From 1 October 2025, all products imported into Saudi Arabia – both regulated and non-regulated – will require a Shipment Certificate before a Customs Declaration (Bayan) can be submitted. Bayan is the National Electronic Single Window for international trade and transport reporting in Saudi Arabia.

What does this mean for you?

A Shipment Certificate will be required for every consignment.
No Bayan submission without the certificate.
Delays in obtaining the certificate may lead to clearance issues and extra storage costs.

Risks of non-compliance

Failure to comply may result in:

Missed delivery deadlines
Additional port charges
Demurrage fees

How to prepare

Apply for Shipment Certificates as soon as shipping documents are available.
Build in extra lead time for approvals in your logistics planning.

✅ Stay ahead of the change to keep your supply chain running smoothly.

29 Sep 2025 at 10:32 am

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