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A Proforma Invoice For Customs Clearance is a critical document in Saudi Arabian international trade operations, serving as a preliminary declaration of goods value and specifications before actual importation. This document is required by Saudi Customs authorities to initiate the customs clearance process and calculate applicable duties and taxes. It must contain specific information mandated by Saudi customs regulations, including detailed product descriptions, HS codes, quantities, values, and country of origin details. The document is particularly important as it helps ensure compliance with both Saudi Arabian Customs Law and GCC Unified Customs Law, while also serving as a basis for import duty assessment and VAT calculations. It's commonly used when importing goods into Saudi Arabia and must be prepared before the actual shipment takes place.
