ZATCA sets requirements for establishment of duty-free markets in customs ports

Logo of the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA)

The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) set the customs measures and requirements for the establishment of duty-free markets, when necessary, at air, sea and land ports, pursuant to the GCC Unified Customs Law.

In a statement, ZATCA said these requirements are linked to the operation and licensing of duty-free markets.

These rules and requirements followed the Cabinet’s decision, which will contribute to supporting supply chains and improving the logistics services provided for duty-free markets. Moreover, duty-free markets will allow additional selling channels for local companies.

Duty-free markets are currently found in the departure terminals of several airports, such as King Abdulaziz International Airport, King Fahd International Airport, and Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz International Airport in Madinah.

On the other hand, ZATCA added that tax exemptions differ from one country to another, based on the location of the duty-free market (arrival or departure terminals).

In September 2022, the Saudi Cabinet, chaired by Custodian of the Two Holy Mosques, King Salman bin Abdulaziz Al Saud, approved the establishment of duty-free markets, when necessary, at air, sea and land ports, Argaam earlier reported.