Key Takeaways
- The Rolex Submariner starts at SAR 44,700 (ref. 124060) and the steel Submariner Date ref. 126610LN is priced at SAR 50,300, inclusive of VAT, as published by Rolex on rolex.com for Saudi Arabia in 2026.
- After removing Saudi VAT, the pre-tax Saudi retail price is approximately 2.8% higher than the current U.S. MSRP when converted at the SAR 3.75-to-USD exchange rate.
- The green-bezel ref. 126610LV is priced at SAR 52,800 (+5.0%), the Yellow Rolesor references at SAR 86,200 (+71.4%) and the 18 ct yellow gold ref. 126618LN at SAR 226,200.
- New Rolex watches are offered exclusively through Official Rolex Retailers, including Saddik & Mohamed Attar in Saudi Arabia.
The Rolex Submariner price in Saudi Arabia starts at SAR 44,700 (ref. 124060) in 2026, and the steel Submariner Date is priced at SAR 50,300. Each reference tells its own story.
Depending on the reference and the material, Submariner prices in KSA range from SAR 44,700 for the Oystersteel ref. 124060 to SAR 226,200 for the 18 ct yellow gold ref. 126618LN, as published by Rolex on rolex.com for Saudi Arabia.
This guide breaks down every current reference, explains why the Saudi price is higher than the US sticker, and covers exactly where to buy a Rolex Submariner in the Kingdom.
How Much Does a Rolex Submariner Cost in Saudi Arabia?
The official retail price of the Rolex Submariner Date ref. 126610LN in Saudi Arabia is SAR 50,300, inclusive of 15% VAT. This figure is published by Rolex, on rolex.com for Saudi Arabia. Prices verified on 8 October 2026.
Converted at the fixed SAR 3.75 to USD peg, that works out to approximately USD 13,413. The same watch carries a U.S. MSRP of USD 11,350, which means a Saudi buyer pays roughly 18.2% more than an American buyer before U.S. state sales tax is factored in.
How Much Is a Rolex Submariner Retail Price?
The SAR 50,300 figure is the retail price for the Submariner Date. The no-date ref. 124060, the entry point to the current lineup, retails at SAR 44,700. Both are offered exclusively through Official Rolex Retailers.
What Is the Normal Price, and How Much Should You Pay?
At an Official Rolex Retailer, the recommended retail price of the Rolex Submariner Date ref. 126610LN in Saudi Arabia is SAR 50,300, inclusive of VAT.
This is the price Rolex publishes for the Kingdom, and the reference point for a new watch bought from an Official Rolex Retailer.
Why the Rolex Submariner Costs More in Saudi Arabia
A Rolex Submariner costs more in Saudi Arabia because 15% VAT is added to a pre-tax retail price about 2.8% above the U.S. MSRP.
The answer comes down to two factors that stack on top of each other.
The 2.8% Pre-Tax Price Difference
Remove the 15% VAT from the SAR 50,300 Saudi retail price and the pre-tax price comes to approximately SAR 43,739. The current U.S. MSRP of USD 11,350, converted at Saudi Arabia’s fixed exchange rate of SAR 3.75 per U.S. dollar, equals approximately SAR 42,563.
That leaves a pre-tax difference of about SAR 1,177, meaning the Saudi price is approximately 2.8% higher than the equivalent U.S. MSRP before tax. This difference is separate from Saudi Arabia’s 15% VAT and reflects the difference between the suggested retail prices published for the two markets.
Why Is a Rolex Submariner So Expensive? Saudi VAT at 15%
Saudi Arabia applies a 15% VAT to the Rolex Submariner. On the VAT-inclusive retail price of SAR 50,300, the VAT component is approximately SAR 6,561, or around USD 1,750 at the fixed SAR 3.75-to-USD exchange rate.
Saudi Arabia increased its standard VAT rate from 5% to 15% on July 1, 2020. As a result, VAT accounts for a significant portion of the final retail price paid by a Rolex buyer in the Kingdom.
Understanding this structure matters. It explains why the Rolex Submariner price in KSA is higher than in the United States or the UAE, even though the SAR to USD peg has held steady at 3.75 since June 1986.
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Every Current Submariner Reference and SAR Price
The table below covers every current production Rolex Submariner available in Saudi Arabia, with the prices Rolex publishes on rolex.com for Saudi Arabia and for the United States, verified on 8 October 2026.
| Reference | Material | Size | Dial / Bezel | Price in Saudi Arabia (rolex.com) | Price in the United States (rolex.com) |
| 124060 | Oystersteel | 41 mm | Black / Black | SAR 44,700 | USD 10,050 |
| 126610LN | Oystersteel | 41 mm | Black / Black | SAR 50,300 | USD 11,350 |
| 126610LV | Oystersteel | 41 mm | Black / Green | SAR 52,800 | USD 11,900 |
| 126613LB | Yellow Rolesor | 41 mm | Royal Blue / Blue | SAR 86,200 | USD 19,450 |
| 126613LN | Yellow Rolesor | 41 mm | Black / Black | SAR 86,200 | USD 19,450 |
| 126618LN | 18 ct Yellow Gold | 41 mm | Black / Black | SAR 226,200 | USD 50,900 |
Which Rolex Submariner to Buy?
The table reveals a few patterns worth noting for anyone weighing their options.
The green-bezel Rolex Submariner ref. 126610LV is priced at SAR 52,800, about 5.0% above the black-bezel 126610LN at SAR 50,300. In KSA, colour comes as a measured step.
The two-tone “Bluesy” ref. 126613LB is priced at SAR 86,200, approximately 71.4% above the all-steel Submariner Date, reflecting the 18 ct yellow gold of its Yellow Rolesor case and bracelet.
At the top end, the full 18 ct yellow gold ref. 126618LN is priced at SAR 226,200. That is roughly 4.5 times the steel Submariner Date at SAR 50,300, or four and a half steel Submariners for the price of one gold piece.
Which Colour of Rolex Submariner Is Considered the Best?
“Best” is a personal choice, and the official prices point to a clear value play. The green-bezel 126610LV sits 5.0% above the black. Blue calls for the two-tone 126613LB at a 71.4% step up, since a blue dial is offered exclusively in Rolesor or gold.
What Is the Cheapest Rolex Submariner in Saudi Arabia?
The cheapest new Rolex Submariner in Saudi Arabia is the no-date ref. 124060, retailing at SAR 44,700 through an Official Rolex Retailer.
Cheapest New Submariner
The no-date ref. 124060 is the entry point to the current Rolex Submariner lineup. Rolex prices it at SAR 44,700 for Saudi Arabia, making it the most accessible new production Submariner in KSA.
Where to Buy a Rolex Submariner in Saudi Arabia
A new Rolex Submariner in Saudi Arabia is bought through Saddik & Mohamed Attar, an Official Rolex Retailer, with locations in Jeddah, Makkah and Riyadh.
Can I Buy Rolex Watches in Saudi Arabia?
Yes. ROLEX is officially sold in the Kingdom through authorised retailers.
Authorised Retailers: Saddik & Mohamed Attar
The primary Official Rolex Retailer in Saudi Arabia is Saddik & Mohamed Attar, with locations in:
- Jeddah (Red Sea Mall)
- Makkah (Makkah Tower and Jabal Omar Mall)
- Riyadh (Olaya Tower)
These boutiques are the official addresses for a new Rolex Submariner in KSA. Steel sports models such as the Submariner are usually allocated through a waiting list, often of 12 to 24 months.
Rolex produces approximately 1.18 million watches per year across a dozen model families (Morgan Stanley / LuxeConsult estimate), and a carefully measured allocation reaches Saudi boutiques.
How to Buy a New Rolex Submariner
Visit or contact an authorised retailer, express your interest in the specific reference, and register on the waiting list. Allocation is at the retailer’s discretion.
Is Rolex Sold at Jarir or LuLu?
Rolex watches are offered exclusively through Official Rolex Retailers; a search for Rolex at Jarir leads to books about the brand. The Rolex store locator for Saudi Arabia lists every official address.
Rolex Submariner Prices in 2026
Rolex reviews its retail prices market by market. In 2026, the steel Submariner Date ref. 126610LN is priced at USD 11,350 in the United States and SAR 50,300 in Saudi Arabia, as published by Rolex on rolex.com.
Each reference follows its own path: the Oystersteel models move in measured steps, while the Rolesor and gold references follow the value of the precious metal.
Rolex implemented price increases in January 2026, with the percentage varying by model and market. The steel Submariner Date saw a measured increase compared with several precious-metal models.
Rolex then raised prices on its gold watches again in June 2026.
How Do Rolex Prices Evolve Over Time?
At official retail, Rolex Submariner list prices have moved upward over the long term, and every adjustment is published by Rolex for each market on rolex.com.
For Saudi buyers, the Saudi riyal has been effectively pegged to the U.S. dollar at SAR 3.75 per USD since 1986. The comparison with U.S. prices therefore stays stable over time, while Rolex sets the retail price of each market.
Using an estimated average monthly private-sector wage of SAR 10,119 for Saudi nationals, a Submariner Date priced at SAR 50,300 represents approximately five months of gross pay. Wage figures vary by population group and methodology, so this comparison serves as an illustration.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Buying a Rolex Submariner a Good Investment?
The Rolex Submariner is among the most recognisable and sought-after sports watches in the Rolex collection, and Rolex has raised its retail prices over the long term. In Saudi Arabia, the ref. 126610LN is priced at SAR 50,300 by Rolex.
Long-term value depends on the reference, its condition and complete box and papers. Ownership also includes servicing, which Rolex recommends approximately every 10 years, depending on the model and real-life usage.
What Is the Sister Brand of Rolex?
Tudor. Hans Wilsdorf founded Tudor in 1926 as a more accessible counterpart to Rolex, and the two brands share design heritage.
How Do You Spot a Fake Submariner?
Check for the micro-etched Rolex crown at 6 o’clock on the crystal, the smooth sweeping seconds hand of a genuine automatic movement, sharp dial printing, and a matching serial between the lugs. For high-value purchases in KSA, verify through an Official Rolex Retailer.
What Is the Average Lifespan of a Rolex Watch?
With recommended servicing every 10 years (per Rolex guidelines), a Submariner is built to last decades. Many references from the 1980s and 1990s remain in daily use today.
Conclusion
The Rolex Submariner price in Saudi Arabia starts at SAR 44,700 for the no-date ref. 124060 and SAR 50,300 for the steel Submariner Date ref. 126610LN, rising to SAR 226,200 for the 18 ct yellow gold ref. 126618LN, as published by Rolex on rolex.com for Saudi Arabia.
After removing Saudi Arabia’s 15% VAT from the SAR 50,300 retail price, the pre-tax Saudi price is approximately SAR 43,739. Compared with the current U.S. MSRP of USD 11,350, equivalent to about SAR 42,563, the Saudi pre-tax price is roughly 2.8% higher. Understanding retail pricing and VAT is the first step toward an informed purchase.
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