Certification Introduction

For the export of construction machinery to Saudi Arabia, it is necessary to pass the SABER mandatory conformity certification system implemented by the Saudi Arabian Standards Organization (SASO), which is an essential requirement for import customs clearance and market access. After the implementation of the new regulation on January 1, 2025, all exported construction machinery must complete certification through the SABER system before the cargo arrives at the port. The original letter of commitment and certificates applied for after arrival at the port are no longer recognized. Non-compliant goods will be detained during customs clearance and incur additional costs. Certification is divided into two categories: PCoC (Product Certificate of Conformity) and SCoC (Shipment Certificate of Conformity).

Laws and Regulations

The core regulation is the SABER conformity assessment system for imported products issued by the Saudi Arabian Standards Organization (SASO), and all imported construction machinery are included in the scope of mandatory control. If construction machinery contains GCC uniformly controlled components such as low-voltage electrical equipment, it also needs to comply with the relevant requirements of the GCTS electronic certification system of the Gulf Standardization Organization (GSO). The control level of a specific product needs to be verified with the HS code on the official SASO platform for the latest requirements.

Technical Requirements

Product safety and performance must comply with the corresponding Saudi SASO standards or unified GSO Gulf standards. Construction machinery with electrical functions must additionally meet GSO requirements for electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) and low voltage (LVD); Test reports must be issued by ISO 17025 accredited laboratories and meet the requirements of SASO/GSO standards; Products must be marked with information such as country of origin, compliance standard number, etc. Documents need to provide technical specifications and parameter materials in English/Arabic versions; Some high-risk products may require additional factory inspection or sampling testing.

Certification Process

Confirm the product control category, and complete the SABER system account registration by a local Saudi importer or authorized representative;

Submit product technical data and qualified test reports issued by accredited laboratories to apply for the PCoC Product Certificate of Conformity. Obtain the certificate after approval. PCoC is usually valid for 1 year, and can be reused for multiple shipments of the same product within the validity period;

Before each batch of shipment, submit the shipment information of this batch in the SABER system, associate the valid PCoC certificate, and apply for the SCoC Shipment Certificate of Conformity;

Obtain the electronic SCoC certificate after approval, and the certificate is carried with the goods for customs clearance.

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