Alfaris International Shipping is a furniture shipping company from Dammam to Kuwait with a quick road crossing at Al Khafji: about 420 km along the coastal road, usually arriving in one day. 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.
Route: Dammam โ Jubail โ Al Khafji โ Nuwaiseeb Crossing โ Ahmadi โ Kuwait City ยท about 420 km ยท 4โ5 hoursโ driving ยท usually one day ยท Call: 0565967337
Shipping from Dammam to Kuwait at a glance
- Distance: about 290 km to Al Khafji Crossing, then 130 km to Kuwait City.
- Transit: usually one day for a dedicated truck and 1โ2 days for a shared load.
- Cartons: a small carton from SAR 91 and a parcel from SAR 137.
- Furniture: a small apartment from SAR 1,365 and a bedroom set from SAR 1,640.
- Car: from SAR 910.
- Pickup: Dammam, Khobar, Dhahran, Jubail and Qatif.
- Air: from SAR 59 per kg from King Fahd airport.
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Route details and transit time from Dammam to Kuwait
The road from Dammam to Kuwait is coastal throughout: north along the Gulf through Jubail to Al Khafji, then Nuwaiseeb Crossing, and on to Ahmadi and Kuwait City. Jubail lies on the same road, so its shipments are loaded as the truck passes.
| Leg | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Dammam โ Jubail | about 90 km | 1 hour |
| Jubail โ Al Khafji | about 200 km | 2 hours |
| Al Khafji and Nuwaiseeb crossings | โ | two hours to a day |
| Nuwaiseeb โ Ahmadi โ Kuwait City | about 130 km | 1.5 hours |
| Mode | Transit | Best for | Starts from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared road freight | 1โ2 days | Cartons, parcels and furniture items | SAR 91 per carton |
| Dedicated truck | Usually one day | A full home or full load | By truck size |
| Car carrier | 1โ2 days | Cars | SAR 910 |
| Air freight | 24โ48 hours | Documents and urgent parcels | SAR 59 per kg |
Shipping prices from Dammam to Kuwait
Alfaris prices from Dammam to Kuwait start from SAR 91 for a small carton and SAR 1,365 for a small apartmentโs furniture. The car price is that of Riyadh, the nearest priced city.
| 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.
A quick crossing at Al Khafji: what it takes
- The Fasah authorisation: before loading day, as the truck reaches the border in three hours.
- The packing list: numbered and travelling with the truck.
- Early loading: first thing in the morning, so the truck crosses before the midday rush.
- The right day: early in the week, away from the weekend and holidays.
- A ready consignee: with a Kuwaiti number and a clear address.
Pickup from Eastern Province cities
| City | Pickup notes |
|---|---|
| Dammam | Residential districts and an industrial area; easy truck access |
| Khobar and Dhahran | Towers that need a lift booking, and compounds that ask for an entry permit |
| Jubail | On the Kuwait road itself, so loaded as the truck passes |
| Qatif and Ras Tanura | By appointment, joining the Dammam trip |
Furniture from Dammam to Kuwait
Furniture from Dammam to Kuwait with Alfaris starts from SAR 1,365 for a small apartment and SAR 1,640 for a bedroom set. It is loaded in the morning and usually assembled in Kuwait the next day.
- Survey: free in Dammam, 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 Dammam to Kuwait
Shipping a car from Dammam to Kuwait with Alfaris starts from SAR 910 on a carrier, arriving within one to two 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 Dammam to Kuwait starts from SAR 91, and a parcel from SAR 137. It is collected from Dammam, Khobar and Jubail and arrives within one to two days.
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 Dammam to Kuwait
Air freight from Dammam to Kuwait starts from SAR 59 per kg and arrives in 24โ48 hours. Because a truck from Dammam arrives within a day, air is left for documents and parcels that must arrive the same day.
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 Dammam to Kuwait
- Call: 0565967337, with the shipment type and your city in the Eastern Province.
- Price and date: after photos or a free survey.
- Documents: ID, packing list and the Fasah authorisation.
- Loading: in the morning, with dismantling, packing and numbering.
- Crossing: Al Khafji then Nuwaiseeb.
- 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 3 small cartons | 3 ร SAR 91 | SAR 273 |
| One pallet of goods | 1 ร SAR 545 | SAR 545 |
| 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 Dammam to Kuwait
The cheapest way to ship from Dammam to Kuwait is a shared road load: from SAR 91 for a small carton. Trips from the Eastern Province are frequent, so the load does not wait long.
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 Dammam to Kuwait
How much does furniture shipping from Dammam 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 Dammam to Kuwait take?
Usually one day for a dedicated truck and 1โ2 days for a shared load.
What is the cheapest way to ship from Dammam to Kuwait?
A shared road load, from SAR 91 for a small carton.
What is the air freight rate per kg from Dammam to Kuwait?
From SAR 59 per kg from King Fahd airport.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Dammam to Kuwait?
From SAR 910 on a carrier.
Which is the best furniture mover from Dammam to Kuwait?
One that prepares the Al Khafji documents before loading and assembles in Kuwait the next day. Alfaris starts from SAR 1,365 for a small apartment.
How do I ship from Dammam, 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 Dammam or Khobar to your home in Kuwait.
Do you ship from Dammam to Ahmadi, Hawalli and the Capital?
Yes, and to Farwaniya, Jahra and Mubarak Al-Kabeer.
Is the shipment insured?
Yes, optionally, at a percentage of the declared value.
How far is it from Dammam to Kuwait?
About 420 km: 290 km to Al Khafji Crossing, then 130 km to Kuwait City.
Do you collect from Jubail and Khobar?
Yes, and Jubail lies on the Kuwait road itself, so its shipment is loaded as the truck passes.
