Saudi customs seize 1,205 prohibited items in one week

Saudi customs authorities recorded 1,205 seizures of prohibited items at land, sea, and air border crossings during a week, as part of ongoing efforts by the Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) to enhance security and protect society from all forms of contraband.

The confiscated items included 36 types of narcotics, such as hashish, cocaine, heroin, methamphetamine, and Captagon pills, among others, in addition to 303 other banned substances.

Customs officials also intercepted 879 types of tobacco and its derivatives, as well as 31 types of sums of money.

ZATCA reaffirmed its commitment to strict customs control over imports and exports to safeguard the community, working in continuous cooperation with all relevant partners.

The authority also called on the public to help combat smuggling and protect the community and national economy by reporting violations via the security hotline (1910), email ([email protected]), or the international number (009661910). ZATCA assured that all reports are handled confidentially, and informants may receive a financial reward if their information proves accurate.