Alfaris International Shipping is a shipping company from Al-Ahsa to Qatar, and Al-Ahsa is the closest Saudi city to Qatar: Salwa Crossing is about 150 km from Hofuf, and Doha 250 km. A shipment usually arrives in one day. Prices start from SAR 91 per carton, SAR 13.5 per kg, SAR 910 for a little furniture, SAR 1,090 for a bedroom set and SAR 1,090 to ship a sedan.
Hofuf โ Salwa Crossing โ Abu Samra Crossing โ Doha ยท about 250 km ยท 2.5 hoursโ driving ยท usually one day ยท Call: 0565967337
Shipping from Al-Ahsa to Qatar at a glance
- Distance: about 150 km to Salwa Crossing, then 100 km to Doha.
- Transit: usually one day for a dedicated truck and 1โ2 days for a shared load.
- 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.
- Pickup: Hofuf, Al Mubarraz, Al Oyun and the eastern and northern villages.
- What sets the timing: the border, not the road, so documents are prepared before loading.
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Route details and transit time from Al-Ahsa to Qatar
From Hofuf a single direct road reaches Salwa Crossing in an hour and a half. A truck loaded at dawn is at the border before noon and in Doha by the afternoon, when the documents are ready.
| Leg | Distance | Time |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Al-Ahsa 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 |
Al-Ahsa prices are those of the Eastern Province, the starting prices to Qatar. Any Qatari customs duty is outside them.
Why is Al-Ahsa the closest point to Qatar?
| From | Distance to Salwa | Distance to Doha | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al-Ahsa | about 150 km | about 250 km | Usually one day |
| Dammam | about 300 km | about 400 km | 1โ2 days |
| Riyadh | about 480 km | about 585 km | 1โ2 days |
| Jeddah | about 1,430 km | about 1,530 km | 3โ5 days |
Same-day shipping: what does it take?
- The Fasah authorisation: issued before loading day.
- The packing list: numbered and travelling with the truck.
- Early loading: at dawn or first thing in the morning.
- A dedicated truck: a shared load waits to fill.
- A ready consignee: with a Qatari number, a clear address and the tower permit if there is one.
- The right day: early in the week, away from the weekend rush.
Furniture from Al-Ahsa
- Survey: in Hofuf, Al Mubarraz or the villages, or by photos.
- Dismantling and packing: a carpenter, blankets and film, and bubble wrap for glass.
- A short road: but packing is still complete, as loading and unloading are where the risk lies, not the distance.
- Assembly: the same or the next day in Qatar.
Car shipping from Al-Ahsa to Qatar
Shipping a car from Al-Ahsa 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 the same or the next day.
- 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 Al-Ahsa
- Cartons: from SAR 91 per carton and SAR 13.5 per kg.
- Al-Ahsa dates: by the carton for gifts, and by refrigerated truck for commercial quantities.
- Spare parts: from SAR 273 per shipment.
- Goods: full truckload (FTL) or part load (LTL), reaching Doha and Mesaieed within a day.
Air freight from Al-Ahsa to Qatar
Air freight to Qatar starts from SAR 22.5 per kg and arrives in 24โ48 hours through Dammam airport. From Al-Ahsa it is rarely needed: a truck is quicker than taking the parcel to the airport and waiting for a flight.
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.
- Dates and food: a health certificate for commercial quantities.
- Prohibited in Qatar: alcohol, pork and flammable materials.
Steps for shipping from Al-Ahsa to Qatar
- Call: 0565967337, with the shipment type and your location in Al-Ahsa.
- Price and date: the same day.
- Documents: ID, packing list and the Fasah authorisation before loading.
- Loading: in the morning, with dismantling, packing and numbering.
- Crossing: Salwa then Abu Samra.
- Delivery: in Doha that evening or the next day.
Delivery across Qatari cities
| City | Transit from Al-Ahsa | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Doha | Usually one day | A move-in permit for towers |
| Al Rayyan and Al Wakrah | Usually one day | Direct delivery |
| Mesaieed | Usually one day | An industrial area with an entry permit |
| Lusail and Al Khor | 1โ2 days | North of Doha |
How to work out the cost, and the cheapest way
| Example | Calculation | Cost as a starting price |
|---|---|---|
| 3 cartons of dates | 3 ร SAR 91 | SAR 273 |
| 40 kg of belongings | 40 ร SAR 13.5 | SAR 540 |
| Bedroom set + sedan | 1,090 + 1,090 | SAR 2,180 |
The cheapest way to ship from Al-Ahsa to Qatar is a shared load: SAR 91 per carton and SAR 13.5 per kg, leaving within one to two days.
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Frequently asked questions about shipping from Al-Ahsa to Qatar
How much does shipping from Al-Ahsa to Qatar cost?
From SAR 91 per carton and SAR 13.5 per kg with Alfaris, and a bedroom set from SAR 1,090.
How long does shipping from Al-Ahsa to Qatar take?
Usually one day for a dedicated truck and 1โ2 days for a shared load.
What is the cheapest way to ship from Al-Ahsa to Qatar?
A shared load, from SAR 91 per carton and SAR 13.5 per kg.
What is the air freight rate per kg?
From SAR 22.5 per kg through Dammam airport, though a truck is usually quicker.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Al-Ahsa to Qatar?
From SAR 1,090 for a sedan and SAR 1,820 on a hydraulic carrier.
Which is the best furniture mover from Al-Ahsa to Qatar?
One that prepares the documents before loading so the shipment crosses the same day. Alfaris starts from SAR 1,090 for a bedroom set.
How do I ship from Al-Ahsa, and what documents are required?
Call 0565967337. You need an ID or Iqama, a packing list and a Fasah authorisation.
Is shipping door to door?
Yes, from your home in Hofuf or Al Mubarraz to the consigneeโs address in Qatar.
Do you ship from Al-Ahsa to Doha, Al Rayyan and Al Wakrah?
Yes, and to Mesaieed, Lusail and Al Khor.
Is the shipment insured?
Yes, optionally, at a percentage of the declared value.
How far is Salwa Crossing from Al-Ahsa?
About 150 km from Hofuf, an hour and a half by truck.
Does the shipment reach Doha the same day?
Usually yes for a dedicated truck, if the Fasah authorisation is issued before loading and the truck is loaded in the morning.
