The Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources announced a new milestone in its ongoing support for the industrial sector by processing 1,026 customs exemption requests during November 2025, reflecting the Ministry’s commitment to facilitating import procedures and enabling industrial establishments to operate efficiently and steadily.

The Ministry clarified that the total number of customs requests processed during the same period reached 22,015, including 5,949 requests for raw materials and 16,066 requests for machinery and equipment. This underscores the extensive regulatory and administrative efforts undertaken to meet the needs of factories and industrial establishments across the Kingdom.

These efforts are part of the Ministry’s strategy to enhance the competitiveness of the industrial sector, improve the business environment, and reduce operational burdens on industrial investors. Customs exemptions are key tools that help lower production costs and enable factories to access the necessary raw materials and equipment for their operations without obstacles.

The prompt processing of customs requests also supports the continuity of industrial supply chains, directly contributing to increased local production efficiency and higher operational capacity for industrial establishments.

The Ministry is committed to continuously improving the workflows associated with these services to ensure a seamless and flexible experience for beneficiaries, while fully adhering to established laws and regulations.

The Ministry emphasized that these initiatives are part of its ongoing efforts to support industrial investors, encourage expansion in industrial activities, and enhance the Kingdom’s attractiveness as a promising investment destination in the industrial sector.

Moreover, the Ministry is aligning its services with the objectives of Saudi Vision 2030, focusing on diversifying income sources and increasing the industrial sector’s contribution to the Kingdom’s GDP.

In parallel, the Ministry continues to advance digital systems related to customs services, helping to accelerate procedures, enhance transparency, and reduce the processing time for requests. This is achieved through integration with relevant government entities to provide a comprehensive service ecosystem that efficiently meets the industrial sector’s needs.

Customs exemptions for raw materials, machinery, and equipment are essential in supporting national industries, particularly during the foundational and expansion phases of industrial projects. Through these initiatives, the Ministry aims to enable factories to improve their competitiveness in local and international markets and enhance the quality of national products.

In conclusion, this achievement reflects the Ministry of Industry and Mineral Resources’ dedication to supporting the industrial sector and providing a regulatory environment conducive to its growth and sustainability. With continued development of services and facilitation of procedures, the Ministry remains pivotal in advancing industrial development, supporting the national economy, and achieving the Kingdom’s broader development goals.