ZATCA Achieves Major Security Successes, Seizes Millions in Narcotics in 2025

The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) achieved remarkable security results in 2025, successfully thwarting numerous smuggling attempts across land, air, and sea customs ports. These efforts form part of its crucial role in protecting society and strengthening the Kingdom’s security, carried out in close coordination with relevant security agencies.

 During the year, ZATCA reported the seizure of 24 million narcotic and prohibited pills and 1,417 kilograms of other narcotic and prohibited substances. The implementation of advanced control procedures, the adoption of modern security technologies, and the enhanced efficiency of customs personnel at all ports of entry drove this success.

 ZATCA also highlighted that continuous coordination and integrated operations with the General Directorate of Narcotics Control led to the arrest of individuals attempting to receive the seized substances within the Kingdom, demonstrating the effectiveness of collaborative security efforts in combating drug smuggling.