Alfaris International Shipping is a furniture shipping company from Riyadh to Qatar that moves furniture from Riyadhโs districts to Doha by road through Salwa Crossing in 1โ2 days. The distance is only about 585 km. Prices start from SAR 910 for a little furniture, SAR 1,090 for a bedroom set, SAR 91 per carton and SAR 1,820 to ship a car, with dismantling, packing, clearance and assembly.
Riyadh โ Al Kharj โ Hofuf โ Salwa Crossing โ Abu Samra Crossing โ Doha ยท about 585 km ยท 6โ7 hoursโ driving ยท 1โ2 days ยท Call: 0565967337
Furniture shipping from Riyadh to Qatar at a glance
- Distance: about 480 km to Salwa Crossing, then 100 km to Doha.
- Transit: a dedicated truck is loaded in the morning and reaches Doha the next day.
- Prices: a little furniture from SAR 910, a bedroom set from SAR 1,090 and a carton from SAR 91.
- Car: from SAR 1,820, and a luxury car on an enclosed hydraulic carrier from SAR 5,000.
- Customs: used furniture for someone relocating is usually exempt.
- Air: from SAR 22.5 per kg, with a flight of an hour and a half.
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Furniture shipping prices from Riyadh to Qatar
| Shipment type | Starts from | Transit |
|---|---|---|
| Carton | SAR 91 | 1โ3 days |
| Per kg by road | SAR 13.5 | 1โ3 days |
| A little furniture | SAR 910 | 1โ3 days |
| Complete bedroom set | SAR 1,090 | 1โ2 days |
| Office furniture | SAR 910 | 1โ2 days |
| Apartment or villa | After a free survey | 1โ2 days |
| Car | SAR 1,820 | 1โ3 days |
| Luxury car on an enclosed hydraulic carrier | SAR 5,000 | 1โ2 days |
| Per kg by air | SAR 22.5 | 24โ48 hours |
Furniture prices cover dismantling, packing, transport, clearance at Salwa and Abu Samra and assembly. Outside them: wooden crates, a crane and storage.
Route details and transit time from Riyadh to Qatar
| Leg | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Riyadh โ Hofuf | about 330 km | 3.5 hours |
| Hofuf โ Salwa Crossing | about 150 km | 1.5 hours |
| Salwa and Abu Samra crossings | โ | two hours to a day |
| Abu Samra โ Doha | about 100 km | 1 hour |
The road to Qatar is about 450 km shorter than the road to the UAE, so furniture spends a single night in the truck. What really sets the timing is the border, which is why its documents are prepared before loading.
Crossing at Salwa: what happens?
- Before loading: the brokerโs authorisation through Fasah, and the numbered packing list.
- At Salwa: an export declaration, weighing the truck and an X-ray check.
- At Abu Samra: an import declaration, inspection and assessment of any duty.
- After release: a hundred kilometres to Doha on a motorway.
- Updates: sent on entering the crossing and on leaving it.
Dismantling and packing in Riyadh
- Survey: free in any Riyadh district, with large pieces and the lift measured.
- Dismantling: a carpenter, each pieceโs fixings in a numbered bag.
- Packing: blankets and film for wood, bubble wrap and corrugated card for glass and mirrors.
- Dohaโs humidity: furniture leaving Riyadhโs dry air is sealed in tight film before it meets the coastal climate.
- The list: numbered and signed before loading.
Car shipping from Riyadh to Qatar
Shipping a car from Riyadh to Qatar starts from SAR 1,820 with Alfaris, and luxury and sports cars on an enclosed hydraulic carrier from SAR 5,000.
- Permanent export: Saudi plates cancelled and export plates issued, then 5% duty on value at Abu Samra and Qatari plates.
- Temporary entry: registration, a transit authorisation and insurance valid in Qatar.
- Preparation: a quarter tank of fuel, an empty car and a photographed report.
Cartons and goods from Riyadh
- Cartons: from SAR 91 per carton and SAR 13.5 per kg.
- Spare parts: from SAR 273 per shipment.
- Goods: full truckload (FTL) or part load (LTL), with an invoice and certificate of origin.
- Office furniture: from SAR 910, loaded at the weekend.
Air freight from Riyadh to Doha
Air freight from Riyadh to Qatar starts from SAR 22.5 per kg and arrives in 24โ48 hours. The flight from King Khalid airport to Hamad International takes about an hour and a half. It suits what you need before the furniture arrives: documents, clothes and medicines.
Documents and customs
- Documents: ID or Iqama, packing list, the Fasah authorisation, and a Qatari residence permit or tenancy contract if requested.
- Used furniture: usually exempt for someone relocating.
- New and commercial items: 5% of value.
- What is not shipped: alcohol, pork and flammable materials.
Delivery and assembly in Qatar
| City | Transit from Riyadh | What is needed |
|---|---|---|
| Doha | 1โ2 days | West Bay and The Pearl towers: a move-in permit and lift booking |
| Al Rayyan and Al Wakrah | 1โ2 days | Villas and compounds; direct delivery |
| Lusail | 1โ2 days | Loading slots in the new towers |
| Al Khor and Umm Salal | 2 days | North of Doha |
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The cheapest way to ship furniture from Riyadh to Qatar
The cheapest way is a shared road load: a little furniture from SAR 910 and from SAR 13.5 per kg. You pay only for your space and wait one to two days for the load to fill.
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Frequently asked questions about furniture shipping from Riyadh to Qatar
How much does furniture shipping from Riyadh to Qatar cost?
From SAR 910 for a little furniture and SAR 1,090 for a bedroom set with Alfaris.
How long does shipping from Riyadh to Qatar take?
1โ2 days. A dedicated truck usually reaches Doha the day after loading.
What is the cheapest way to ship from Riyadh to Qatar?
A shared road load, from SAR 91 per carton and SAR 13.5 per kg.
What is the air freight rate per kg from Riyadh to Qatar?
From SAR 22.5 per kg.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Riyadh to Qatar?
From SAR 1,820, and a luxury car on an enclosed hydraulic carrier from SAR 5,000.
Which is the best furniture mover from Riyadh to Qatar?
One that prepares the Salwa documents before loading and assembles in Doha. Alfaris starts from SAR 1,090 for a bedroom set.
How do I ship from Riyadh to Qatar, and what documents are required?
Call 0565967337 for the survey. You need an ID or Iqama, a packing list and a Fasah authorisation.
Is shipping door to door?
Yes, from your Riyadh home to your home in Qatar, with assembly.
Do you ship to Doha, Al Rayyan, Al Wakrah and Lusail?
Yes, and to Al Khor and Umm Salal.
Is the furniture insured?
Yes, optionally, at a percentage of the declared value.
How far is it from Riyadh to Doha by road?
About 585 km: 480 km to Salwa Crossing, then 100 km to Doha.
How long do procedures at Salwa take?
Two hours to a day when the documents are complete.
