With Alfaris International Shipping, a furniture shipping company from Riyadh to the UAE, you know what your move will cost before it begins: we calculate the volume in cubic metres from photos of your rooms, pack each type of belonging the way it needs, and ship your car with the furniture on the same trip. A bedroom set or studio starts from SAR 1,090, a two- or three-room apartment from SAR 2,275, a villa from SAR 4,990 and a car from SAR 1,290, arriving in Dubai and Abu Dhabi within 2–4 days. Book on 0565967337.
From Riyadh: pickup and packing → Al Batha border → Al Ghuwaifat → Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah and the other emirates · furniture 2–4 days · 0565967337
Before you book: what decides your furniture bill?
- Volume in CBM: a studio is roughly 10–15 m³, a mid-size apartment 20–35 m³, a villa 50 m³ or more.
- Trip type: shared is cheaper and a day or two slower; private leaves immediately.
- Services: packing from SAR 415, dismantling and assembly from SAR 275 per home.
- Building conditions: high floors with no lift, or the need for a crane.
- Starting prices: a room or studio SAR 1,090, an apartment SAR 2,275, a villa SAR 4,990.
- Car with the furniture: from SAR 1,290 on a shared carrier.
- Documents: ID or iqama, the inventory list, a Fasah authorisation and the recipient’s details.
Send photos of your rooms and we will calculate the volume and costGet your price
How is the cost of shipping furniture from Riyadh to the UAE calculated?
The cost is built on the space your furniture takes in the truck, not on the number of rooms alone. Two rooms full of bulky furniture can take more space than three rooms of simple pieces. So we always start by estimating the volume in cubic metres, then choose the truck, then add the services you request.
| Component | How it is priced | From |
|---|---|---|
| Transport | By volume or home category | SAR 1,090 for a room or studio |
| Packing | Per home, materials and labour | SAR 415 |
| Dismantling and assembly | Per home, in both cities | SAR 275 |
| Car | By carrier type | SAR 1,290 |
| Crane or storage | Case by case | Priced after the free survey |
Estimating furniture volume in cubic metres
This table gives approximate volumes for common pieces so you can add up your home’s volume before calling:
| Item | Approx. volume |
|---|---|
| Double bed with mattress | 1.5–2 m³ |
| Three-door wardrobe, dismantled | 1–1.5 m³ |
| Dresser with mirror | 0.5 m³ |
| Three-seater sofa | 1.2–1.5 m³ |
| Sofa set 3+2+1 | 3–3.5 m³ |
| Dining table with 6 chairs | 1.5–2 m³ |
| Large fridge | 1–1.2 m³ |
| Washing machine | 0.5 m³ |
| Medium carton 60×40×40 cm | 0.1 m³ |
💡 The fastest way: you photograph, we calculate
Photograph each room from two angles, plus the kitchen and storeroom inside, and send them on WhatsApp 0565967337. Our team calculates the volume and sends the price, crew size and truck type, and arranges a free survey in Riyadh if needed.
Starting prices by home size
| Home | Approx. volume | From | Truck |
|---|---|---|---|
| One bedroom set | 5–8 m³ | SAR 1,090 | Shared |
| Studio or one-bedroom | 10–15 m³ | SAR 1,090 | Shared |
| Two- or three-room apartment | 20–35 m³ | SAR 2,275 | Shared or medium |
| Large apartment or full floor | 35–45 m³ | SAR 3,690 | Small private truck |
| Villa | 50 m³ or more | SAR 4,990 | Trailer or large truck |
Shared or private? A worked example for a Riyadh apartment
Take a three-room apartment in As Sahafa with an estimated volume of about 28 cubic metres, going to Dubai. The family has two options:
| Item | Shared trip | Private truck |
|---|---|---|
| Furniture transport | from SAR 2,275 | from SAR 3,690 |
| Full packing | SAR 415 | SAR 415 |
| Dismantling and assembly | SAR 275 | SAR 275 |
| Approx. total | about SAR 2,965 | about SAR 4,380 |
| Transit | 2–4 days | 1–3 days |
| Departure | with the next suitable trip | as soon as loading ends |
The difference in cost is clear, balanced by a day or two in transit and less flexibility on departure. If your Dubai move-in date is flexible, shared freight saves you the difference; if you are tied to a lease date or the start of school, a private truck gives you certainty.
ℹ️ When is a private truck the only sensible choice?
When the furniture fills roughly half the truck or more, when the shipment includes valuable pieces you prefer not to share space with others, or when delivery day is fixed and cannot slip.
The packing materials we use and why
The quality of packing materials decides the condition of your furniture after a thousand kilometres of road. We do not use second-hand cartons or thin bags, but materials made for long-distance moves:
| Material | Used for | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Double-wall cartons | Dishes, books and heavy items | Do not collapse under weight through repeated handling |
| Tall wardrobe cartons | Hanging clothes | Clothes stay on their hangers without folding |
| Bubble wrap | Glass, electronics and antiques | Absorbs road vibration |
| Moving blankets | Wooden furniture and tables | Protect against scratches and knocks |
| Stretch film | Holding blankets and protecting fabrics | Keeps out dust and moisture |
| Cardboard corners | Table edges, mirrors and frames | The most breakable points of furniture |
| White packing paper | Plates and glasses | Leaves no marks on dishes |
| Wide packing tape | Sealing cartons | A firm seal that does not open on the road |
Preparing the kitchen for shipping
The kitchen holds the most small and breakable pieces in the home, and takes the longest to pack. Each plate and glass is wrapped separately in packing paper, and plates are stood upright rather than stacked flat in divided cartons, because an upright plate takes pressure better than a stack. Pots and pans nest inside each other with paper between, and knives are wrapped and clearly marked. For food, we advise against shipping anything opened and keeping to sealed tins and dry goods in personal quantities.
💡 Start with the kitchen two days early
If you will pack part yourself, start with kitchen items you do not use daily two days before loading, and leave the essentials for the crew’s day.
Preparing appliances before loading day
Appliances need preparation before the crew arrives, as some are damaged if moved straight after use:
| Appliance | What to do before loading | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Fridge and freezer | Switch off 24 hours ahead, clean and dry | Prevents odours and water leaking into the load |
| Washing machine | Disconnect and drain the hose and drum | Leftover water causes mould and leaks |
| Split AC | Have a technician remove it and pump the gas into the outdoor unit | Wrong removal damages the compressor |
| Screens | Keep the original box if you have it | The best protection on the road |
| Computer | Back up important files and carry it if possible | Data cannot be replaced |
| Electric oven and microwave | Remove glass trays and pack them separately | Inner glass breaks with vibration |
Children’s rooms and toys
Children’s rooms have many scattered pieces: small toys, school books, specially designed beds and art supplies. We gather small toys in well-sealed cartons so no parts are lost, dismantle bunk beds and pack their parts with screws in a labelled bag, and set aside a clearly marked carton for what the children need on the first night. This carton is loaded last so it comes off first in the UAE.
What raises the cost and what lowers it?
The final price is not fixed by fate; many decisions before shipping lower it clearly, and some conditions raise it if they are not counted early.
⚠️ Beware of a quote that does not ask about volume
If someone gives you a final price for a home move without seeing photos or asking about items, the price will probably change on loading day. An accurate price needs the volume.
Loading from the apartment: how we handle Riyadh buildings
Most people moving from Riyadh to the UAE live in apartments in three- or four-storey buildings, some with a small lift and some with none. Loading from an apartment needs planning: which pieces go down in the lift, which by the stairs, which need extra dismantling, and when the truck can stand outside without disturbing neighbours.
- We protect the apartment entrance, stairs and lift with covers before starting.
- Small cartons go down in the lift first, then the large dismantled pieces.
- Pieces too big for the lift go down the stairs with a crew trained to carry them.
- On high floors with narrow stairs we use a crane from the balcony or window.
- The truck is loaded in the same order it will be unloaded in the UAE.
ℹ️ Why does loading order matter?
Because furniture is unloaded in the UAE in reverse order. We put what you will need last at the back of the truck and what you need first near the door, so assembly in the new home starts with the main rooms.
Packing clothes, linen and soft items
Clothes, bedding and curtains take a large share of every home’s volume, and how they are packed affects their condition on arrival and the space they take.
| Items | Packing method | Tip |
|---|---|---|
| Hanging clothes | Tall wardrobe cartons with a hanging rail | Arrive without creases or ironing |
| Folded clothes | Medium cartons with an inner plastic bag | Protected from dust and moisture |
| Blankets and duvets | Vacuum bags, then a carton | Volume cut roughly in half |
| Curtains | Folded after cleaning, in a sealed bag | Label by room to rehang quickly |
| Mattresses | Thick plastic covers sized to the mattress | Prevent stains and dust |
| Pillows and throws | Large bags inside cartons | Light, and fill gaps in the truck |
💡 Vacuum bags save volume
Blankets and winter clothes take a lot of space. Vacuum bags shrink them visibly, which means fewer cubic metres on the bill.
Packing furniture and appliances
Each type of furniture has a packing material that suits it, and mixing them up exposes pieces to scratches, breakage or moisture:
Transit time from Riyadh to each emirate
Furniture takes a little longer than cartons, because loading, unloading and assembly are part of the trip. These figures run from loading day to delivery day:
| Emirate | Shared trip | Private truck |
|---|---|---|
| Abu Dhabi and Al Ain | 2–3 days | 1–2 days |
| Dubai | 2–4 days | 1–3 days |
| Sharjah and Ajman | 2–4 days | 1–3 days |
| Ras Al Khaimah, Umm Al Quwain, Fujairah | 3–5 days | 2–3 days |
The route from Riyadh passes Al Batha and then Al Ghuwaifat, about 900 km to Abu Dhabi and 1,050 km to Dubai. Border and road details are in the shipping company from Riyadh to the UAE guide.
Shipping the car with the furniture
Most people moving their furniture to the UAE need their car there too. Instead of driving it a thousand kilometres after an exhausting loading day, we ship it on a car carrier with its wheels strapped down and time its arrival with the furniture truck on the same day.
| Option | From | With the furniture |
|---|---|---|
| Shared carrier | SAR 1,290 | Arrives in the same window as shared furniture |
| Private flatbed | SAR 2,050 | Arrives with the private truck on the same day |
| Enclosed carrier | SAR 4,150 | For luxury cars with full protection |
Car documents
The registration card and the owner’s ID, plus valid UAE insurance and an exit permit for temporary exit, or a Traffic export certificate and export plates for final export — with no outstanding violations and a bank no-objection letter if the car is financed.
⚠️ Empty the car completely
Do not put furniture items inside the car to save space; it complicates inspection, the contents are not insured, and it can delay the whole carrier at the border.
The inventory list: the paper that protects your furniture
The inventory list is the most important document in a furniture shipment. Customs at Al Batha and Al Ghuwaifat match it with the load, and you use it at delivery to confirm every carton has arrived. A good list is detailed, numbered and written after packing, not before.
| Carton no. | Room | Contents | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1–12 | Master bedroom | Clothes, bedding, personal items | Wardrobe cartons 1–3 |
| 13–20 | Kitchen | Plates, glasses, cookware | Fragile |
| 21–25 | Children’s room | Toys, books, clothes | — |
| 26 | Living room | Small electronics | Fragile, declared value |
ℹ️ A good list shortens inspection
When a customs inspector sees a detailed, numbered list that matches the load, there is less need to open cartons. A vague phrase like “household items” usually means a longer inspection.
Documents required to ship furniture from Riyadh
The documents for shipping furniture from Riyadh to the UAE are an ID or iqama copy, a passport copy where needed, a detailed inventory list in Arabic or English, an electronic Fasah authorisation for the clearance agent, and the recipient’s UAE details (name, mobile, address, and an Emirates ID or passport copy on request).
| Document | Who prepares it | When |
|---|---|---|
| ID or iqama copy | Sender | Before loading day |
| Inventory list | Sender with the Alfaris crew | On loading day after packing |
| Fasah authorisation | Sender, electronically | Before loading day |
| Recipient details and ID | Recipient in the UAE | Before the shipment reaches the border |
| Car documents | Owner | Before the car’s shipping date |
Used furniture with its documents is normally treated as personal effects, while new furniture with invoices may be subject to duty and VAT depending on the customs assessment.
What cannot be shipped with furniture?
- Gas cylinders, petrol, flammable paints and pesticides.
- Weapons, ammunition and their parts.
- Unlicensed medicines and narcotics.
- Perishable and frozen food.
- Cash, gold, jewellery and original documents — these travel with you.
- Plants and soil without permits.
Air freight for urgent items
Between loading day in Riyadh and delivery day in the UAE there are only a few days, but some things you need the moment you arrive: a work laptop, children’s school clothes, or tools you cannot do without. We fly these from SAR 45 per chargeable kg, arriving in 24–48 hours, while the furniture follows by road at the better rate.
Insuring your furniture
Insurance is optional and calculated as a percentage of the declared value. We recommend it for modern appliances, luxury furniture and antiques. Record the value of important pieces on the list, photograph them before packing, and inspect the shipment at delivery before signing.
Delivery and assembly in the UAE
At the new home the crew carries cartons by number into the right rooms, reassembles beds, wardrobes and tables, and arranges the furniture as you want. If your home is in a tower, the service lift must be booked in advance with the building management. Delivery covers every emirate: Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah, Ajman, Al Ain, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Umm Al Quwain.
Steps to ship furniture from Riyadh to the UAE
- Send photos of your rooms, your Riyadh address and your UAE destination to 0565967337.
- Receive the volume estimate, itemised price and date.
- Sort your belongings, prepare documents and grant the Fasah authorisation.
- Loading day: dismantling, packing, numbering, inventory list and loading.
- Follow the shipment by its number on Track Your Shipment.
- Delivery day: unloading, assembly and arranging, then inspection and signature.
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FAQ: shipping furniture from Riyadh to the UAE
How much does shipping furniture from Riyadh to the UAE cost?
From SAR 1,090 for a bedroom set or studio, SAR 2,275 for a two- or three-room apartment, SAR 3,690 for a large apartment by private truck and SAR 4,990 for a villa.
How do I know my furniture volume in cubic metres?
Add up the approximate volumes from the table in this guide, or send photos of your rooms on WhatsApp and we calculate it for you.
How many cubic metres does a mid-size apartment need?
A two- or three-room apartment usually needs 20–35 cubic metres depending on how much furniture it has.
Is packing included in the price?
Full packing is a service from SAR 415 per home, and you can pack soft items yourself to lower the cost.
How long does furniture take from Riyadh to Dubai?
2–4 days on a shared trip and 1–3 days by private truck.
Can I ship my car with the furniture?
Yes, from SAR 1,290 on a shared carrier, timed to arrive with the furniture on the same day.
Why is an inventory list required?
Because customs match it with the load at both borders, and it is your reference at delivery to check every carton.
Do I pay customs on used furniture in the UAE?
Used furniture with its documents is normally treated as personal effects; new furniture may be subject to duty depending on the customs assessment.
How can I lower my furniture shipping cost?
Sort before shipping, be flexible on dates to use a shared trip, and book furniture and car in one order.
Do you assemble furniture in the UAE?
Yes, we reassemble rooms and wardrobes and arrange furniture across the UAE; dismantling and assembly start from SAR 275 per home.
What if my UAE home is not ready?
We store the furniture temporarily in a secure warehouse until it is, priced after the free survey.
