Sea Freight
Full containers from Jebel Ali to Jeddah or Dammam, with delivery to your door through our partner office.
- Options: 20ft, 40ft and 40ft high cube containers, plus flat racks and open tops
- Average transit: confirmed with each quote
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Shipping from Dubai to Saudi Arabia
Full containers, road freight, vehicles, machinery and air cargo from Dubai to Saudi Arabia by road and through Jeddah and Dammam, cleared and delivered by our network partner office in Saudi Arabia.
Overview
Shipping from Dubai to Saudi Arabia
MegaSpeed Cargo ships trucks, full containers, vehicles, machinery and air cargo from Dubai to Saudi Arabia. Trucks cross into Saudi Arabia at Ghuwaifat, containers sail from Jebel Ali to Dammam or Jeddah, and air cargo flies to Riyadh, Jeddah or Dammam. Our network partner office in Saudi Arabia handles customs clearance and delivery, and we confirm the current transit time with each quote.
Most of our Saudi cargo goes by road. Trucks from Dubai cross at Ghuwaifat and reach Riyadh and the Eastern Province directly, while Jeddah on the Red Sea is usually better served by sea.
Saudi Arabia checks product conformity through the SABER platform, so many goods need certificates before they ship. Tell us what you are shipping and we will check this first.
- Ports
- Jeddah, Dammam, Riyadh Dry Port
- Airports
- Riyadh (RUH), Jeddah (JED), Dammam (DMM)
- In Saudi Arabia
- Network partner office for clearance and delivery
- Transit
- Confirmed with each quote
- Driving side
- Right: left-hand-drive vehicles
- Experience
- 40+ years in the industry
Services
Freight services from Dubai to Saudi Arabia
Most cargo to Saudi Arabia goes by road or by sea in full containers. Air suits urgent parts and smaller, high-value shipments of 45 kg and up.
Air Freight
Air cargo from Dubai to Riyadh, Jeddah or Dammam.
- Average transit: confirmed with each quote
- Minimum: 45 kg chargeable weight
Vehicle Shipping
Cars on car carrier trucks or in containers, and by air for urgent units. Check the Saudi Arabia import rules first.
- Capacity: up to 6 cars in a 40ft container
- Also: RoRo where a sailing runs, or air for urgent units
Road Freight
Full and part truckloads from Dubai to Saudi Arabia through the Ghuwaifat border crossing, with the border paperwork handled for you.
Best for: full and part truckloads across the border
Road freight servicesConsolidation
Buying from several suppliers in Dubai or Sharjah? We collect from each one, check the goods against your list and ship them together under one set of documents.
Best for: buyers sourcing from more than one supplier
Consolidation servicesHeavy Machinery
Construction, industrial and oil and gas machinery on lowbed trailers, flat racks or open tops to Saudi Arabia.
Best for: construction, mining and farm equipment
Heavy machinery shippingRoute and transit
How cargo travels from Dubai to Saudi Arabia
Cargo for Saudi Arabia goes by truck across the border or by sea from Jebel Ali. We pick the mode by cargo size, deadline and the delivery address.
- Jebel Ali, DubaiExport clearance and loading at our Jebel Ali facility.
- At seaDirect service or a transhipment on the way, depending on the sailing.
- Jeddah or DammamDischarge and customs clearance in Saudi Arabia.
- Your doorDelivery anywhere in Saudi Arabia.
| Route | Mode | Average transit |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai to Saudi Arabia | Road | Confirmed with each quote |
| Jebel Ali to Jeddah or Dammam | Sea | Confirmed with each quote |
| Dubai to Riyadh, Jeddah or Dammam | Air | Confirmed with each quote |
| China to Saudi Arabia | Sea or air | Confirmed with each quote |
Transit depends on the routing, the border or the sailing and flight schedule, so we confirm it with each quote.
Vehicles
Shipping a car from Dubai to Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia drives on the right, and UAE cars are already GCC specification. The main checks are the age limit and the paperwork for registration.
Saudi Arabia vehicle rules
- UAE cars are GCC specification, which suits
- Age limits apply to imported used cars
- Customs duty and any VAT on the car value
- Inspection and registration with the Saudi traffic department (Muroor)
How we ship it
- In a container: up to 6 cars in a 40ft
- RoRo where a sailing suits
- By air when the car is needed quickly
- Our partner office clears the car and hands over the release papers
Saudi Arabia limits the age of imported used cars. Send us the make and year before you buy and we will check what applies.
Customs and documents
Saudi Arabia customs and paperwork
The Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) clears imports into Saudi Arabia under the unified GCC tariff. VAT is charged on top.
Duties and taxes
- Customs duty under the unified GCC tariff, 5% on most goods
- Goods of GCC origin enter duty free with a GCC certificate of origin
- VAT at 15% on the customs value plus duty
- Port, border and broker charges on arrival
Documents we need
- Commercial invoice and packing list
- CMR road consignment note, Bill of Lading or Air Waybill
- Importer's commercial registration and VAT number
- SABER product and shipment certificates where required
Check before you buy
- Many goods need SABER conformity certificates
- Food and cosmetics need SFDA approval
- Some goods are banned or need permits
- Arabic labelling may be required
What we ship
What our clients ship to Saudi Arabia
Our clients in Saudi Arabia are importers, contractors, dealers and families. These are the goods we move most often.
- Building materials
- Machinery
- Spare parts
- Cars and SUVs
- Electronics
- Furniture
- Generators
- Household goods
How it works
Shipping to Saudi Arabia step by step
One team from quote to delivery, and one person to call.
- 01
Tell us the cargo
Send the goods, the pickup point in the UAE and the delivery town in Saudi Arabia. Photos or a packing list help.
- 02
Quote and routing
We suggest sea or air and the best gateway, and quote the Dubai side and the arrival side separately.
- 03
Paperwork first
We check the importer's details, any permits and the vehicle rules before anything is loaded.
- 04
Pickup and loading
We collect in the UAE, load at our Jebel Ali facility and send you photos of the cargo as it is loaded.
- 05
Transit updates
You get the Bill of Lading or Air Waybill, then updates from departure to arrival.
- 06
Clearance and delivery
Our network partner office in Saudi Arabia clears the cargo and delivers it.
FAQ
Shipping from Dubai to Saudi Arabia: common questions
How long does shipping from Dubai to Saudi Arabia take?
By road it usually takes days, by sea it depends on the sailing, and air cargo arrives fastest. We confirm the current transit time with each quote.
Do you have an office in Saudi Arabia?
We work with a network partner office in Saudi Arabia that clears and delivers our clients' cargo. Our Dubai team manages the booking, export clearance and your updates.
Do you ship from Dubai to Saudi Arabia by road?
Yes. Full and part truckloads cross at Ghuwaifat and deliver to Riyadh, Dammam and other cities. Sea suits Jeddah and very large loads.
What is SABER?
SABER is Saudi Arabia's online conformity platform. Many products need a product certificate and a shipment certificate from it before they can be cleared.
Can I ship a car from Dubai to Saudi Arabia?
Yes, by car carrier truck or in a container. UAE cars are GCC specification, but age limits apply to used cars, so check before you buy.
Is there a minimum for air freight?
Yes, 45 kg chargeable weight. We are a freight forwarder, not a courier, so we do not move documents or small parcels. Chargeable weight is the actual weight or the volumetric weight, whichever is higher.
Do you ship to Saudi Arabia from China?
Yes. We ship from Chinese ports and airports to Saudi Arabia as well as from Dubai.
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- 40+ years of shipping experience
- Sea, air, RoRo and heavy machinery freight
- Real answers on WhatsApp, not just a form
Call +971 4 344 6289 or +971 50 646 3985, or email enquiries@megaspeedcargo.com.