import from south korea: below are the numbers that actually matter in Saudi practice — rates, transit times, paperwork — with Modjo ready to run it end to end.
The rules of the lane: Commercial importing into Saudi Arabia needs four things: a CR with import activity, a FASAH importer number, the right certificates (SABER for most goods, SFDA for food/cosmetics/medical), and a cleared declaration — duty mostly 5% plus 15% VAT. First-time setup takes days; each shipment clears in 1–3 working days.
On the South Korea lane specifically: sea freight to Saudi ports takes 18–28 days and air 3–5 days; typical cargo includes vehicles and parts, electronics, appliances, petrochemical equipment. Main routings: Busan to Jeddah and Dammam. Korean vehicles and appliances are staples of the Saudi market. Brand-authorised parts channels clear smoothly; parallel-import electronics face closer IMEI and conformity checks.
Everything above applies to import from south korea directly — send your details and get exact figures.
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A CR with import activity, FASAH importer number, product certificates, and a customs declaration — or an importer of record if you lack a Saudi entity.
Commercial import requires a registered establishment; personal shipments follow separate simplified rules.