Alfaris International Shipping is a shipping company from Saudi Arabia to Qatar, moving furniture, goods and cars by road through Salwa and Abu Samra crossings from door to door. A shipment reaches Doha in 1โ2 days from Riyadh and the Eastern Province and 3โ5 days from Jeddah. Prices start from SAR 91 per carton, SAR 13.5 per kg by road, SAR 22.5 per kg by air, SAR 1,090 for a bedroom set and SAR 1,090 to ship a car from Dammam.
Route: Riyadh โ Hofuf โ Salwa Crossing โ Abu Samra Crossing โ Doha ยท Distance: about 585 km from Riyadh ยท Transit: 1โ2 days ยท Call: 0565967337
Shipping from Saudi Arabia to Qatar at a glance
- Border: Salwa in Saudi Arabia, facing Abu Samra in Qatar, the only road crossing between the two countries.
- Distance: about 585 km from Riyadh to Doha, 400 km from Dammam and 250 km from Al-Ahsa.
- Transit: 1โ2 days from Riyadh and the east, and 3โ5 days from Jeddah.
- Cartons: from SAR 91 per carton and SAR 13.5 per kg.
- Furniture: from SAR 910 for a little furniture and SAR 1,090 for a bedroom set.
- Cars: from SAR 1,090 from Dammam, SAR 1,820 from Riyadh and SAR 2,000 from Jeddah.
- Air: from SAR 22.5 per kg in 24โ48 hours.
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Route details and transit time from Saudi Arabia to Qatar
Qatar is a peninsula whose only land border is with Saudi Arabia, so every road shipment enters through Salwa Crossing. The crossing lies in the Eastern Province south of Al-Ahsa, with a hundred kilometres to Doha beyond it.
| Pickup city | Distance to Salwa | Distance to Doha | Transit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Al-Ahsa | about 150 km | about 250 km | Usually one day |
| Dammam and Khobar | about 300 km | about 400 km | 1โ2 days |
| Riyadh | about 480 km | about 585 km | 1โ2 days |
| Qassim | about 830 km | about 930 km | 2โ3 days |
| Madinah | about 1,330 km | about 1,430 km | 3โ5 days |
| Makkah and Jeddah | 1,350โ1,430 km | 1,450โ1,530 km | 3โ5 days |
| Mode | Transit | Best for | Starts from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared road freight | 1โ4 days | Cartons, furniture items and part loads | SAR 13.5 per kg |
| Dedicated truck | 1โ2 days | A full home or full load | By truck size |
| Car carrier | 1โ4 days | Cars | SAR 1,090 from Dammam |
| Air freight | 24โ48 hours | Urgent parcels and documents | SAR 22.5 per kg |
| Sea freight | By the line | Containers to Hamad Port | Quoted on request |
Shipping prices from Saudi Arabia to Qatar
Alfaris shipping prices from Saudi Arabia to Qatar start from SAR 91 per carton and SAR 13.5 per kg by road. The price follows weight or volume, the pickup city and the truck type.
| 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 furniture | dedicated truck | After a free survey |
| Sedan from Dammam | open carrier | SAR 1,090 |
| Car from Riyadh | carrier | SAR 1,820 |
| Sedan from Jeddah | carrier | SAR 2,000 |
| Luxury car | enclosed hydraulic carrier | SAR 5,000 |
๐ These are starting prices
Figures are in Saudi riyals to Doha and cover door-to-door transport. Any Qatari customs duty is outside them.
Furniture from Saudi Arabia to Qatar
Furniture to Qatar with Alfaris starts from SAR 910 for a little furniture and SAR 1,090 for a bedroom set, with dismantling, packing, loading, unloading and assembly.
- Survey: free, at home or by photos.
- Dismantling: a carpenter takes apart beds and wardrobes and numbers the fixings.
- Packing: blankets and film for wood, bubble wrap and corrugated card for glass, wooden crates for delicate pieces.
- Loading: heavy items at the bottom, glass upright, straps between rows.
- Delivery: assembly in the rooms of the Doha home, with the list checked.
Car shipping from Saudi Arabia to Qatar
Shipping a car to Qatar with Alfaris starts from SAR 1,090 from Dammam, SAR 1,820 from Riyadh and SAR 2,000 from Jeddah. Luxury cars ship on an enclosed hydraulic carrier from SAR 5,000.
| Type of entry | When | What is needed |
|---|---|---|
| Permanent export | The car will be registered in Qatar | Saudi plates cancelled and export plates issued, 5% duty on value at Abu Samra, then Qatari plates |
| Temporary entry | A visit or short stay | Registration, a transit authorisation and insurance valid in Qatar |
- 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.
Cartons, parcels and personal effects
A carton from Saudi Arabia to Qatar starts from SAR 91 with Alfaris, and weight-based shipments from SAR 13.5 per kg. It is collected from your door, numbered and delivered to the consigneeโs address in Doha, Al Rayyan or Al Wakrah.
Commercial freight: full truckload (FTL) or part load (LTL)
- Part load: from SAR 13.5 per kg, leaving when the load is complete.
- Full truck: priced by type, reaching Doha in 1โ2 days from Riyadh and Dammam.
- Spare parts: from SAR 273 per shipment.
- 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: Doha Industrial Area, Mesaieed and Ras Laffan.
Air freight from Saudi Arabia to Qatar
Air freight from Saudi Arabia to Qatar with Alfaris starts from SAR 22.5 per kg and arrives in 24โ48 hours at Hamad International Airport. The flight from Riyadh to Doha takes about an hour and a half. It suits documents, samples and urgent parcels, and is charged on the higher of actual and volumetric weight.
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 + Qatari 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.
- 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 Saudi Arabia to Qatar
- Call: 0565967337, with the shipment type and the pickup and delivery cities.
- Send the details: photos or a list, or ask for a free survey.
- Receive the price: itemised, with the pickup date.
- Prepare the documents: ID, packing list and the Fasah authorisation.
- Pickup: dismantling, packing, numbering and loading.
- Crossing: Salwa then Abu Samra, with an update at the border.
- Delivery: unloading, assembly and checking the list.
Delivery across Qatari cities
| City | Distance from Abu Samra | Delivery notes |
|---|---|---|
| Doha | about 100 km | West Bay and The Pearl towers ask for a move-in permit and lift booking |
| Al Rayyan | about 90 km | Villas and residential compounds |
| Al Wakrah | about 100 km | South of Doha; direct delivery |
| Lusail | about 120 km | New towers with loading slots |
| Al Khor | about 150 km | North of Doha |
| Mesaieed and Ras Laffan | 100โ180 km | Industrial areas with entry permits |
How to calculate shipping cost to Qatar
| Example | Calculation | Cost as a starting price |
|---|---|---|
| 4 cartons | 4 ร SAR 91 | SAR 364 |
| 60 kg of belongings by road | 60 ร SAR 13.5 | SAR 810 |
| 10 kg air parcel | 10 ร SAR 22.5 | SAR 225 |
| Bedroom set + car from Dammam | 1,090 + 1,090 | SAR 2,180 |
The cheapest way to ship from Saudi Arabia to Qatar
The cheapest way to ship from Saudi Arabia to Qatar is shared road freight through Salwa Crossing: from SAR 13.5 per kg and SAR 91 per carton with Alfaris. Air freight to Qatar is close to road in price per kilogram, so it is chosen for small parcels when time matters.
Mistakes that delay a shipment at Salwa
| Mistake | Result | The right way |
|---|---|---|
| Fasah authorisation after loading | A truck waiting at the border | Issue it before pickup day |
| A vague packing list | A longer inspection | A detailed, numbered list |
| Belongings inside the car | A customs remark | An empty car |
| Items prohibited in Qatar | The shipment held | Check the prohibited list |
| No Qatari number for the consignee | No way to coordinate | An active Qatari number |
Why Alfaris for shipping to Qatar?
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Frequently asked questions about shipping from Saudi Arabia to Qatar
How much does shipping from Saudi Arabia to Qatar cost?
From SAR 91 per carton and SAR 13.5 per kg by road with Alfaris. A bedroom set from SAR 1,090.
How long does shipping from Saudi Arabia to Qatar take?
1โ2 days from Riyadh and the Eastern Province, and 3โ5 days from Jeddah, Makkah and Madinah.
What is the cheapest way to ship from Saudi Arabia to Qatar?
Shared road freight through Salwa Crossing, from SAR 13.5 per kg and SAR 91 per carton.
What is the air freight rate per kg to Qatar?
From SAR 22.5 per kg with Alfaris, arriving in 24โ48 hours.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Saudi Arabia to Qatar?
From SAR 1,090 from Dammam, SAR 1,820 from Riyadh and SAR 2,000 from Jeddah.
Which is the best furniture mover from Saudi Arabia to Qatar?
One that dismantles, packs, clears at Salwa and Abu Samra and assembles at delivery. Alfaris starts from SAR 1,090 for a bedroom set.
How do I send a shipment to Qatar, and what documents are required?
Call 0565967337 and the price and date are set. 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 address in Saudi Arabia to the consigneeโs address in Qatar, including loading, clearance and unloading.
Do you ship to Doha, Al Rayyan, Al Wakrah and Al Khor?
Yes, and to Lusail, Umm Salal and Mesaieed. Doha is about 100 km from Abu Samra Crossing.
Is the shipment insured?
Yes, optionally, calculated as a percentage of the declared value.
Which road border lies between Saudi Arabia and Qatar?
Salwa in Saudi Arabia, facing Abu Samra in Qatar, the only road crossing between them.
How much is customs duty on a car in Qatar?
5% of the carโs value for a permanent export, paid at Abu Samra Crossing.
Is used furniture exempt from customs in Qatar?
Usually, for someone relocating, when it is used and in personal quantities.
