Import clearance
We prepare the customs declaration on the FASAH platform and follow it through to release at Jeddah Islamic Port or King Abdullah Port, Rabigh.
Import steps in detailLicensed customs broker in Jeddah
Customs clearance at Jeddah port with 38 years of experience
Import and export clearance, SABER and conformity certificates, tax and customs advice, inland transport and storage, with customer service around the clock.
- 1909Licence no.
- 1410 AHFounded
- 24 hoursCustomer service
- Jeddah & RabighPorts
About us
Who is Fares Customs Clearance?
Fares Saleh Fares Customs Clearance Establishment is a licensed customs broker (licence no. 1909) founded in 1410 AH. It clears import and export shipments at Jeddah Islamic Port and King Abdullah Port in Rabigh, and provides tax and customs advice, SABER and conformity certificates, inland transport and storage.
- Licence no.
- 1909
- Founded
- 1410 AH, 38 years of experience
- Ports
- Jeddah Islamic Port, King Abdullah Port (Rabigh)
- Office
- Office 204, E10, Emaar Square, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
- Customer service
- 24 hours a day
Services
From the port to your warehouse
Six services that cover a shipment from arrival to delivery.
Export clearance
Export procedures, the required documents and delivery to the port through to loading.
Export procedures in detailSABER and conformity certificates
We submit and follow up SABER and conformity certificate applications until they are issued, for goods covered by technical regulations.
SABER certificates explainedTax and customs advice
Estimating customs duty and VAT, choosing the correct HS code and preparing documents before shipping.
VAT for importersInland transport
Moving your goods after release from the port to your warehouse or destination anywhere in Saudi Arabia.
Storage yards
Storage yards near Jeddah port to receive goods after release.
Customer service 24 hours a day
Reach us any time on WhatsApp or by phone.
Best-service guarantee
Full commitment to service quality, from receiving your documents to delivering your shipment.
How it works
Four steps to receiving your goods
Send the documents
Bill of lading, purchase invoice, proof of payment and certificate of origin. We ask for anything else your goods need.
We review them
We check that the paperwork is complete and consistent before filing the declaration.
We file and follow up
We submit the customs declaration and follow the procedure at the port until release.
You receive your goods
We deliver them to your destination or to our storage yards.
Guides
Practical guides for importers and exporters
Detailed explanations of Saudi customs procedures, documents, duties and certificates, based on official sources.
Import
Saudi import customs clearance via FASAH: step by step
Saudi import customs clearance step by step, from FASAH registration to release, with a stage table, the broker's role, payment and errors that hold shipments.
Read the guide · 8 min DocumentsRequired documents for import and export in Saudi Arabia
Which documents Saudi customs requires for import and export, which are mandatory, which depend on the goods, and which details must match across them.
Read the guide · 8 min Duties & taxesSaudi customs duty and VAT on imports: how to calculate
How to calculate the CIF customs value, customs duty and 15% VAT on imports into Saudi Arabia, with a worked example and the most common mistakes.
Read the guide · 8 minWhat services does Fares Customs Clearance offer?
We provide import clearance, export clearance, SABER and conformity certificates, tax and customs advice, inland transport and storage yards. We follow each shipment from its arrival at the port until delivery, and customer service is available 24 hours a day.
Which ports do you clear shipments at?
We clear shipments at Jeddah Islamic Port and King Abdullah Port in Rabigh. If your shipment arrives at another port, send us the details on WhatsApp and we will tell you whether we can handle it.
Do you handle SABER and conformity certificates?
Yes. We submit SABER and conformity certificate applications and follow them up until they are issued, so they are ready before your shipment arrives. For details, read our guide to SABER and conformity certificates.
Which documents are needed for customs clearance?
The core documents are the bill of lading, the purchase invoice, proof of payment and the certificate of origin. Other documents may be required depending on the goods, such as a conformity certificate. Each document is explained in our import and export documents guide.
How much does customs clearance cost, and how do I estimate duties?
The cost is made up of the customs duty and VAT payable to customs, plus the clearance fee. You can estimate duty and VAT in advance with our customs duty calculator; for a fee quote, send your shipment details on WhatsApp.
Do you offer tax advice?
Yes. We offer tax and customs advice covering VAT on imports, choosing the correct HS code and preparing documents before shipping. See also our VAT guide for importers.
How long does customs clearance take?
It depends on the type of goods, whether the documents are complete and whether the shipment is selected for inspection. Complete, consistent documents save more time than anything else. Common causes of delay are covered in our guide to avoiding shipment delays.
Is customer service available around the clock?
Yes, customer service is available 24 hours a day. Message us on WhatsApp or call +966 50 750 1439 at any time.
Where is your office?
Our office is at Office 204, E10, Emaar Square, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia. You can open the location in Google Maps or Waze from the contact section of this page.
Contact
Customer service 24 hours a day
Send your shipment details on WhatsApp or call us directly.
+966 50 750 1439AddressOffice 204, E10, Emaar Square, Jeddah, Saudi Arabia
Emailfares@fares-cc.com
LicenceFares Saleh Fares Customs Clearance Establishment, licence no. 1909