- ZATCA has amended the rules for verifying proof of origin for goods imported from GCC member states, effective September 19, 2025.
- The new rules eliminate the previous requirement for importers to provide a cash or bank guarantee and undergo a lengthy refund process.
- Importers now only need to submit a Certificate of Origin, a Certificate of Localisation, and commercial invoices to meet proof-of-origin requirements.
- The amendment aims to streamline intra-GCC trade, reduce administrative burdens, and align with broader efforts to harmonise customs procedures within the GCC.
- Businesses should update their customs documentation processes to comply with the new requirements.
Source: mailchi.mp
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