Alfaris International Shipping is a furniture shipping company from Dammam to Qatar via Salwa Crossing, and Dammam is among the closest major cities to Qatar: about 400 km to Doha. Furniture arrives in 1โ2 days. Prices start from SAR 91 per carton, SAR 910 for a little furniture, SAR 1,090 for a bedroom set and SAR 1,090 to ship a sedan.
Dammam โ Hofuf โ Salwa Crossing โ Abu Samra Crossing โ Doha ยท about 400 km ยท 4โ5 hoursโ driving ยท 1โ2 days ยท Call: 0565967337
Shipping from Dammam to Qatar at a glance
- Distance: about 300 km to Salwa Crossing, then 100 km to Doha.
- Transit: a dedicated truck is loaded in the morning and reaches Doha that evening or the next day.
- Prices: a carton from SAR 91, a little furniture from SAR 910 and a bedroom set from SAR 1,090.
- Car: a sedan from SAR 1,090 on an open carrier, and a 4ร4 or luxury car on a hydraulic carrier from SAR 1,820.
- Pickup: Dammam, Khobar, Dhahran, Qatif and Jubail.
- Air: from SAR 22.5 per kg from King Fahd airport.
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Route details and transit time from Dammam to Qatar
The road from Dammam to Qatar runs south alongside the Gulf: a motorway to Hofuf, then the Salwa road to the crossing. The truck passes neither Riyadh nor any congested city, so the time is all at the border, not on the road.
| Leg | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Dammam โ Hofuf | about 150 km | 1.5 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 |
Shipping prices from Dammam to Qatar
| Shipment type | Unit | Starts from |
|---|---|---|
| Carton or small parcel | per carton | SAR 91 |
| Personal effects | per kg by road | SAR 13.5 |
| Air parcel | per kg | SAR 22.5 |
| Spare parts | per shipment | SAR 273 |
| A little furniture | by quantity | SAR 910 |
| Complete bedroom set | with dismantling and packing | SAR 1,090 |
| Office furniture | per shipment | SAR 910 |
| Apartment or villa | dedicated truck | After a free survey |
| Sedan | open carrier | SAR 1,090 |
| 4ร4 or luxury car | hydraulic carrier | SAR 1,820 |
These are starting prices to Doha, covering door-to-door transport and clearance. Any Qatari customs duty is outside them.
Crossing at Salwa
- Before loading: the Fasah authorisation and packing list, as the truck reaches the border in three hours.
- At Salwa: an export declaration, weighing and an X-ray check.
- At Abu Samra: an import declaration, inspection and assessment of any duty.
- Best time: early in the week and in the morning; the crossing is busy at weekends and holidays.
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 |
| Qatif and Saihat | Narrow inner streets; a small truck for loading |
| Jubail and Ras Tanura | By appointment, joining the Dammam shipments |
Furniture from Dammam
- Survey: free in Dammam and Khobar, or by photos.
- Dismantling and packing: a carpenter, blankets and film, and bubble wrap for glass.
- Coastal humidity: Dammam and Doha are both on the Gulf, so fabrics are sealed in tight film.
- Assembly: at your home in Qatar, usually the next day.
Car shipping from Dammam to Qatar
Shipping a car from Dammam to Qatar with Alfaris starts from SAR 1,090 for a sedan on an open carrier and SAR 1,820 for 4x4s and luxury cars on a hydraulic carrier. It arrives within one to two days.
- Permanent export: export plates, then 5% of 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 Dammam
- 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) from the industrial area to Doha, Mesaieed and Ras Laffan.
- Sea: from Dammam port to Hamad Port for heavy containers, quoted on request.
Air freight from Dammam to Qatar
Air freight from Dammam to Qatar starts from SAR 22.5 per kg and arrives in 24โ48 hours. Because a truck from Dammam reaches Doha within a day, air is left for documents and parcels that must arrive the same day.
Required documents and customs
| Shipment type | Documents |
|---|---|
| Personal effects and furniture | ID or Iqama + packing list + consignee details |
| Car | Registration + ownerโs ID + export plates or transit authorisation |
| Goods | Invoice + packing list + commercial registration + certificate of origin |
| All | The brokerโs authorisation through the Fasah platform |
- Used furniture: usually exempt for someone relocating.
- GCC origin: exempt with a certificate of origin; foreign goods pay 5%.
- Prohibited in Qatar: alcohol, pork and flammable materials.
Steps for shipping from Dammam to Qatar
- 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: dismantling, packing and numbering.
- Crossing: Salwa then Abu Samra.
- Delivery: unloading, assembly and checking the list.
Delivery across Qatari cities
| City | Transit from Dammam | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Doha | 1โ2 days | A move-in permit for towers |
| Al Rayyan and Al Wakrah | 1โ2 days | Direct delivery |
| Lusail | 1โ2 days | Loading slots |
| Al Khor and Mesaieed | 2 days | North and south of Doha |
How to work out the cost, and the cheapest way
| Example | Calculation | Cost as a starting price |
|---|---|---|
| 3 cartons | 3 ร SAR 91 | SAR 273 |
| 50 kg of belongings | 50 ร SAR 13.5 | SAR 675 |
| Bedroom set + sedan | 1,090 + 1,090 | SAR 2,180 |
The cheapest way to ship from Dammam to Qatar is a shared road load: SAR 91 per carton and SAR 13.5 per kg. Trips from the Eastern Province are frequent, so the load does not wait long.
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Frequently asked questions about shipping from Dammam to Qatar
How much does furniture shipping from Dammam to Qatar cost?
From SAR 910 for a little furniture and SAR 1,090 for a bedroom set with Alfaris, and a carton from SAR 91.
How long does shipping from Dammam to Qatar take?
1โ2 days, and a dedicated truck may reach Doha the same day.
What is the cheapest way to ship from Dammam 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 Dammam to Qatar?
From SAR 22.5 per kg from King Fahd airport.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Dammam to Qatar?
From SAR 1,090 for a sedan and SAR 1,820 for a 4ร4 on a hydraulic carrier.
Which is the best furniture mover from Dammam to Qatar?
One that prepares the Salwa documents before loading and assembles in Doha the next day. Alfaris starts from SAR 1,090 for a bedroom set.
How do I ship from Dammam to Qatar, and what documents are required?
Call 0565967337. You need an ID or Iqama, a packing list, a Fasah authorisation and the consigneeโs details.
Is shipping door to door?
Yes, from your home in Dammam or Khobar to your home in Qatar.
Do you ship from Dammam to Doha, Al Rayyan and Al Wakrah?
Yes, and to Lusail, Al Khor and Mesaieed.
Is the shipment insured?
Yes, optionally, at a percentage of the declared value.
How far is it from Dammam to Doha?
About 400 km: 300 km to Salwa Crossing, then 100 km to Doha.
Do you collect from Khobar and Jubail?
Yes, and from Dhahran, Qatif and Ras Tanura, by appointment.
