Saudi Arabia’s economy is rapidly expanding across all sectors—retail, manufacturing, healthcare, electronics, building materials, automotive, and more. With this growth comes a growing need to ensure that products entering the Saudi market comply with national technical regulations and safety standards.
For international manufacturers and exporters, understanding and complying with Saudi Arabia’s conformity assessment procedures is not optional—it’s essential.
At The Saudi Gate, we help companies navigate SASO’s product registration requirements, including SABER and JEEM platforms, type approval schemes, and certification of conformity (CoC) programs. Our role is to ensure that your products enter the market legally, smoothly, and without delays or penalties.
What Is SASO?
SASO (Saudi Standards, Metrology, and Quality Organization) is the national authority in charge of setting and enforcing technical regulations, standards, and quality benchmarks for goods entering or produced within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
SASO’s primary objectives include:
- Consumer protection and public safety
- Facilitation of international trade through standardized conformity procedures
- Development of Saudi industry through harmonized regulations
To meet these objectives, SASO operates multiple regulatory schemes and platforms—most notably SABER and JEEM—which facilitate product registration, type approval, conformity assessment, and market surveillance.
SABER Platform: Product & Shipment Certification
What Is SABER?
SABER is SASO’s online platform developed to automate and streamline the Product Conformity Assessment Program in Saudi Arabia. All imported regulated and non-regulated products must be registered in SABER before they can be sold, cleared through customs, or placed on the Saudi market.
SABER is required for:
- Consumer goods
- Commercial and industrial equipment
- Electronic devices
- Toys and children’s products
- Home appliances and electrical equipment
- Construction materials
- Chemicals and detergents
- Medical devices and beauty equipment (non-SFDA regulated)
Product Certification Process in SABER
Products fall into two categories in SABER:
1. Regulated Products
These are products for which a SASO Technical Regulation applies. Examples include:
- Electrical appliances (per SASO IEC standards)
- Lighting products (per SASO 2870)
- Detergents and paints
- Tires, automotive parts, etc.
For these, the importer must obtain:
- Product Certificate of Conformity (PCoC) – valid for 1 year
- Shipment Certificate of Conformity (SCoC) – required for each shipment
2. Non-Regulated Products
These products are not governed by specific technical regulations but still require:
- SCoC issued via SABER
This ensures traceability, safety, and accountability for all imported products.
JEEM Platform: SASO Type Approval for Communication & IT Equipment
While SABER handles most consumer and industrial goods, **specific product categories such as telecommunication, IT equipment, and high-tech electronics require additional scrutiny and are managed through the JEEM platform.
What Is JEEM?
JEEM is SASO’s platform for Type Approval Certification, used specifically for:
- Communication and network devices
- IoT (Internet of Things) products
- Smart meters and connected sensors
- Wireless and RF-emitting equipment
- Devices using SIM cards or Wi-Fi/Bluetooth
- Cybersecurity-relevant technology
These products must undergo technical evaluation and approval from SASO’s designated bodies prior to market entry.
Differences Between SABER and JEEM
| Feature | SABER | JEEM |
|---|---|---|
| Applicable Products | Consumer & Industrial Goods | Communication, IT, & Smart Devices |
| Platform Focus | Product Conformity & Shipment Certification | Type Approval for RF & Smart Devices |
| Technical Regulation Coverage | Broad (Electrical, Mechanical, Chemical, etc.) | Specific to connectivity, security, emissions |
| Certificates Issued | PCoC, SCoC | Type Approval Certificate |
| Linked to Customs | Yes (ZATCA integration) | Yes (based on product HS code) |
The Role of The Saudi Gate
Navigating these platforms—SABER and JEEM—requires local representation, technical documentation, and an understanding of product-specific standards. At The Saudi Gate, we provide:
✅ Product Classification & Risk Assessment
We analyze your product range and determine:
- Whether the product is regulated or non-regulated
- Whether it falls under SABER or JEEM scope
- Required documentation and applicable standards
- Import restrictions or special approvals (e.g., HCIS, SFDA)
✅ SABER Registration Services
We offer:
- Importer of Record (IOR) service for foreign companies
- SABER account creation and management
- PCoC and SCoC issuance coordination with Notified Bodies
- Test reports and technical documentation review
- Label compliance (Arabic language, voltage, warnings)
✅ JEEM Platform Support
For communication and smart devices, we:
- Prepare and submit technical dossiers
- Coordinate testing with SASO-recognized labs
- Manage cybersecurity compliance and software documentation
- Obtain the SASO Type Approval Certificate
✅ Authorized Representative Services
Foreign manufacturers must appoint a local representative or IOR to register products in SABER or JEEM. We act as your trusted partner, ensuring full compliance and smooth market entry.
Documentation Required for SASO Registration
To ensure compliance and certification, importers must submit:
- Product specifications and images
- Technical datasheets and user manuals
- Test reports from ISO/IEC 17025-accredited labs
- Manufacturer declaration of conformity
- Risk analysis and safety data
- Packaging and labeling materials
The Saudi Gate handles the full process, verifying documents, resolving compliance issues, and coordinating with SASO-accredited Notified Bodies and local labs.
Impact on Customs Clearance
Without valid SABER or JEEM certifications, Saudi Customs (ZATCA) will not release imported products at ports of entry.
A valid PCoC and SCoC (via SABER) or Type Approval Certificate (via JEEM) is mandatory to:
- Clear customs
- List the product on eCommerce platforms
- Place goods in retail stores or warehouses
- Participate in government tenders
With The Saudi Gate as your local partner, you avoid delays, penalties, or shipment returns.
How We Help Corporations & Exporters
Whether you are a manufacturer of lighting equipment, an electronics exporter, or a distributor of telecom devices—The Saudi Gate ensures your products are legally registered and fully certified for entry into the Saudi market.
We work with:
- Consumer electronics and appliances manufacturers
- Industrial machinery and component suppliers
- IT & telecom OEMs
- Home automation & IoT solution providers
- Medical and beauty device manufacturers
- Global retailers and distributors expanding into Saudi Arabia
Our services are fully tailored to corporate needs, with scalable solutions for both multi-product portfolios and single-item shipments.
Continuous Compliance Monitoring & Renewal
SASO regulations are dynamic. Product classifications change, technical regulations evolve, and new digital compliance systems are introduced regularly.
The Saudi Gate offers annual renewal services, regulatory updates, and compliance monitoring to ensure your certificates remain valid and your operations remain uninterrupted.
Why Work with The Saudi Gate?
- Local knowledge, global standards
- Specialization in both SABER and JEEM
- Authorized Representation for IOR & compliance
- Fast-track certification processing
- Direct coordination with Notified Bodies
- Support across all industrial and commercial sectors
Let’s Get Your Products Registered in Saudi Arabia
If you’re exporting electrical devices, electronics, communication equipment, or industrial systems to Saudi Arabia, the first step is ensuring your products are certified and approved by SASO.
The Saudi Gate provides everything you need to meet product conformity, labeling, safety, and shipment clearance standards.
Contact us today and let us help you launch and scale your product portfolio in Saudi Arabia with full regulatory compliance.