an online platform operated by the Saudi government for product registration, conformity assessment, and verification of HS code requirements.

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P-CoC (Product Certificate of Conformity)

• Issued once per model

• Valid for approximately 1 year

• Requirements vary depending on product category

• Requires submission of test reports proving compliance with relevant Technical Regulations (TSF)

S-CoC (Shipment Certificate of Conformity)

• Issued for every shipment

• Mandatory for Saudi customs clearance

• Includes pre-shipment inspection and document review

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Overall SABER Certification Process

1. The Saudi importer creates an account on SABER.

2. Based on the HS code, the importer checks applicable technical regulations and certification requirements.

3. The importer registers the product in SABER and selects a certification body.

4. Required documents such as test reports, product photos, and technical files are submitted.

5. After document review, the P-CoC is issued.

6. At the time of shipment, commercial invoices and packing lists are submitted to obtain the S-CoC.

7. The S-CoC is presented during customs clearance.

8. After completing all processes, the product can be legally distributed within Saudi Arabia.

This system ensures regulatory clarity, prevents non-compliant products from entering the market, and improves overall national quality standards.
SASO sets and manages the regulatory framework, while SABER serves as the practical platform for product and shipment certification.

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Additional Mandatory Labels (Depending on Product Type)

• Electrical & electronic products: IECEE Recognition Certificate

• Specific safety-related products: GSO Mark

• Energy efficiency products: EER Label

Exporters must also ensure compliance with technical regulations, preparation of test documentation, proper Arabic labeling, and timely certification renewals.

Saudi Arabia is known for its strict and continuously evolving import regulations, making thorough preparation essential for exporters.

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SASO Certification systems required for exporting to Saudi Arabia

 

Today, I’d like to explain the certification systems required for exporting to Saudi Arabia, something many of you have asked about.

Saudi Arabia operates several certification programs through its national authority responsible for product safety and quality—SASO, a name you may already be familiar with.

SASO (Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization)
is the Saudi government agency that oversees:

• Establishment of national standards

• Quality control and supervision

• Regulations for measuring instruments

• Market surveillance

• Operation and management of the SABER system

SASO defines technical regulations for a wide range of products such as electrical and electronic goods, food-contact materials, textiles, machinery, and more. It develops testing and inspection methods, oversees the national metrology system, and enforces quality control measures.

To ensure the safety of products distributed in the domestic market and to protect consumers, SASO conducts inspections and operates a recall system. It also continuously updates regulations for alignment with international standards.

SASO additionally manages SABER, an online certification platform designed to streamline compliance verification for imported products.

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Exporting to Saudi Arabia: SABER Registration & Certification

Most products exported to Saudi Arabia require registration in SABER and completion of the certification procedures (CoC / P-CoC + S-CoC).

SABER is the online platform managed by the Saudi government for product registration and conformity assessment. Exporters must use this system to register products, check HS-code requirements, and obtain the necessary certificates.

1. P-CoC (Product Certificate of Conformity)

• Issued once per model

• Valid for approximately 1 year

• Requirements vary by product category

• Requires test reports proving compliance with the relevant Saudi technical regulations (TSF)

2. S-CoC (Shipment Certificate of Conformity)

• Issued for every shipment

• Mandatory for customs clearance

• Includes document review and pre-shipment checks

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SABER Certification Process

1. The Saudi importer creates an account on SABER.

2. The importer checks the applicable technical regulations and requirements based on the HS code.

3. The importer registers the product and selects a certification body.

4. Required documents (test reports, product photos, technical files, etc.) are submitted.

5. After review, the certification body issues the P-CoC.

6. At the shipping stage, commercial invoices and packing lists are submitted to obtain the S-CoC.

7. The S-CoC is required for Saudi customs clearance.

8. Once all procedures are completed, the product can be officially distributed in the Saudi market.

The purpose of these regulations is to ensure clarity, transparency, and the prevention of non-compliant products entering the market, ultimately improving national quality standards.

SASO is responsible for establishing the regulations, while SABER serves as the operational platform that manages product and shipment certifications according to these rules.

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Additional Mandatory Labels (Depending on Category)

• Electrical & electronic products: IECEE certification

• Certain safety products: GSO Marking

• Energy-related products: EER Label

Companies exporting to Saudi Arabia must pay close attention to:

• Technical regulation compliance

• Preparation of test documentation

• Arabic labeling requirements

• Certification renewal cycles

Saudi Arabia remains one of the most demanding markets in terms of regulatory requirements, and these regulations continue to tighten.

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