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The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority has urged all entities subject to withholding tax in Saudi Arabia to submit their tax forms for April 2026 by May 10, 2026, to avoid financial penalties. This initiative aims to ensure tax compliance and prevent late payment fines.
The General Authority of Customs announced the seizure of <strong>864 drug cases</strong> and the thwarting of <strong>1946 tobacco smuggling attempts</strong> at customs points. These efforts aim to enhance customs security and combat smuggling.
The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority successfully thwarted an attempt to smuggle <strong>2,916,180</strong> amphetamine pills, hidden in a shipment of shea butter at Jeddah Islamic Port. Two individuals linked to the smuggling were arrested.
Saudi customs recorded a total of <strong>642 smuggling operations</strong> at its land, sea, and air ports last week, involving <strong>81 types of drugs</strong> and <strong>200 other prohibited substances</strong>. These efforts are part of a broader initiative to enhance security and protect the community.