Saber Certificate: Essential Guide for Product Compliance in Saudi Arabia

If you're planning to export products to Saudi Arabia, there's one term you need to be familiar with: Saber Certificate. Whether you're a manufacturer, trader, or distributor, ensuring your goods meet the Kingdom’s regulatory standards is critical — and Saber is the system that makes it happen.

The Saudi government has made significant efforts in recent years to streamline trade and protect consumers by enhancing product quality and safety. As part of these efforts, the Saber platform was launched to digitize the process of obtaining conformity certificates for regulated products.

 What is a Saber Certificate?

The Saber Certificate is an official product registration and clearance certificate issued through Saudi Arabia’s online Saber system. It ensures that imported or locally manufactured products comply with the Saudi Standards, Metrology and Quality Organization (SASO) regulations.

It’s a mandatory requirement for all regulated products entering the Saudi market. The Saber system replaced the older manual process and is now the gateway to demonstrating that your goods meet safety, quality, and environmental standards.

 What is the Saber Platform?

The Saber platform is an electronic system developed by SASO to manage the registration, evaluation, and issuance of conformity certificates. It allows:

• Importers to register products for conformity assessment

• Certification bodies to evaluate and approve product compliance

• Traders to clear goods at customs faster

• There are two main types of certificates issued through Saber:

• Product Certificate of Conformity (PCoC) – for regulated products, valid for 1 year

1. Shipment Certificate of Conformity (SCoC) – issued for each shipment, based on a valid PCoC

Who Needs a Saber Certificate?

If you're exporting or selling regulated products in Saudi Arabia, you need a Saber Certificate. This applies to:

• Foreign manufacturers
• Importers
• Distributors and suppliers in Saudi Arabia
• E-commerce sellers sending goods to the KSA

• Products covered include electronics, toys, cosmetics, textiles, building materials, and even food contact products.

👉 If your goods are not registered in Saber, they will be blocked at customs — leading to delays, penalties, or return of shipment.

🔧 How to Get a Saber Certificate

Here’s a simplified breakdown of the Saber certification process:

Step 1: Product Registration

The importer or local supplier registers the product on the Saber platform using product details and HS codes.

Step 2: Choose a Notified Body

You select an approved certification body authorized by SASO to verify your product’s conformity.

Step 3: Technical File Review

Submit documents such as test reports, risk assessments, product specifications, and relevant quality certifications (like ISO, CE, etc.).

Step 4: Issuance of Product CoC (PCoC)

Once the product passes evaluation, a one-year Product Certificate is issued.

Step 5: Shipment CoC (SCoC)

Each time you ship the product to Saudi Arabia, a shipment-specific certificate is generated via Saber to accompany the delivery.

✅ Why Saber Certification Is Crucial for Business Success

Getting your Saber Certificate is not just about legal compliance — it’s also about business efficiency, customer trust, and market access. Here’s why it matters:

• Smooth Customs Clearance: Avoid delays and rejections at Saudi borders

• Legal Protection: Stay compliant with Saudi trade laws and avoid penalties

• Consumer Confidence: Saber-certified products signal quality and safety

• Market Access: Open up trade opportunities with retailers and partners in KSA

• Brand Reputation: Align your brand with international quality standards

🛠️ Challenges in the Saber Process (And How to Overcome Them)

For many exporters and importers, the Saber system can be overwhelming due to its technical requirements and regulatory complexity. Common challenges include:

• Selecting the correct product category and HS code

• Understanding applicable SASO standards

• Preparing complete technical documentation

• Communicating with certification bodies
• Coordinating shipment-level certificates
• This is where professional assistance can be a game changer.

👨‍💼 How Qdot Helps with Saber Certification

At Qdot, we assist businesses of all sizes with seamless Saber certification support. Our services include:

• Product classification and Saber platform registration
• Documentation review and preparation
• Coordination with approved SASO certification bodies
• Management of Product and Shipment Certificates
• Ongoing compliance and renewal support

Whether you’re new to exporting to Saudi Arabia or facing challenges in your current certification process, Qdot simplifies the Saber journey and ensures that your products clear customs without hassle.

You can explore our full Saber Certificate service for detailed guidance and support.

 Final Thoughts

With increasing regulatory scrutiny and a fast-growing Saudi market, having your Saber Certificate is more important than ever. It’s not just a legal requirement — it’s a symbol of product quality, reliability, and readiness for international trade.

Navigating the system can be tricky, but with the right support and strategy, you can get certified quickly and focus on what matters most — growing your business.