Export Mutton & goat meat from Pakistan to Saudi Arabia

Pakistan is already ahead of India in Saudi Arabia for mutton & goat meat (HS 0204). In 2025 Pakistani exporters sold US$56.7M here against India's US$1.6M, out of total imports of US$345M in 2025, giving Pakistan 16% of the market.

Pakistan's total sales to Saudi Arabia grew 60% between 2020 and 2025, which suggests buyers there are increasingly open to Pakistani suppliers. On our opportunity score, Saudi Arabia rates 58 out of 100 (strong) and ranks 4th of 8 markets for this product.

For a Pakistani exporter this is a market to defend and deepen rather than open: buyers know Pakistani supply, so the competition is often other Pakistani firms. Next step: show certifications, lead times and capacity clearly on your listing so importers in Saudi Arabia can compare you quickly.

Opportunity score
58/100 (Strong)
From Pakistan (2025)
US$56.66M
From India (2025)
US$1.56M
Market size
US$344.95M
Check before you export
Food and consumer goods need Saudi conformity certification and, for food, halal approval.
Check before you export
A Pakistan-GCC free trade agreement was signed in preliminary form in 2023. Confirm whether it is in force before pricing on reduced duty.

How much mutton & goat meat does Saudi Arabia import?

Saudi Arabia imported US$345M of mutton & goat meat (HS 0204) in 2025, according to UN Comtrade.

Does Pakistan export mutton & goat meat to Saudi Arabia?

Yes. Pakistan exported US$56.7M of mutton & goat meat to Saudi Arabia in 2025, 16% of the market.

How does Pakistan compare with India in Saudi Arabia for mutton & goat meat?

Pakistan leads: US$56.7M against India's US$1.6M in 2025.

How can I start exporting mutton & goat meat to Saudi Arabia?

Confirm your HS code, check Saudi Arabia's duties and standards, and list your business on BusinessListing.pk with Saudi Arabia as a target market. Our guide "How to Choose an Export Market" and the Saudi Arabia Global Trade profile explain the next steps.