Looking for a shipping company from Riyadh to the UAE that collects from your door in the capital and delivers in Dubai or Abu Dhabi without you dealing with several parties? Alfaris International Shipping collects from every Riyadh district as well as Al-Kharj and Diriyah, crosses the Al Batha border and delivers within 1โ3 days to Abu Dhabi, Dubai, Sharjah and the other emirates. Prices start from SAR 135 for a carton, SAR 1,090 for a studio or bedroom set, SAR 2,275 for a mid-size apartment and SAR 1,290 for a car on a carrier. Call or WhatsApp 0565967337.
Riyadh โ Haradh highway โ Al Batha border โ Al Ghuwaifat border โ Abu Dhabi (about 900 km) โ Dubai (about 1,050 km) ยท 1โ3 days ยท 0565967337
The capital-to-UAE route in summary
- Pickup: every Riyadh district plus Al-Kharj, Diriyah and Muzahmiyah, morning or evening.
- Distance: about 550 km to Al Batha, 900 km to Abu Dhabi and 1,050 km to Dubai.
- Transit: 1โ3 days to Dubai, with Abu Dhabi usually reached hours earlier.
- Cartons: from SAR 135 up to 10 kg, and SAR 13.5 per kg over 20 kg.
- Furniture: studio from SAR 1,090, apartment from SAR 2,275, villa from SAR 4,990.
- Cars: SAR 1,290 shared, SAR 2,050 private flatbed, SAR 4,150 enclosed.
- Urgent air: from King Khalid Airport, from SAR 45 per kg in 24โ48 hours.
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Why Riyadh ships more to the UAE than any other city
The capital is the Kingdomโs largest city by population and business, and every month thousands of employees and families move from it to Dubai and Abu Dhabi, while commercial shipments leave daily for UAE markets. That is why our Riyadh departures are more frequent than from any other city โ and the customer benefits directly: earlier dates, more chances to join a shared trip soon, and prices that stay low because trucks do not run half empty.
Needs differ by reason for shipping: an employee transferred to Abu Dhabi who needs an apartment moved, a family joining its provider in Dubai, a trader in Al Sulay or the Industrial City distributing goods in Sharjah, or a parent sending cartons to a son studying in Al Ain. Each case has a service designed for it in this guide.
Pickup in Riyadh: from every district to the truck
Your shipmentโs journey begins at your door. Our crews work in Riyadh every day and know each area: modern buildings in the north with large lifts, villas in the east and west with different entrances, and older districts in the centre and south with narrow streets where a smaller truck loads first and transfers to the large one.
| Area | Example districts | Pickup note |
|---|---|---|
| North Riyadh | Al Malqa, An Narjis, Al Yasmin, Hittin, As Sahafa, Al Arid | Modern buildings and villas, usually easy pickup |
| East Riyadh | Ar Rawdah, An Nasim, Ar Rayyan, Al Khaleej, Al Qadisiyah | Villas and ground-floor homes, direct loading |
| West Riyadh | As Suwaidi, Dhahrat Laban, Tuwaiq, Al Uraija | Some streets need a smaller truck |
| Central Riyadh | Al Olaya, Al Malaz, Al Murabba, Al Wurud | Coordination with tower management |
| South Riyadh | Ash Shifa, Al Aziziyah, Al Hazm, Badr | Morning pickup to avoid traffic |
| Industrial areas | Al Sulay, Second Industrial City | Commercial goods and equipment with cranes |
| Around Riyadh | Al-Kharj, Diriyah, Muzahmiyah, Dhurma | Pickup by prior appointment |
How pickup day works
- Your coordinator calls the day before to confirm the time, crew size and truck type.
- The crew arrives with materials and tools and starts dismantling rooms and wardrobes.
- Everything is packed by type, and each carton is numbered and recorded on the list.
- The truck is loaded in the right order and every row is strapped.
- You review the list with the supervisor, sign it and receive your shipment number.
๐ก Choose the morning in summer
Early-morning pickup is faster and easier on the crew and the furniture, and lets the truck head east the same day.
The road to the border: Riyadh to Al Batha
After loading, the truck heads south-east towards Al Batha, usually via the Haradh highway or the Al-Ahsa road depending on consolidation points and road conditions. The distance is about 550 km, covered in a few hours, followed by clearance at the border.
| Stage | Approx. distance | Approx. time |
|---|---|---|
| Riyadh to Al Batha | about 550 km | 6โ8 hours |
| Procedures at both borders | โ | Hours to a day depending on traffic |
| Al Ghuwaifat to Abu Dhabi | about 350 km | 4โ5 hours |
| Abu Dhabi to Dubai | about 150 km | 1.5โ2 hours |
| Dubai to Sharjah and Ajman | 30โ40 km | Depending on traffic |
What happens at Al Batha and Al Ghuwaifat?
At Al Batha the clearance agent files the export declaration electronically on Fasah under the authorisation you grant, the customs inspector matches it with the load, and the shipment is cleared to exit. At Al Ghuwaifat the import declaration is lodged with Abu Dhabi Customs, the truck passes the X-ray scanner, part of the load may be opened for inspection, and it is then released to continue. An accurate inventory is what makes this stage take hours rather than days.
โน๏ธ From Riyadh: shared or private truck?
Shared departures from Riyadh are regular and frequent, so your shipment usually does not wait long. A private truck saves about a day and suits villas, large apartments and anyone with a fixed date.
How much does shipping from Riyadh to the UAE cost?
Shipping from Riyadh to the UAE with Alfaris starts from SAR 135 for a carton, SAR 1,090 for a studio or bedroom set, SAR 2,275 for a two- or three-room apartment, SAR 4,990 for a villa and SAR 1,290 for a car. Because Riyadh has the most departures, its shared-freight prices are among the best on the route.
| What you ship from Riyadh | From | To Abu Dhabi | To Dubai and Sharjah |
|---|---|---|---|
| Carton up to 10 kg | SAR 135 | 1โ2 days | 1โ3 days |
| Carton 10โ20 kg | SAR 205 | 1โ2 days | 1โ3 days |
| Personal effects over 20 kg | SAR 13.5 per kg | 1โ2 days | 1โ3 days |
| Goods over 100 kg | SAR 7.3 per kg | 2โ3 days | 2โ4 days |
| Bedroom set or studio | SAR 1,090 | 2โ3 days | 2โ4 days |
| Apartment, 2โ3 rooms | SAR 2,275 | 2โ4 days | 2โ4 days |
| Villa by private truck | SAR 4,990 | 1โ2 days | 1โ3 days |
| Car on a shared carrier | SAR 1,290 | 2โ4 days | 2โ5 days |
| Car on a private flatbed | SAR 2,050 | 1โ2 days | 1โ3 days |
| Air freight | SAR 45 per kg | 24โ48 hours | 24โ48 hours |
โ ๏ธ The Riyadh price should not change by district
Some offers raise the price because a district is โfarโ within Riyadh. At Alfaris pickup from any Riyadh district is part of the price; only distant surrounding towns differ, and that is stated in advance.
For a fuller breakdown of every item and extra service, see shipping rates from Saudi Arabia to the UAE.
Examples from Riyadh
| Case | Calculation | Estimate |
|---|---|---|
| Two clothes cartons from An Narjis to Al Ain | 2 ร 135 | about SAR 270 |
| Studio in Al Olaya to Dubai Marina with packing | 1,090 + 415 | about SAR 1,505 |
| Three-room apartment in Ar Rawdah to Abu Dhabi with the car | 2,275 + 1,290 | about SAR 3,565 |
| Villa in Hittin to Sharjah with dismantling and assembly | 4,990 + 275 | about SAR 5,265 |
| 200 kg of goods from Al Sulay to Dubai | 200 ร 7.3 | about SAR 1,460 |
Moving furniture from Riyadh to the UAE
Moving from Riyadh is a little different, because many movers live in spacious villas with large majlis and kitchens and move into smaller apartments in Dubai or Abu Dhabi. So our work usually starts with a simple question: what suits your new home? We help you estimate what the new space can hold before shipping, so you do not pay to ship pieces that will have no place.
Reviewing the contents before closing
Before the truck is closed, the supervisor reviews the list with you carton by carton. This list is not just a customs paper; it is your reference at delivery to confirm everything has arrived.
For full details on home moves from the capital with storage and cranes, read the furniture moving company from Riyadh to the UAE guide, and for precise costing and packing see the furniture shipping company from Riyadh to the UAE guide.
Car shipping from Riyadh to the UAE
The car is loaded outside your Riyadh home or at a nearby consolidation point, its wheels strapped to the carrier, and it crosses both borders carried โ delivered in the UAE with its odometer unchanged. No thousand-kilometre drive in the heat and no wear on tyres and engine.
| Option | From | Transit from Riyadh | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared carrier | SAR 1,290 | 2โ5 days | Family cars and sedans |
| Private flatbed | SAR 2,050 | 1โ3 days | One car on a fixed date |
| Enclosed hydraulic carrier | SAR 4,150 | 1โ3 days | Luxury, sports and classic cars |
Car documents from Riyadh
- A valid registration card and a copy of the ownerโs ID.
- A notarised authorisation if someone other than the owner hands over the car.
- For temporary exit: valid UAE insurance and an exit permit.
- For final export: a Traffic export certificate and export plates.
- No outstanding traffic violations.
- A bank no-objection letter if the car is financed.
โ ๏ธ Finish the Traffic procedures before shipping day
The export certificate and plates are issued by the Traffic Department in Riyadh before loading โ not at the border. Book your appointment early so the carโs exit is not delayed.
Cartons and parcels from Riyadh
We collect cartons from your home in any district, weigh them in front of you and give you a tracking number. If your cartons are ready, you can also drop them at our collection point. A carton up to 10 kg starts from SAR 135, 10โ20 kg from SAR 205, and a small parcel from SAR 65.
๐ก What goes in a carton and what does not?
Clothes, books, shoes, household items, wrapped gifts and dry tinned food in personal quantities are accepted. Large flammable perfumes, loose batteries, poorly sealed liquids, gold and cash are not.
Commercial shipping from Riyadh to UAE markets
Riyadh is a distribution hub for many companies serving the UAE market. We collect from your warehouses in Al Sulay, the Industrial City and logistics zones and deliver to warehouses in Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi โ as a part-load from SAR 730 per CBM or SAR 7.3 per kg, or a full truck from SAR 3,690 for a small truck and SAR 5,500 for a trailer.
| What traders need | Details |
|---|---|
| Commercial registration | Valid, in the sending companyโs name |
| Commercial invoice | Quantities, prices and description of goods |
| Packing list | Number of packages, weight and dimensions of each |
| Certificate of origin | To prove national origin where needed |
| Importer code | Held by the receiving party in the UAE |
For more on these shipments, see commercial cargo shipping from Saudi Arabia to the UAE.
Air freight from Riyadh to the UAE
For urgent items we fly from Riyadh to Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah airports, from SAR 45 per chargeable kg, arriving in 24โ48 hours. Chargeable weight is the higher of actual and volumetric weight (L ร W ร H in cm รท 6,000), so air suits documents, spare parts and small samples, while road is cheaper for everything else.
Documents required for shipping from Riyadh to the UAE
The documents for shipping from Riyadh to the UAE are an ID or iqama copy, a detailed inventory list, a Fasah authorisation for the clearance agent and the recipientโs UAE details; commercial goods add the commercial registration, invoice, packing list and certificate of origin, and a car needs its registration card, the ownerโs ID and an export certificate for final export.
| Shipment | What you prepare in Riyadh | What the UAE recipient prepares |
|---|---|---|
| Furniture and personal effects | ID or iqama copy, passport copy where needed, detailed list, Fasah authorisation | Name, mobile and address, plus Emirates ID or passport copy on request |
| Commercial goods | Commercial registration, invoice, packing list, certificate of origin | Importer code and receiving company details |
| Car | Registration card, ownerโs ID, export certificate and plates for final export, no violations, bank letter if financed | UAE insurance and registration after arrival |
| Air freight | ID copy, description and value of contents | Recipient name and address |
โน๏ธ How to grant a Fasah authorisation from Riyadh
Log in to Fasah with your account and add an authorisation for the clearance agent working with Alfaris for a set period. We send you illustrated steps on WhatsApp; it takes minutes and no office visit.
Items you cannot ship from Riyadh to the UAE
| Prohibited | Restricted, with conditions |
|---|---|
| Gas cylinders and flammables | Personal medicines with a prescription in reasonable quantities |
| Weapons, ammunition, parts and replicas | Packaged food in personal quantities |
| Narcotics and unlicensed substances | Large batteries removed from devices |
| Fireworks and explosives | Plants and soil with special permits |
| Counterfeit and non-compliant goods | Certain wireless devices, subject to regulations |
Insurance and tracking
Cargo insurance is optional and calculated as a percentage of the declared value; we recommend it for appliances, luxury furniture and expensive cars. Every shipment can be tracked by its number on the Track Your Shipment page, and your coordinator updates you on departure from Riyadh, at Al Batha, after Al Ghuwaifat and before delivery.
Delivery in Abu Dhabi, Dubai and the other emirates
The first stop after the border is Abu Dhabi, so furniture and cars reach it before anywhere else. The truck then continues to Dubai, Sharjah and Ajman, to Al Ain, or to the northern emirates and east coast. In every emirate we deliver to the address, assemble rooms and place furniture where you want it.
| Emirate | Approx. distance from Riyadh | Usual transit |
|---|---|---|
| Abu Dhabi | about 900 km | 1โ2 days |
| Al Ain | about 950 km | 1โ2 days |
| Dubai | about 1,050 km | 1โ3 days |
| Sharjah | about 1,070 km | 1โ3 days |
| Ajman | about 1,080 km | 1โ3 days |
| Umm Al Quwain | about 1,110 km | 2โ3 days |
| Ras Al Khaimah | about 1,150 km | 2โ3 days |
| Fujairah | about 1,170 km | 2โ3 days |
๐ก In Abu Dhabi and Dubai: agree the delivery hour with the building
Many towers set moving hours and require a service-lift booking. Tell us these hours in advance and we schedule the truck within them.
If Dubai is your destination, the road freight from Riyadh to Dubai guide covers the road and Dubai deliveries in more detail.
Three typical trips from Riyadh to the UAE
To make it concrete, here are three scenarios that recur on this route and how each is handled from the first call to delivery:
Scenario one: an employee moving from a north Riyadh apartment to Abu Dhabi
An employee lives in a two-bedroom apartment in Al Yasmin; his job has moved to Abu Dhabi and he receives his new home in ten days. He sends photos of the rooms on WhatsApp, the volume is estimated at about 18 CBM, and shared freight is suggested because his date is flexible. On pickup day the crew dismantles the rooms, packs the kitchen and loads the truck within hours, and his car goes on a shared carrier the same week. Both arrive in Abu Dhabi on the same day, and the crew assembles the rooms in the new apartment.
Scenario two: a family in an east Riyadh villa joining its provider in Dubai
A two-storey villa in Ar Rawdah, moving to a three-bedroom apartment in Dubai. Here the service starts with sorting: what will the new space hold? The large majlis pieces and some old furniture stay behind, and the rest goes in a small private truck because the family must meet the start of the school year. The towerโs service lift is booked two days ahead, and the truck arrives in the permitted hour.
Scenario three: a Riyadh online store distributing in Sharjah
A store sends about four cubic metres of goods every week to a Sharjah warehouse. A fixed collection day from its warehouse is agreed, the invoice and packing list are prepared with every shipment, and a contract part-load rate applies. The shipment joins the regular trip and arrives in two to four days.
โน๏ธ Why do we ask why you are shipping?
Because the right service differs: the employee needs flexibility and a shared price, the family with a fixed date needs a private truck, and the trader needs regularity and a fixed rate. The question saves you money and time.
Office and company relocation from Riyadh to the UAE
Some companies open branches in Dubai or Abu Dhabi, or move their regional headquarters there. Moving an office differs from moving a home: computers and servers, files and archives, repetitive office furniture, and a date that must not disrupt work.
- We inventory the office department by department and number cartons by department and by desk in the new premises.
- We pack electronics and screens in strong cartons with insulation.
- We dismantle desks and cabinets and reassemble them in the new office to your layout.
- We move over the weekend when needed so the team starts work in the new office straight away.
- We prepare the invoice and packing list, as company assets are treated by customs according to their status.
- fice moves are priced after the free survey because every office differs in size and contents.
Drive your car to the UAE or ship it?
Many people consider driving their own car from Riyadh to Dubai. Both are possible, but the comparison is worth a moment:
| Factor | Driving yourself | Shipping on a carrier |
|---|---|---|
| Kilometres on the odometer | about 1,050 extra | none |
| Fuel and road expenses | your cost | included in the price |
| Fatigue and time | a full day of driving or more | none โ fly if you like |
| Border procedures | you queue yourself | handled by the clearance agent |
| Moving furniture with it | not possible | coordinated with the furniture truck |
| Best for | those who want the car on the road with them | families moving or anyone avoiding the long drive |
๐ก If you decide to drive
Make sure you have valid UAE insurance, no outstanding violations, and carry the registration card and exit permit. If you have furniture, ship it with us in a truck arriving the same day.
Storage in Riyadh before shipping
It often happens that your Riyadh lease ends before you receive your UAE home, or that you travel first and your belongings follow. In that case we collect, pack and store your furniture in a closed, secure warehouse in Riyadh, then ship it on the date you choose. Everything stays numbered on the same list, so nothing needs repacking at shipping. Storage is priced after the free survey according to volume and duration.
Antiques and family keepsakes from Riyadh
Hand-made rugs, brass antiques, paintings, fine tableware and irreplaceable keepsakes need different packing from the rest of the furniture. We use wooden crates made to measure for large antiques, layers of acid-free paper and bubble wrap for paintings and frames, and we roll rugs after cleaning and drying them in moisture-proof wraps. These pieces are placed in a set part of the truck away from heavy items and listed with their value for insurance.
Shipping for students and residents in the UAE from Riyadh
Among the most regular shipments from Riyadh are familiesโ cartons to children studying at UAE universities or to relatives living there: winter clothes, books, packaged dry food and gifts for occasions. These shipments are small but need regularity and clear pricing, so we price them by weight from SAR 65 for a small parcel and SAR 135 for a carton up to 10 kg, with a tracking number and a message on delivery.
๐ก Combine the familyโs cartons in one shipment
If several family members are sending to the UAE at the same time, combining the cartons in one shipment to one address means they are charged per kg over 20 kg at a better rate.
Booking from Riyadh
- WhatsApp 0565967337 with your Riyadh district, the destination emirate and the shipment type.
- Attach photos of the rooms, a carton list or the car details.
- Receive the price, transit time and a proposed date.
- Prepare your documents, send copies and grant the Fasah authorisation.
- Welcome the crew on pickup day and review the list.
- Follow the shipment by its number until it reaches your UAE door.
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Mistakes people make when shipping from Riyadh
Why Alfaris for shipping from Riyadh to the UAE?
- Regular RiyadhโUAE departures mean early dates and low shared prices.
- Crews who know Riyadhโs districts and buildings and pick the right truck for each street.
- Prices that start below typical market rates, itemised in writing before booking.
- Clearance at Al Batha and Al Ghuwaifat included, with no separate agent to manage.
- Delivery and assembly across the UAE, from Abu Dhabi to Fujairah.
- Shipping from Riyadh to every country in the world by road, sea and air if you have another destination.
For the full picture of the route from every Saudi city, read the main guide: road freight company from Saudi Arabia to the UAE.
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FAQ: shipping from Riyadh to the UAE
How much does shipping from Riyadh to the UAE cost?
From SAR 135 for a carton up to 10 kg, SAR 1,090 for a studio or bedroom set, SAR 2,275 for a two- or three-room apartment, SAR 4,990 for a villa and SAR 1,290 for a car on a shared carrier.
How long does shipping from Riyadh to Dubai take?
Usually one to three days, with Abu Dhabi reached hours or a day before Dubai.
What is the road distance from Riyadh to Dubai?
About 1,050 km, including about 550 km to the Al Batha border and about 900 km to Abu Dhabi.
Do you collect from every Riyadh district?
Yes, from every district at no extra charge, and from Al-Kharj, Diriyah and Muzahmiyah by appointment.
What documents are needed to ship from Riyadh to the UAE?
An ID or iqama copy, a detailed inventory list, a Fasah authorisation for the clearance agent and the recipientโs UAE details, with extra documents for commercial goods and cars.
Can I ship my car and furniture together from Riyadh?
Yes โ the car on a carrier and the furniture in a truck, coordinated to arrive the same day.
Where is the car export certificate issued?
At the Traffic Department before shipping day, not at the border, together with export plates for final export.
Is there air freight from Riyadh to the UAE?
Yes, from SAR 45 per chargeable kg, arriving in 24โ48 hours in Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Sharjah.
Do you assemble furniture in Abu Dhabi and Dubai?
Yes, we deliver, assemble rooms and wardrobes and arrange furniture across the UAE.
What is the best shipping company from Riyadh to the UAE?
The best one collects from your door, clears both borders and delivers and assembles in the UAE at a price written in advance โ which is what Alfaris offers in one service.
Do you ship commercial goods from Riyadh?
Yes, part-loads from SAR 730 per CBM and full trucks from SAR 3,690, with the commercial documents prepared.
How do I book a pickup?
WhatsApp 0565967337 with your district, destination and shipment type, and we send the price and date.
