Alfaris International Shipping is a furniture shipping company from Riyadh to Kuwait, on a mid-distance regional route: about 680 km to Kuwait City, arriving in 1โ2 days. 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 910 to ship a car, with dismantling, packing, clearance and assembly.
Two routes: Riyadh โ Al Majmaah โ Hafar Al-Batin โ Ar Ruqi โ Kuwait ยท or Riyadh โ An Nuayriyah โ Al Khafji โ Kuwait ยท about 680 km ยท 1โ2 days ยท Call: 0565967337
Shipping from Riyadh to Kuwait at a glance
- Distance: about 680 km to Kuwait City, by either border.
- Transit: a dedicated truck is loaded in the morning and arrives the next day.
- 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 910.
- Goods: from SAR 22.5 per kg and SAR 545 per pallet.
- Air: from SAR 59 per kg from King Khalid airport.
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Route details and transit time from Riyadh to Kuwait
From Riyadh two routes of similar length lead to Kuwait. The first runs north via Al Majmaah and Hafar Al-Batin to Ar Ruqi, entering Kuwait at Jahra. The second runs east then north via An Nuayriyah to Al Khafji, entering at Ahmadi. The choice follows the delivery city and how busy each border is.
| Leg | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Riyadh โ Al Majmaah โ Hafar Al-Batin | about 480 km | 5 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 Jahra โ Kuwait City | about 150 km | 1.5 hours |
| Mode | Transit | Best for | Starts from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared road freight | 2โ3 days | Cartons, parcels and furniture items | SAR 91 per carton |
| Dedicated truck | 1โ2 days | A full home or full load | By truck size |
| Car carrier | 1โ3 days | Cars | SAR 910 |
| Air freight | 24โ48 hours | Documents and urgent parcels | SAR 59 per kg |
Shipping prices from Riyadh to Kuwait
Alfaris prices from Riyadh to Kuwait start from SAR 91 for a small carton and SAR 1,365 for a small apartmentโs furniture, the starting prices to Kuwait.
| 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 910 |
๐ These are starting prices
Figures are in Saudi riyals and cover door-to-door transport. Any Kuwaiti customs duty is outside them.
Which route from Riyadh: Ar Ruqi or Al Khafji?
| Criterion | Via Ar Ruqi | Via Al Khafji |
|---|---|---|
| The road | Al Majmaah โ Hafar Al-Batin | An Nuayriyah โ Al Khafji |
| Enters Kuwait from | Jahra in the west | Ahmadi in the south |
| Best for | Jahra, Farwaniya and the Capital | Ahmadi, Fahaheel and Mubarak Al-Kabeer |
| Note | An inland road with less traffic | A road shared with trucks from the east |
Pickup from Riyadh districts
- North Riyadh: closest to the Qassim and Al Majmaah road, so the truck heads straight out.
- East Riyadh: closest to the Dammam road for shipments going via Al Khafji.
- Central Riyadh: towers and blocks, with a parking spot and loading slot reserved.
- Industrial areas: for goods and pallets.
Furniture from Riyadh to Kuwait
Furniture from Riyadh to Kuwait with Alfaris starts from SAR 1,365 for a small apartment and SAR 1,640 for a complete bedroom set. The distance is moderate, so the furniture spends a single night in the truck.
- Survey: free in Riyadh, 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 Riyadh to Kuwait
Shipping a car from Riyadh to Kuwait with Alfaris starts from SAR 910 on a carrier, arriving in 1โ3 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 Riyadh to Kuwait starts from SAR 91, and a parcel from SAR 137. It is collected from your Riyadh door and arrives in 2โ3 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 1โ2 days from Riyadh and Dammam.
- Documents: invoice, packing list, commercial registration, certificate of origin and an export declaration through Fasah.
- Duties: GCC-origin goods are exempt with a certificate of origin; foreign goods pay 5%.
- Delivery: Shuwaikh Industrial, Al Rai, Sabhan and Shuaiba.
Air freight from Riyadh to Kuwait
Air freight from Riyadh to Kuwait with Alfaris starts from SAR 59 per kg and arrives in 24โ48 hours. The flight from King Khalid airport takes about an hour and a half. Because a truck arrives in one to two days, air is left for documents and urgent parcels.
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 Riyadh to Kuwait
- Call: 0565967337, with the shipment type, your district and your governorate in Kuwait.
- Price and date: after photos or a free survey.
- Documents: ID, packing list and the Fasah authorisation.
- Loading: dismantling, packing, numbering and sealing.
- The road: via Ar Ruqi or Al Khafji, by delivery city.
- Crossing: an update at the border.
- 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 4 small cartons | 4 ร SAR 91 | SAR 364 |
| Two pallets of goods | 2 ร SAR 545 | SAR 1,090 |
| 4 kg air parcel | 4 ร SAR 59 | SAR 236 |
| Bedroom set + car | 1,640 + 910 | SAR 2,550 |
- 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 Riyadh to Kuwait
The cheapest way to ship from Riyadh to Kuwait is a shared road load: from SAR 91 for a small carton, and a pallet from SAR 545 for goods.
Common mistakes that delay a shipment
| Mistake | Result | The right way |
|---|---|---|
| Choosing the farther border | Hundreds of extra kilometres | Al Khafji for the east, Ar Ruqi for Riyadh and Qassim |
| Fasah authorisation after loading | Waiting at the border | Issue it before pickup 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 |
| No Kuwaiti number for the consignee | No way to coordinate | An active Kuwaiti number |
Why Alfaris for shipping to Kuwait?
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Frequently asked questions about shipping from Riyadh to Kuwait
How much does furniture shipping from Riyadh 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 Riyadh to Kuwait take?
1โ2 days for a dedicated truck and 2โ3 days for a shared load.
What is the cheapest way to ship from Riyadh to Kuwait?
A shared road load, from SAR 91 for a small carton.
What is the air freight rate per kg from Riyadh to Kuwait?
From SAR 59 per kg.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Riyadh to Kuwait?
From SAR 910 on a carrier.
Which is the best furniture mover from Riyadh to Kuwait?
One that picks the right border for your governorate, clears before arrival and assembles. Alfaris starts from SAR 1,365 for a small apartment.
How do I ship from Riyadh 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 Riyadh district to the consigneeโs address in Kuwait.
Do you ship from Riyadh 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.
How far is it from Riyadh to Kuwait by road?
About 680 km and about 7 hoursโ driving, excluding time at the border.
Which border does a Riyadh shipment cross?
Ar Ruqi via Hafar Al-Batin or Al Khafji via An Nuayriyah, by the delivery governorate.
