International shipping company rates to the UAE and Jordan differ between the two destinations and by the type of company. With Alfaris International Shipping, shipping to the UAE starts from SAR 135 per carton and SAR 13.5 per kg by road, and to Jordan from SAR 36 per carton and SAR 6.4 per kg of clothes. Car shipping starts from SAR 1,090 to the UAE and SAR 1,365 to Jordan, and air freight from SAR 45 and SAR 55 per kg.
UAE: Al Batha Crossing · 1–3 days from Riyadh · Jordan: Al Haditha Crossing · 2–4 days from Riyadh · Prices in riyals, starting prices · Call: 0565967337
Shipping rates to the UAE and Jordan at a glance
- Carton: to the UAE from SAR 135, and to Jordan from SAR 36.
- Per kg by road: to the UAE from SAR 13.5, and to Jordan from SAR 6.4 for clothes and SAR 13.5 for goods.
- Per kg by air: to the UAE from SAR 45, and to Jordan from SAR 55.
- Bedroom set: to the UAE from SAR 1,090, and to Jordan from SAR 1,640.
- Car: to the UAE from SAR 1,090, and to Jordan from SAR 1,365.
- The customs difference: the UAE is inside the GCC customs union; Jordan is outside it and has a 16% sales tax.
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Table of international shipping rates to the UAE and Jordan
| Shipment type | To the UAE | To Jordan |
|---|---|---|
| Carton | SAR 135 (up to 10 kg) | SAR 36 |
| Parcel of 5–10 kg | SAR 135 | SAR 118 |
| Per kg by road, belongings | SAR 13.5 | SAR 6.4 for clothes |
| Per kg by road, goods | SAR 7.3 above 100 kg | SAR 13.5 |
| Per kg by air | SAR 45 | SAR 55 |
| A little furniture | SAR 775 per item | SAR 455 |
| Complete bedroom set | SAR 1,090 | SAR 1,640 |
| Car | SAR 1,090 on a shared carrier | SAR 1,365 for a small car |
| Car on a dedicated carrier | SAR 2,275 enclosed | SAR 2,000 hydraulic |
| 20 ft container by sea | SAR 2,275 to Jebel Ali | SAR 4,370 to Aqaba |
📌 How to read the table
The figures are starting prices from Riyadh and cover door-to-door transport. They exclude customs duty in the destination country. Furniture prices include dismantling, packing and delivery. Furniture placement is available in the UAE, and by agreement in Jordan.
Why do rates differ between the UAE and Jordan?
| Factor | UAE | Jordan |
|---|---|---|
| Border | Al Batha → Al Ghuwaifat | Al Haditha → Al Omari |
| Distance from Riyadh | about 1,050 km to Dubai | about 1,400 km to Amman |
| Transit from Riyadh | 1–3 days | 2–4 days |
| Transit from Jeddah | 3–5 days | 3–5 days via Halat Ammar |
| Customs | GCC customs union; 5% duty on foreign goods | Outside the union; duties by item and 16% sales tax |
| Typical shipments | Family relocations and commercial goods | Expatriates’ effects, clothes and gifts |
That is why cartons and clothes cost less to Jordan, where expatriates’ shipments are priced per carton and per kg in large volumes, while furniture and cars cost less to the UAE because the distance is shorter.
Road, sea and air freight rates
| Mode | To the UAE | To Jordan | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared road | from SAR 13.5 per kg, 1–5 days | from SAR 6.4 per kg, 3–6 days | Cartons and a little furniture |
| Road by dedicated truck | per truck, 1–3 days | per truck, 2–4 days | A full home or full load |
| Sea | from SAR 2,275 per 20 ft container, 7–12 days | from SAR 4,370 per 20 ft container from Jeddah to Aqaba, 3–6 days | Heavy goods |
| Air | from SAR 45 per kg, 24–48 hours | from SAR 55 per kg, 24–72 hours | Urgent parcels and documents |
Rates for furniture and appliances
Furniture to the UAE with Alfaris starts from SAR 775 per item and SAR 1,090 for a bedroom set; to Jordan from SAR 455 for a little furniture and SAR 1,640 for a complete room. Electronics are packed with foam corners and card, and screens are loaded upright.
Refrigerated freight rates for food and medicines
Food, dates and medicines ship to the UAE and Jordan in refrigerated trucks at a controlled temperature. The price is set by the shipment’s volume and the temperature required, and a health certificate is requested for commercial quantities. Heat-sensitive wooden furniture ships in an insulated truck in summer on request.
Car shipping rates to the UAE and Jordan
| Service | To the UAE | To Jordan |
|---|---|---|
| Small car or sedan on a shared carrier | from SAR 1,090 | from SAR 1,365 |
| Sedan on a dedicated carrier | from SAR 2,275 (enclosed) | from SAR 2,000 (hydraulic) |
| Luxury car or 4×4 | Quoted on request | from SAR 3,640 |
| Charges on arrival | 5% of value for permanent registration | By the car’s type and year |
Express courier rates versus freight company rates
| Criterion | Express couriers (DHL, Aramex, SMSA, FedEx) | A freight company such as Alfaris |
|---|---|---|
| Pricing | Per kg and volumetric weight, in tiers | Per carton, kg, cubic metre or truck |
| Best for | Documents and small urgent parcels | Many cartons, furniture, cars and goods |
| Rate per kg | Several times higher per kilogram | From SAR 13.5 to the UAE and SAR 6.4 to Jordan |
| Services | Pickup, delivery and tracking | Dismantling, packing, clearance, delivery and tracking |
Air freight to the UAE and Jordan
Air freight with Alfaris starts from SAR 45 per kg to the UAE, arriving in 24–48 hours, and SAR 55 per kg to Jordan in 24–72 hours. It is charged on the higher of actual and volumetric weight: length × width × height in centimetres ÷ 6,000.
Customs: what is added to the freight charge?
- UAE: used furniture for someone relocating is usually exempt. GCC-origin goods are exempt, foreign goods pay 5%, and VAT is 5% on commercial imports.
- Jordan: duties vary by item, with a 16% sales tax on most imports. Exemption on used furniture is considered for a Jordanian returning for good.
- In both cases: duties are outside the freight charge and are estimated before loading.
Worked cost examples
| Example | To the UAE | To Jordan |
|---|---|---|
| 5 cartons | 5 × 135 = SAR 675 | 5 × 36 = SAR 180 |
| 100 kg of clothes and belongings | 100 × 13.5 = SAR 1,350 | 100 × 6.4 = SAR 640 |
| 10 kg air parcel | 10 × 45 = SAR 450 | 10 × 55 = SAR 550 |
| Bedroom set + car | 1,090 + 1,090 = SAR 2,180 | 1,640 + 1,365 = SAR 3,005 |
Documents required for both destinations
- Personal effects and furniture: ID, Iqama or passport, a packing list and the consignee’s details.
- Car: registration, the owner’s ID and export plates.
- Goods: invoice, packing list, commercial registration and certificate of origin.
- All: the broker’s authorisation through the Fasah platform.
- For Jordan: a passport, and proof of permanent return for anyone seeking exemption.
The cheapest way to ship to the UAE and Jordan
The cheapest way to both destinations is shared road freight: from SAR 13.5 per kg to the UAE and SAR 6.4 per kg to Jordan with Alfaris. The saving grows by sending everything at once, dismantling furniture and avoiding summer and the Eid holidays.
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Frequently asked questions about international shipping rates to the UAE and Jordan
How much does shipping from Saudi Arabia to the UAE cost?
From SAR 135 per carton and SAR 13.5 per kg by road with Alfaris, and a bedroom set from SAR 1,090.
How much does shipping from Saudi Arabia to Jordan cost?
From SAR 36 per carton and SAR 6.4 per kg of clothes, and a bedroom set from SAR 1,640.
How long does shipping to the two destinations take?
1–3 days to the UAE and 2–4 days to Jordan from Riyadh by road.
What is the cheapest way to ship internationally?
Shared road freight: from SAR 13.5 per kg to the UAE and SAR 6.4 to Jordan.
What is the air freight rate per kg?
SAR 45 to start to the UAE and SAR 55 to Jordan.
How much does it cost to ship a car?
From SAR 1,090 to the UAE and SAR 1,365 for a small car to Jordan.
Which is the best furniture mover to the UAE and Jordan?
One that gives an itemised price and handles clearance and delivery to your home. Alfaris starts from SAR 1,090 for a bedroom set to the UAE.
How do I get my shipment’s price, and what documents are required?
Send the weight or photos and the destination to 0565967337. You need an ID or passport, a packing list and a Fasah authorisation.
Are the prices door to door?
Yes, from your address in Saudi Arabia to the consignee’s address, excluding customs duty.
Do you ship to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Amman and Irbid?
Yes, and to Sharjah, Ajman, Zarqa, Aqaba and the other cities.
Is the shipment insured?
Yes, optionally, at a percentage of the declared value.
Are DHL and Aramex cheaper than freight companies?
For documents and small urgent parcels they may suit. For many cartons, furniture and cars, a freight company is far cheaper per kilogram.
Why is a carton cheaper to Jordan and furniture cheaper to the UAE?
Jordan shipments are mostly expatriates’ cartons priced in large volumes, while the UAE is closer, lowering the truck price.
