Key facts for Saudi Arabia
Christmas is not a business occasion; use neutral year-end greetings for international partners.
How companies in Saudi Arabia give year-end gifts
In Saudi Arabia, the main corporate gifting occasions are Ramadan and Eid al-Fitr, when companies send premium hampers of dates, sweets, coffee and perfume to clients and partners, and Eid al-Adha. Saudi National Day in September and Founding Day in February are also used for branded gifts. Christmas is not a business occasion, though international firms may send neutral 'Season's Greetings' or New Year greetings to expatriate contacts. Gifts should be high quality and well presented, given with the right hand. Alcohol is prohibited, as are pork-derived ingredients, and food should be halal. Avoid religious symbols of other faiths in gift designs. Arabic greetings are appreciated; English is common in business. Ramadan gifts are typically delivered in the first half of the month, so plan production well ahead of the start of Ramadan in February 2027.
Gift occasions in Saudi Arabia
Ramadan
Ramadan hampers and iftar gifts for clients and partners
Eid al-Fitr
main occasion for greetings and gifts to clients and staff
Eid al-Adha
second major Islamic holiday
Founding Day
public holiday
Saudi National Day
public holiday; branded patriotic gifts common
Good practice
- Time main gifts for Ramadan and Eid.
- Choose halal food and premium packaging.
- Use neutral designs; Arabic greetings are appreciated.
Avoid
- Do not send alcohol; it is prohibited.
- Avoid pork-derived ingredients and religious symbols of other faiths.
Design and wording
Use neutral 'Season's Greetings' or New Year designs; avoid overt Christmas religious symbols.
Gift policies
Saudi anti-bribery law prohibits gifts to public officials intended to influence official acts.
Delivery to Saudi Arabia
Ships from Poland by courier; customs duties and 15% VAT apply and are quoted in advance. Food imports are regulated by the SFDA and must be halal; alcohol is prohibited.
Planning dates for Saudi Arabia
| Order personalized stock advent calendars by | 6 Nov 2026 |
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| Order Christmas hampers by | 13 Nov 2026 |
| Fully custom calendars for 2027 — order between | 01.2027 – 08.2027 |
Indicative planning dates; exact dates are confirmed in your proposal.
Recommended formats for Saudi Arabia
Christmas hampers
Corporate Christmas hampers with your logo on the box, ribbon or card, composed to your budget band and delivered to one office or to individual home…
Tea & coffee calendars
A tea or coffee advent calendar with your logo is a measured, practical gift for clients and colleagues who prefer to avoid sweets.
Empty calendar boxes
For companies that already have the filling: custom printed advent calendar boxes in bulk, designed around your products and delivered flat or…
Christmas plush
Plush is made in our own workshop in Biała Podlaska, Poland: ready Christmas teddies with your embroidered logo, and custom plush mascots based on…
Frequently asked questions
Can we send Christmas gifts to Saudi Arabia?
Use neutral 'Season's Greetings' or New Year gifts. Ramadan and Eid are the main occasions.
Can we send chocolate to Saudi Arabia?
Food imports are regulated by the SFDA and must be halal. Non-food gifts are simpler.
Is alcohol allowed in gifts?
No. Alcohol is prohibited in Saudi Arabia.