Document background
The Shipping Invoice For Customs is a fundamental document required for all international shipments entering or leaving Saudi Arabia. It serves multiple purposes: as a commercial invoice, a customs declaration document, and a basis for duty assessment. This document must comply with Saudi Customs Law and GCC regulations, requiring specific information such as detailed product descriptions, HS codes, values, quantities, and party details. It's particularly important as Saudi Arabia has implemented sophisticated customs systems and strict documentation requirements. The document is crucial for customs valuation, duty calculation, and ensuring compliance with import/export regulations. It may need to be accompanied by additional certificates depending on the nature of goods, such as SASO or SFDA approvals.
