Question 1

What import duties apply when shipping from South Africa to Saudi Arabia?

Accepted Answer

Goods shipped from South Africa to Saudi Arabia are subject to Most Favoured Nation (MFN) duty rates of 5% - 5% depending on the product's HS code classification. There is no bilateral trade agreement between these countries.

Question 2

What is the VAT/GST rate in Saudi Arabia?

Accepted Answer

Saudi Arabia charges VAT 15% on imported goods. This is calculated on the CIF value plus import duty.

Question 3

How long does shipping take from South Africa to Saudi Arabia?

Accepted Answer

Air freight: approximately 1 business days. Sea freight: approximately 14 business days

Question 4

What documents are needed to ship from South Africa to Saudi Arabia?

Accepted Answer

Required documents typically include: Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Lading or Airway Bill, and Customs Declaration Form.

HS Code	Description	General Rate	Preferential Rate
4602.19	Basketwork, wickerwork and other articles	5%	5%
6913.10	Ceramic statuettes and ornaments — porcelain	5%	5%
6913.90	Other ceramic ornaments	5%	5%
7013.99	Other glassware — decorative	5%	5%
9401.61	Upholstered wooden seats	5%	5%
9403.30	Wooden office furniture	5%	5%
9403.50	Wooden bedroom furniture	5%	5%
9403.60	Other wooden furniture	5%	5%
9701.10	Paintings, drawings, pastels — hand-executed	5%	5%
9701.90	Other paintings and drawings	5%	5%

Shipping from South Africa to Saudi Arabia