Looking for delayed customs clearance? Here is the practical picture for Saudi Arabia — real costs, timelines and requirements — and Modjo handles the whole process for you.
The short version: The clearance file: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, certificate of origin and conformity certificates. Most delays come from mismatched documents or certificates issued after arrival — both preventable before the vessel sails.
With documents and SABER certificates ready before arrival, release takes 1–3 working days at Jeddah, Dammam or Riyadh Dry Port. Customs clearance in Saudi Arabia runs through the FASAH platform under ZATCA (the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority). The standard duty is 5% of CIF value (range 0–25% by HS code), plus 15% VAT on CIF + duty.
With delayed customs clearance, certificates ready before sailing beat any discount on freight.
Leave your number — a specialist replies within 30 minutes during Saudi working hours.
1–3 working days with complete documents and valid SABER certificates; airport clearance can finish within hours.
Mostly 5% of CIF value (0–25% by HS code) plus 15% VAT on CIF + duty; GCC-origin goods enter duty-free.