Alfaris International Shipping is a furniture shipping company from Jeddah to Kuwait, and Jeddah is the farthest Saudi starting point from Kuwait: about 1,500 km via Madinah, Qassim, Hafar Al-Batin and Ar Ruqi Crossing. Furniture arrives in 3โ5 days by road, and parcels in 24โ48 hours by air. Prices start from SAR 91 for a small carton, SAR 1,365 for a small apartmentโs furniture, SAR 1,640 for a bedroom set and SAR 1,820 to ship a car.
Route: Jeddah โ Madinah โ Qassim โ Hafar Al-Batin โ Ar Ruqi Crossing โ Salmi Crossing โ Kuwait ยท about 1,500 km ยท 3โ5 days ยท Call: 0565967337
Shipping from Jeddah to Kuwait at a glance
- Distance: about 1,350 km to Ar Ruqi Crossing, then 150 km to Kuwait City.
- Transit: 3โ5 days by road and 24โ48 hours by air.
- Cartons: a small carton from SAR 91 and a parcel from SAR 137.
- Furniture: a small apartment from SAR 1,365, a bedroom set from SAR 1,640 and a villa from SAR 3,640.
- Car: from SAR 1,820 from Jeddah.
- Goods: from SAR 22.5 per kg and SAR 545 per pallet.
- Air: from SAR 59 per kg from King Abdulaziz airport.
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Route details and transit time from Jeddah to Kuwait
A truck from Jeddah does not pass Riyadh on its way to Kuwait: it climbs north to Madinah, east to Qassim, then north to Hafar Al-Batin and Ar Ruqi Crossing. It is the shortest road from the west of the Kingdom, entering Kuwait at Jahra.
| Leg | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Jeddah โ Madinah | about 420 km | 4.5 hours |
| Madinah โ Qassim | about 520 km | 5 hours |
| Qassim โ Hafar Al-Batin | about 310 km | 3 hours |
| Hafar Al-Batin โ Ar Ruqi Crossing | about 100 km | 1 hour |
| Ar Ruqi and Salmi crossings | โ | two hours to a day |
| Salmi โ Kuwait City | about 150 km | 1.5 hours |
| Mode | Transit | Best for | Starts from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared road freight | 4โ6 days | Cartons, parcels and furniture items | SAR 91 per carton |
| Dedicated truck | 3โ4 days | A whole home | By truck size |
| Car carrier | 3โ5 days | Cars | SAR 1,820 |
| Air freight | 24โ48 hours | Parcels, luggage and documents | SAR 59 per kg |
| Sea freight | By the line | Containers to Shuwaikh and Shuaiba | Quoted on request |
Shipping prices from Jeddah to Kuwait
Alfaris prices from Jeddah to Kuwait start from SAR 91 for a small carton and SAR 1,365 for a small apartmentโs furniture. Cartons and furniture carry the same starting prices, while a car from Jeddah costs more because of the distance.
| Shipment type | Unit | Starts from |
|---|---|---|
| Small carton | per carton | SAR 91 |
| Small parcel | per parcel | SAR 137 |
| Air parcel | per kg | SAR 59 |
| Small apartment furniture | with dismantling, packing and assembly | SAR 1,365 |
| Complete bedroom set | with dismantling and packing | SAR 1,640 |
| Villa furniture | dedicated truck | SAR 3,640 |
| Commercial goods | per kg | SAR 22.5 |
| Commercial goods | per pallet | SAR 545 |
| Car | carrier | SAR 1,820 |
๐ These are starting prices
Figures are in Saudi riyals and cover door-to-door transport. Any Kuwaiti customs duty is outside them.
Jeddah is the farthest point: what that means for your shipment
| From | Distance to Kuwait | Transit | Car price starts from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dammam | about 420 km | Usually one day | SAR 910 |
| Riyadh | about 680 km | 1โ2 days | SAR 910 |
| Jeddah | about 1,500 km | 3โ5 days | SAR 1,820 |
Packing for Jeddahโs humidity and the long road
- Drying: mattresses, sofas and carpets are aired before the film goes on, so moisture is not sealed in for four days.
- Moisture sachets: inside cartons and between upholstered pieces.
- Securing: straps and bars, as the road is 1,500 km.
- Sorting: whatever is cheaper to replace in Kuwait than to send is sold in Jeddah.
Furniture from Jeddah to Kuwait
Furniture from Jeddah to Kuwait with Alfaris starts from SAR 1,365 for a small apartment, SAR 1,640 for a bedroom set and SAR 3,640 for a villa, with dismantling, packing and assembly.
- Survey: free in Jeddah, or by photos.
- Dismantling: a carpenter, each pieceโs fixings in a numbered bag.
- Packing: blankets and film for wood, bubble wrap and corrugated card for glass, wooden crates for delicate pieces.
- Loading: heavy items at the bottom, with straps between rows.
- Delivery: assembly in the rooms of the home in Kuwait, with the list checked.
Car shipping from Jeddah to Kuwait
Shipping a car from Jeddah to Kuwait with Alfaris starts from SAR 1,820 on a carrier, in 3โ5 days.
- Documents: registration, the ownerโs ID, and export plates for a permanent export or a transit authorisation.
- Preparation: a quarter tank of fuel, no belongings in the car, and photos from all four sides.
- Securing: a full cover and straps on all four wheels.
- In Kuwait: permanent registration carries 5% duty on value and a technical test, and used cars are subject to model-year conditions that are checked before shipping.
Cartons, parcels and personal effects
A small carton from Jeddah to Kuwait starts from SAR 91, and a parcel from SAR 137. It is collected from Jeddah and Makkah and arrives in 4โ6 days in a shared load.
Commercial freight: full truckload (FTL) or part load (LTL)
- Per kg: from SAR 22.5 for commercial goods.
- Per pallet: from SAR 545.
- Full truck: priced by type, reaching Kuwait in 3โ4 days from Jeddah.
- Heavy equipment: on flatbeds, priced by weight and dimensions.
- Documents: invoice, packing list, commercial registration and certificate of origin.
- Delivery: Shuwaikh Industrial, Al Rai, Sabhan and Shuaiba.
Air freight from Jeddah to Kuwait
Air freight from Jeddah to Kuwait with Alfaris starts from SAR 59 per kg and arrives in 24โ48 hours. From Jeddah, air saves four days of road, so it is chosen for urgent parcels, luggage and spare parts.
Required documents and customs clearance
| Shipment type | Documents |
|---|---|
| Cartons and personal effects | ID or Iqama + packing list + consignee details |
| Used household furniture | ID or Iqama + packing list + Kuwaiti residence permit or tenancy contract if requested |
| Car | Registration + ownerโs ID + export plates or transit authorisation |
| Goods | Invoice + packing list + commercial registration + certificate of origin |
| All | Electronic authorisation for the broker through the Fasah platform |
- Used furniture: usually exempt for someone relocating, in personal quantities.
- GCC origin: exempt with a certificate of origin; foreign goods pay 5%.
- Prohibited: alcohol, pork, narcotics, weapons and flammable materials.
- Restricted: prescription medicines, drones and radio devices.
The full lists are on the international shipping documents and prohibited and restricted items pages.
Steps for shipping from Jeddah to Kuwait
- Call: 0565967337, with the shipment type, your Jeddah district and your governorate in Kuwait.
- Send the details: photos or a list, or ask for a free survey.
- Receive the price: itemised, with the loading date.
- Prepare the documents: ID, packing list and the Fasah authorisation.
- Loading: drying, dismantling, packing and numbering.
- The road: an update at Qassim and at Ar Ruqi Crossing.
- Delivery: unloading, assembly and checking the list.
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Delivery across Kuwait
| Governorate | Areas | Delivery notes |
|---|---|---|
| Capital | Kuwait City, Shuwaikh, Dasma | Towers that ask for a move-in permit and lift booking |
| Hawalli | Salmiya, Jabriya, Hawalli | Residential blocks; delivery outside the peak |
| Farwaniya | Farwaniya, Khaitan, Jleeb Al-Shuyoukh | Flats and blocks |
| Ahmadi | Fahaheel, Mangaf, Ahmadi | The closest governorate to Nuwaiseeb |
| Jahra | Jahra, Saad Al-Abdullah | The closest governorate to Salmi |
| Mubarak Al-Kabeer | Sabah Al-Salem, Al-Qurain | Villas and houses |
How to calculate shipping cost to Kuwait
| Example | Calculation | Cost as a starting price |
|---|---|---|
| 6 small cartons | 6 ร SAR 91 | SAR 546 |
| 4 pallets of goods | 4 ร SAR 545 | SAR 2,180 |
| A 20 kg suitcase by air | 20 ร SAR 59 | SAR 1,180 |
| Bedroom set + car | 1,640 + 1,820 | SAR 3,460 |
- What raises the cost: a dedicated truck for a small load, upper floors without a lift, wooden crates and peak seasons.
- What lowers it: a shared load, dismantling the furniture, and pricing goods by the pallet rather than the kilogram.
The cheapest way to ship from Jeddah to Kuwait
The cheapest way to ship from Jeddah to Kuwait is a shared road load: from SAR 91 for a small carton. Because the distance is long, sort before shipping so you do not pay to move what is not worth it.
Common mistakes that delay a shipment
| Mistake | Result | The right way |
|---|---|---|
| Packing furniture while damp | Mould after four days | Drying and moisture sachets |
| Fasah authorisation after loading | Waiting at Ar Ruqi Crossing | Issue it before loading day |
| A vague packing list | A longer inspection | A detailed, numbered list |
| Shipping an old car without checking the conditions | Registration refused | Check the model year before shipping |
| Shipping everything unsorted | Paying for what is not worth it | Sort before the survey |
Why Alfaris for shipping to Kuwait?
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Frequently asked questions about shipping from Jeddah to Kuwait
How much does furniture shipping from Jeddah to Kuwait cost?
From SAR 1,365 for a small apartment and SAR 1,640 for a bedroom set with Alfaris, and a small carton from SAR 91.
How long does shipping from Jeddah to Kuwait take?
3โ5 days by road through Ar Ruqi Crossing, and 24โ48 hours by air.
What is the cheapest way to ship from Jeddah to Kuwait?
A shared road load, from SAR 91 for a small carton.
What is the air freight rate per kg from Jeddah to Kuwait?
From SAR 59 per kg.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Jeddah to Kuwait?
From SAR 1,820 on a carrier, in 3โ5 days.
Which is the best furniture mover from Jeddah to Kuwait?
One that packs for Jeddahโs humidity and a 1,500 km road, and clears at Ar Ruqi before arrival. Alfaris starts from SAR 1,365 for a small apartment.
How do I ship from Jeddah to Kuwait, and what documents are required?
Call 0565967337. You need an ID or Iqama, a packing list, a Fasah authorisation and the consigneeโs details.
Is door-to-door shipping available?
Yes, from your home in Jeddah or Makkah to your home in Kuwait, including clearance and assembly.
Do you ship from Jeddah to Hawalli, Salmiya, Ahmadi and Jahra?
Yes, and to the Capital, Farwaniya and Mubarak Al-Kabeer.
Is the shipment insured?
Yes, optionally, at a percentage of the declared value, and advisable given the distance.
How far is it from Jeddah to Kuwait by road?
About 1,500 km via Madinah, Qassim and Hafar Al-Batin.
Does a Jeddah shipment pass through Riyadh?
No. It takes the Madinah, Qassim and Hafar Al-Batin road to Ar Ruqi Crossing, which is shorter.
Which border does the shipment enter Kuwait through?
Ar Ruqi Crossing, facing Salmi in Kuwait, then Jahra and Kuwait City.
