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Customs Clearance in Jeddah: Jeddah Islamic Port, King Abdullah Port and JED Airport

Licensed customs clearance at Jeddah Islamic Port, King Abdullah Port and King Abdulaziz International Airport. We file through FASAH, handle SABER and SFDA checks, and deliver cleared cargo anywhere in the Kingdom.

Typical clearance 3–7 working days · Jeddah is the Kingdom’s main open sea gateway in 2026

Where we clear in Jeddah

GatewayWhat clears there
Jeddah Islamic PortContainers (FCL and LCL), general and breakbulk cargo
King Abdullah Port, RabighContainers routed north of Jeddah
King Abdulaziz International Airport (JED)Air cargo and international express

How clearance works

  • We check your documents and HS codes before the vessel or flight arrives
  • The declaration is filed on FASAH and duty and VAT are calculated for your approval
  • We attend inspections and arrange release
  • Cleared cargo moves straight to your warehouse by LTL or FTL

Documents we need

  • Commercial invoice and packing list
  • Bill of lading or air waybill
  • Certificate of origin
  • SABER SCoC, SFDA or MEWA permits where required
  • Importer CR, VAT number and customs code

Why Jeddah matters in 2026

With Dammam sailings limited during the Hormuz disruption, most sea cargo for the Kingdom now arrives through Jeddah and King Abdullah Port. Planning clearance early avoids port storage charges during busy periods.

Frequently asked questions

Can you clear air and sea cargo in Jeddah?

Yes. We clear at Jeddah Islamic Port, King Abdullah Port and King Abdulaziz International Airport, then deliver anywhere in the Kingdom.

What causes clearance delays?

Missing SABER or SFDA approvals, mismatched invoice details and wrong HS codes. We check all three before your cargo arrives.

Reviewed by Hammad Basravi, Operations Manager, Freight & Customs · Updated October 2026