Prices, transit times and methods for shipping furniture and cars from Abu Dhabi to Lebanon
When looking for a furniture and car shipping company from Abu Dhabi to Lebanon the first things the customer needs to know are the transport cost, the expected arrival time, the suitable method for the shipment, the level of furniture packing, how the car is moved, and whether the price includes delivery to the home in Beirut, Tripoli, Sidon, Tyre or any other Lebanese area.
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There’s no uniform price that can apply to every move, because a limited furniture shipment differs from a complete villa’s contents, and the cost of moving one car differs from a move combining furniture, a car, equipment and appliances. The price changes with the load’s volume after disassembly, the number of boxes, the nature of the sensitive pieces, the property’s location, the number of workers, the shipping method, the Lebanese city and the services required on arrival.
There’s more than one method that can be assessed for shipping between the UAE and Lebanon. Land freight can be used for some loads according to the operating line available, sea freight is an important option for furniture, cars, goods and containers, while air freight is usually used for limited shipments where arrival speed is a high priority.
As for the transport duration, it isn’t calculated from the road stage alone. The trip starts with preparing the home in Abu Dhabi, through the disassembly, packing, inventory and loading, then the transport and the procedures linked to the shipment, on to Lebanon and the inland distribution stage, then the unloading and reassembly if they’re within the agreed service.
And Al Basma Express helps organize these stages according to the nature of each order, so the furniture, the car, the pickup location, the destination and the services required are assessed before the vehicle or shipping method is chosen — which ties the plan to the real load instead of relying on one template for every customer.

The cost
Set by the load, the shipping method and the service.
The duration
Calculated from pickup to the final address.
Shipping methods
Land, sea and air according to the load.
Cars
Its own transport method depending on the vehicle.
◆ Assessing the furniture before issuing a shipping quote
The number of rooms gives an initial picture only and doesn’t reveal the real volume. A small apartment may hold large wardrobes, bookcases, majlis seating, appliances and more boxes than a larger home, so the assessment depends on the actual pieces that will move.
You can start with wide photos of each room, then separate photos of the wardrobes, beds, tables, appliances, mirrors, TVs and the storeroom’s contents. It’s best to identify the things that won’t move before the final volume is calculated.
▪ Sorting the contents before paying to move them internationally
Every large piece excluded before packing saves space, disassembly and packing time, labor and handling. So sorting is one of the most important economic decisions before moving from Abu Dhabi to Lebanon.
Start with the furniture that won’t suit the new property, then the rarely used pieces, then the old or duplicate things inside the storerooms. Good, custom-made or high-value furniture gets a higher priority in the planning.
● Knowing the Lebanese home’s size before shipping
If the new home is known, it helps to know its room dimensions, entrances and elevator. You may have a wardrobe, majlis or large table that doesn’t suit the new place, and in that case deciding in Abu Dhabi is better than discovering the problem after paying the shipping cost.
★ Setting the final volume after disassembly and packing
Disassembly can reduce the size of a wardrobe, bed or desk, but in return the contents of drawers, cabinets, the kitchen and the bookcase turn into separate boxes. So both are assessed together when estimating the space required.
The factors that set the cost of shipping from Abu Dhabi to Lebanon
A professional price isn’t just a figure; it’s the result of a set of items. The clearer these items are before booking, the easier it is to compare shipping quotes and see the difference between a basic service and a complete door-to-door one.
| The factor | What’s assessed? | Its effect |
|---|---|---|
| Volume of the contents | The furniture and boxes once prepared | Setting the transport space |
| Type of packing | Wood, glass, TVs and appliances | The quantity of protective materials |
| The property | The floor, elevator and parking spot | The number of workers and hours |
| Shipping method | Land, sea or air | The price and duration |
| The car | Model, size and condition | Choosing the transport method |
| The delivery location | Beirut, Tripoli or another city | The inland distribution stage |
◆ The shipment’s actual space
Large, light furniture can take more space than heavy boxes, so weight alone isn’t what matters in home moves. The space used after disassembly, packing and stacking is one of the main indicators for choosing the transport method.
▪ The service level inside Abu Dhabi
Collecting from the building’s door differs from a service that starts inside the home and covers disassembly, packing, carrying the furniture through the elevator and loading it into the transport vehicle. Where the company’s responsibility begins must be set when comparing prices.
● The nature of the property in Abu Dhabi
If the home is in a high tower, a service elevator booking and a set time for the transport vehicle to enter may be required. In a villa with a wide entrance the furniture’s movement may be different in handling and time.
— The Lebanese city and the final delivery point
The real city and address must be mentioned from the start. Delivery to Beirut isn’t the same as delivery to Tripoli, Zahle, Baalbek, Nabatieh or Tyre, especially when the quote covers the distribution stage all the way to the home.
Shipping time from Abu Dhabi to Lebanon from the home’s door to delivery
◆ The furniture preparation stage
The preparation time grows with the amount of contents, the furniture that can be dismantled and the items needing special protection. So a simple apartment can be prepared faster than a villa holding majlis seating, wardrobes, mirrors and many appliances.
▪ The inventory and loading stage
The boxes and furniture groups are numbered and then arranged inside the transport vehicle with the weight, sensitivity and stability taken into account. The quality of this stage matters more than trying to shorten it in a way that affects the shipment’s organization.
● The main shipping stage’s duration
It depends on the method chosen and the operating schedule, the crossing or the sea or air trip. So a time estimate tied to the shipment and the line available at the time of booking is set rather than using a fixed figure for every operation.
★ The procedures stage on arrival
Completing the main transport doesn’t mean the service is over; the procedures linked to the type of load remain, then the local distribution stage to the consignee’s address is organized.
— Delivery and unloading
The arrival at the building is scheduled, then the unloading begins with the pieces moved into the rooms and the furniture reassembled if that’s part of the agreement.
The shipping methods available from Abu Dhabi to Lebanon
◆ Land freight for furniture and goods
Land transport can be assessed for suitable loads according to the operating line available and the transit requirements at the time the shipment is carried out. It suits cases where the load’s nature and the date match the land transport schedule.
Using this option is decided once the volume of the contents, the final city, the nature of the goods and the documents required are known, and it isn’t automatically assumed to be the best solution for every shipment.
▪ Sea freight for furniture and large loads
Sea transport is an important option for bulky loads, including furniture, containers, goods and some cars. The container’s type and space are set according to the shipment’s volume.
A dedicated container can be assessed for a large load, or shared-space options for limited shipments depending on the service’s availability and the schedule.
● Air freight for urgent parcels
It suits limited things you need within a shorter time better, such as some personal belongings or small commercial shipments, while a whole home needs the cost compared against the volume before air transport is chosen.
— Combining more than one method when needed
You may have a small group of essentials you need quickly, while there’s no need to send all the furniture the same way. In that case splitting the shipment by priority and volume can be studied.
| Shipping method | Most suitable use | The main criterion for comparison |
|---|---|---|
| Land | Furniture and goods according to the operating line | The route and the date |
| Sea | Large loads, containers and cars | The volume and the cost |
| Air | Limited, urgent parcels | Speed and weight |
Sea freight for furniture from Abu Dhabi to Lebanon
◆ Choosing the container by the home’s size
The volume after disassembly and packing is estimated first, then the space required is set. Using more space than needed raises the cost, while trying to compress a large load into an unsuitable space can affect the stacking and protection quality.
▪ Securing the furniture inside the container
The outer packing alone isn’t enough. The pieces need a balanced distribution and movement, friction and pressure prevented on mirrors, TVs and sensitive fronts.
● A dedicated container for the home
It suits cases where the load needs a large space or the customer wants the contents kept within an independent shipping unit, and its value is judged by the actual amount of furniture.
★ Consolidated shipping for limited loads
When the amount of furniture is small, solutions using part of the shipping space can be studied where available, comparing the potential saving against the consolidation schedule and the departure and delivery dates.
Packing furniture before international shipping to Lebanon
◆ Protecting wooden furniture
Wooden surfaces need protection from scratches, friction and impact, with more attention to the corners, edges, legs and handles. A polished surface shouldn’t be left touching a hard piece during transport.
▪ Mirrors and glass tables
The edges and corners need reinforcement, and their position within the load must be away from direct pressure and from things that could shift toward them.
● Packing TVs
TVs need protection from twisting and pressure, not just scratches, so they’re placed in a suitable position with no boxes or heavy furniture loaded on top of them.
— Majlis seating and sofas
The fabrics are covered to protect them from dust and friction, and the legs and hard frames are handled separately to reduce the chance of scratching or tearing.
★ Home appliances
Fridges and freezers are emptied, cleaned and dried, while washing machines need their water drained and their hoses and moving parts prepared. After that the suitable outer protection is applied.

| Type of item | The main risk | The protection priority |
|---|---|---|
| Wood | Scratches and friction | The surfaces and edges |
| Glass | Breakage | Reinforcement and corners |
| TVs | Pressure and twisting | Securing them |
| Soft furnishings | Dust and tearing | Covering |
| Appliances | Moisture and movement | Preparation before packing |
Furniture disassembly and assembly before and after shipping
◆ Choosing the right pieces to dismantle
A wardrobe, bed or table is dismantled when it helps reduce the volume, get through the entrances or provide better protection — not because every piece that can be taken apart should be.
▪ Photographing the pieces before disassembly
Reference photos help especially with custom-made furniture or complex units, where they can be referred to during reassembly.
● Numbering the furniture’s parts
Each bed, wardrobe or desk gets its own code, and the same mark is used on all its panels so similar sets don’t get mixed up.
— Keeping the screws and hinges
Each item’s fittings go into a separate container carrying the same code. This simple step saves a lot of time during reassembly and reduces the chance of losing small parts.
★ Reassembly in the Lebanese home
If the service is included, the furniture groups are first directed to their rooms, then the parts confirmed complete before the assembly begins.
Shipping cars from Abu Dhabi to Lebanon
Car transport can be coordinated within the move, but it’s better to treat the vehicle as a file separate from the furniture. It needs the model, condition, transport method, documents and the official requirements in force at the time of execution all set.
◆ Setting the car’s transport method
Sea or land methods can be assessed according to the vehicle’s condition, the operating line, the destination and the available schedule. The method is chosen once the car’s type, size and value and the customer’s requirements are known.
▪ The car inside a container
A container can be studied for some cars when extra protection or the shipment’s nature is a priority, with the space and the securing method set according to the vehicle’s condition.
● Sports and luxury cars
The vehicle’s ground clearance, dimensions and any modifications must be mentioned, because low cars need extra care during loading.
— A non-running car
If the car doesn’t move under its own power, that must be mentioned when requesting the quote so a suitable loading and handling method is chosen.
★ Documenting the vehicle’s condition
Clear photos are taken of the front, rear, sides and corners with any visible scratches or marks recorded before handover, so there’s a clear reference condition for the vehicle.
◆ Removing belongings from the car
The documents, money, devices and important items are taken out, and the car shouldn’t be assumed to be extra space for packing furniture or boxes except as the service’s terms allow.
| The information | Why do we need it? |
|---|---|
| The car’s type | Choosing the transport method |
| The running condition | Preparing the handling |
| Dimensions and height | Setting the loading method |
| The car’s photos | Documenting the condition |
| The Lebanese address | Organizing the final delivery |
Coordinating furniture and car shipping in one operation
◆ One order with two separate files
The furniture and car can be managed within one move, but the furniture has an inventory, packing and a loading plan, while the car has its own photos, documents and transport method.
▪ Setting the priority before booking
If you need the car as soon as you arrive or need the home’s furniture first, that can go into the planning instead of requiring both to arrive on the same date.
● Different pickup locations
If the furniture is at the home and the car in a car park or another warehouse, both addresses must be mentioned before pricing so the extra pickup movement goes into the plan.
Shipping furniture from Abu Dhabi to Beirut
◆ Setting the area inside Beirut
Naming the city alone isn’t enough for a complete delivery plan; it’s better to send the area, the address, the type of building, the floor, the elevator and the delivery vehicle’s parking spot.
▪ Preparing the building for unloading
If the home is in a multi-storey building, the elevator, the entrances and the receiving time are confirmed before the furniture arrives, especially for wardrobes, beds and large appliances.
Shipping to Tripoli, Sidon, Tyre, Zahle and Lebanon’s cities
◆ Shipping to Tripoli
Tripoli is entered as the final destination from the price request so the distribution stage to it is part of the transport plan, with the property and the services required after arrival set.
▪ Shipping to Sidon
Moving furniture, cars and goods to Sidon can be assessed by the shipping method, the load and the final delivery location.
● Shipping to Tyre
Tyre is set as the actual destination when preparing the order, making clear whether the shipment is household, a car or goods, and the property’s location on arrival.
— Shipping to Zahle
The distribution stage to Zahle is assessed within the plan, especially when the customer needs delivery to the front door rather than collection from an intermediate point.
★ Shipping to Baalbek
The inland distance and the nature of the arrival address go into the assessment of moving furniture, cars and goods to Baalbek.
◆ Shipping to Nabatieh, Jounieh, Byblos and other areas
It’s always best to send the actual area rather than writing “Lebanon” alone, so the delivery range and the service required to the final address are clearly set.
Beirut
Homes, offices and various shipments.
Tripoli
Furniture, cars and goods.
Sidon and Tyre
Delivery by address.
Zahle and Baalbek
Distribution by the shipping plan.
The inventory and numbering system before loading the furniture
◆ A separate number for every box
The number helps establish the count of boxes and review them through the transport stages, instead of relying on the shape or color alone.
▪ The room’s name
The intended room is written — the kitchen, bedroom, majlis or office — so the unloading crew knows exactly where the box goes.
● A clear mark for sensitive materials
Boxes holding glass, devices or breakable items get a special mark to make recognizing them easier during stacking and unloading.
— Opening priority
Several boxes can be set aside for the things the customer needs on the first day, such as essential clothes, bedding, some kitchen tools and chargers.
Bedroom – 03
Clothes and bedding.
Kitchen – 07 – fragile
Dishes and glass.
Majlis – 02
Accessories and décor.
Priority – 01
Arrival needs.
Moving offices and companies from Abu Dhabi to Lebanon
◆ Splitting the company’s property by department
The management, accounting, sales, IT and archive are split into separate groups so they can be redistributed at the Lebanese premises more easily.
▪ Protecting computers and monitors
Work devices need an inventory and packing separate from the ordinary desks and chairs, with the devices needing unloading priority marked.
● Ordering the restart priorities
What the staff need on the first day can be identified, such as network devices, some computers and printers, then the inventory arranged so they can be reached before the lower-priority furniture.
— Reviewing the new office’s space
It’s better to know the Lebanese premises’ layout before moving all the office furniture, so desks or storage units that don’t suit the new space aren’t shipped.
Shipping commercial goods from Abu Dhabi to Lebanon
◆ The dimensions of the boxes and pallets
The length, width and height of each type of package are recorded because the number of parcels alone doesn’t reveal the space required.
▪ The total weight
The weight is essential when assessing goods and equipment and choosing the transport method and the handling, so it must be among the commercial shipment’s basic data.
● The nature of the contents
The goods must be described precisely because a commercial shipment’s procedures and preparation differ with the type of goods.
— Stackability
If the packages can take other parcels on top, the height can be used better, while sensitive goods need space that prevents pressure on them.
★ The unloading location in Lebanon
If the delivery is to a shop, warehouse or factory, the receiving hours, the gate and the unloading equipment available must be known before the arrival date is set.
Shipping equipment and machinery from Abu Dhabi to Lebanon
◆ The actual weight and dimensions
The equipment is measured in the condition it will travel in, including the base, fixed parts and accessories that affect its dimensions.
▪ Safe lifting points
The suitable lifting points and the center of gravity are identified when needed so a part not designed to bear the equipment’s weight isn’t used.
● Preparing the loading site
The space available for the vehicle to enter and the lifting equipment in Abu Dhabi must be known before the transport date, especially for large equipment.
★ Confirming the delivery site’s gate
The entrance’s width and height, the maneuvering space and the unloading equipment must be reviewed before the equipment reaches Lebanon, so the operation doesn’t stall at the final stage.
Storage service before shipping or before delivery
◆ When the home’s lease ends before the shipping date
The customer may need to vacate their property in Abu Dhabi before the shipment moves, and in that case storage can go into the plan instead of looking for a temporary place at the last moment.
▪ When the Lebanese home isn’t ready
If the property isn’t ready when the shipment arrives, temporary storage can be studied and then a suitable date set for the final delivery stage.
● Preparing the furniture for storage
The appliances and soft furnishings must be dry and clean, with no food or perishable items left inside the sealed boxes.
— Keeping the inventory through the storage period
The box number and the furniture’s code stay the same, so the link between the load lists and the pieces isn’t lost when it’s reloaded.
Practical ways to reduce the cost of shipping to Lebanon
◆ Excluding the unnecessary pieces before packing
Any piece you exclude after packing has already consumed time and materials for nothing. So the sorting is done before the actual working day.
▪ Review the large furniture first
A single huge piece can take more space than several small boxes, so the decision about the big sofa, the wardrobes and the storage units has a real effect on the volume.
● Using disassembly selectively
A piece is dismantled when it genuinely reduces the space or eases the handling, while keeping a clear system for reassembly.
— Choosing the suitable transport method, not always the fastest
A limited, urgent shipment may need a different solution from a whole home’s furniture. Choosing a separate method for each type of need can be more efficient than using one solution for everything.
★ Ask for the price to the final address
If you live outside Beirut, getting a price that ends at an arrival point only doesn’t give you the real cost of the move. Put the final delivery into the comparison.
Preparing the home before shipping day
◆ Approving the list of contents
The main decisions must be settled before the crew arrives, especially about the wardrobes, sofas and large appliances that affect the load’s volume.
▪ Setting aside an area for the things that won’t be shipped
The travel bags, passports, medicines, personal devices, keys and essential items are put somewhere separate so they don’t enter the packing by mistake.
● Preparing the home appliances
The fridge and freezer are emptied and cleaned, the washing machine and hoses prepared, and no liquids or perishable materials left inside the appliances.
— Coordinating with the building’s management
In towers and compounds, the service elevator’s time, the transport vehicle’s parking spot and any instructions about moving furniture must be reviewed.
★ Preparing the car
The personal belongings are removed, the vehicle photographed and its details prepared, and the company must be told in advance if the car doesn’t run or has low clearance.
Following the shipment from Abu Dhabi to Lebanon
Pickup
Load confirmed.
Preparation
Disassembly and packing.
Loading
Numbering and securing.
Shipping
The trip begins.
Arrival
Distribution begins.
Delivery
The final address.
◆ Confirming the load and the consignee’s details
The follow-up starts once the furniture to be shipped, both parties’ addresses and the services required are fixed within the order.
▪ Preparation complete
It means the pieces have been dismantled or packed as needed, and the boxes and inventory are ready for transport.
● The shipping stage begins
The load moves according to the transport method and operating line approved for the order.
— The load arrives in Lebanon
After arrival the shipment moves through the necessary stages before the inland distribution to the specified city begins.
★ Out for delivery
The consignee is contacted to prepare the building, the elevator and the vehicle’s parking spot before the delivery team arrives.
Unloading and setting up the home after arrival
◆ Bringing the large furniture in before the boxes
It’s best to bring the beds, wardrobes, sofas and large appliances in before the corridors fill with boxes so there’s still room for the workers to move.
▪ Distributing the boxes straight to the rooms
The numbering system helps put the kitchen box in the kitchen and the bedroom’s in its place, instead of gathering the whole load in the living room and moving it again.
● Preparing the furniture’s parts for assembly
Each piece’s panels and fittings are gathered inside the intended room before assembly starts, so the technician doesn’t stop because of a screw or panel that’s somewhere else in the home.
— Checking the sensitive items
The TVs, mirrors, glass and polished surfaces are reviewed during delivery rather than waiting until all the boxes are opened.

Al Basma Express services for shipping from Abu Dhabi to Lebanon
◆ Assessing the contents
The furniture’s details, the property, the destination, the sensitive items and the services required are gathered before the transport plan is chosen.
▪ Furniture disassembly
Suitable wardrobes, beds, desks and tables can be dismantled with their parts organized and numbered.
● Professional packing
Wood, soft furnishings, TVs, glass and appliances are handled according to each item’s nature and the level of protection it needs.
★ International shipping solutions
The most suitable method can be assessed by the load’s volume and nature, the date, the Lebanese destination and the operating line available.
◆ Car shipping
The car is assessed by its model, condition, size and the transport method required, with a file kept separate from the furniture.
▪ Moving offices and companies
The devices, furniture and files can be organized by department and operating priority at the new premises.
● Shipping goods
The goods plan is set by the type, dimensions, weight, number of parcels and delivery location.
— Moving equipment
The dimensions, weight, lifting points, handling equipment and the site’s entrances are studied before the transport method is chosen.
★ Storage when needed
Storage can be built into the moving plan when the dates for leaving and receiving the properties or the shipping dates differ.
◆ Delivery to Lebanon’s cities
Delivery can be assessed to Beirut, Tripoli, Sidon, Tyre, Zahle, Baalbek, Nabatieh, Jounieh, Byblos and other areas according to the address and the service scope.
To request an assessment for your shipment: send photos of the furniture, the Abu Dhabi location, the floor and elevator, the Lebanese city and address, the car’s details, any goods or equipment, and the services required.
Frequently asked questions about shipping furniture and cars from Abu Dhabi to Lebanon
How much does shipping furniture from Abu Dhabi to Lebanon cost?
The cost is set by the furniture’s volume after disassembly and packing, the shipping method, the packing level, the Lebanese city, the property and the scope of services required.
What shipping methods are available to Lebanon?
Land, sea or air freight can be assessed depending on the load’s nature, the volume, the date and the operating line available at the time of booking.
What’s the suitable method for moving a whole home?
It’s chosen once the actual volume, the city, the budget and the date are known, and the solutions that take a large load are usually more practical than small-parcel solutions.
Can air freight be used?
It can be assessed for parcels or limited shipments needing higher speed, while the cost and volume are considered before using it for large loads.
How long does the shipping take?
It differs by the transport method, the load’s volume, the preparation, the procedures and the final city, so the estimate is set once the order’s details are known.
Is the pickup from the home in Abu Dhabi?
Pickup can be organized from the home, office or warehouse according to the address and the agreed service scope.
Can the furniture be dismantled before shipping?
Wardrobes, beds, desks and the pieces whose transport benefits from disassembly can be dismantled, with the parts and fittings numbered.
Is the furniture packed?
Packing can be added according to the type of items, with the level of protection differing between wood, glass, TVs, soft furnishings and appliances.
Can the furniture be reassembled after arrival?
Reassembly can be included within the agreed service after the pieces and panels are distributed to the rooms.
Can a car be shipped from Abu Dhabi to Lebanon?
Car transport can be assessed by the vehicle’s type and condition, the shipping method, the city required and the operation’s requirements.
Can a luxury car be moved?
Luxury and sports cars can be assessed with the size, height, loading method and level of protection required taken into account.
Can a non-running car be moved?
It can be assessed provided the company is told in advance so the right handling method is prepared.
Can the car and furniture be shipped in one order?
Both services can be coordinated within one move, with a separate inventory for the furniture and a separate file for the vehicle.
Is there delivery to Beirut?
Delivery to Beirut can be assessed by the area, the property, the floor and the unloading requirements.
Does the service reach Tripoli?
Tripoli can be entered as the final destination within the transport and delivery plan according to the consignee’s address.
Can shipping go to Sidon and Tyre?
Shipping furniture, cars and goods to Sidon and Tyre can be assessed by the load, the service and the final address.
Is there delivery to Zahle and Baalbek?
The distribution stage to Zahle and Baalbek can be assessed with the actual city included in the price request.
Can an office or company be moved?
Offices, devices and files can be moved with the inventory split by department and restart priority.
Can commercial goods be shipped?
Goods can be assessed by type, dimensions, weights, number of parcels, stackability, documents and delivery location.
Can equipment and machinery be shipped?
Equipment can be assessed once the weight, dimensions, photos, lifting points and the loading and unloading site details are provided.
Is there a storage service?
Storage can be built into the shipping plan when there’s a gap between leaving the Abu Dhabi home and moving into or receiving the home in Lebanon.
How do I reduce the shipping cost?
Start by sorting the furniture and excluding the pieces you don’t need, use disassembly on the suitable pieces, and choose the shipping method by the load’s actual volume.
What’s needed to get a quote?
Photos of the furniture, the pickup area in Abu Dhabi, the floor and elevator, the Lebanese city, the car’s details, the nature of any goods or equipment, and the service scope.
A complete service for moving furniture and cars from Abu Dhabi to Lebanon
Choosing a furniture and car shipping company from Abu Dhabi to Lebanon becomes easier when the process starts with the information that genuinely affects the decision: the load’s volume, the suitable method, the arrival time, the services included in the price, and the city where you’ll receive the furniture and car.
The organization starts by sorting the contents before packing, because any large piece the customer doesn’t need consumes space, packing materials, labor and time in loading and unloading. The clearer it is which furniture will actually be used in the Lebanese home, the more accurate the volume assessment becomes.
Then comes the disassembly and packing. Wardrobes, beds and some desks and tables can be taken apart to ease handling and improve the use of space, with the parts numbered and each item’s screws and hinges kept safe. The packing changes with the type of item: a TV isn’t treated like a sofa, and a mirror isn’t treated like a wooden wardrobe.
The shipping method depends on the load’s nature, the date and the city. Land, sea or air solutions can be assessed, or a combination when there are different needs within the same move, such as sending a small group faster while the main furniture travels by the method best suited to its volume.
The car also needs its own file covering the model details, the running condition, the photos, the transport method and the official requirements in force — even when it’s booked in the same order as the home’s furniture.
And on arrival in Lebanon the service doesn’t end at the main arrival point if the agreement includes delivery; the distribution stage to Beirut, Tripoli, Sidon, Tyre, Zahle, Baalbek or another area begins, then the unloading, the distribution of the boxes and the reassembly of the pieces covered by the service.
The inventory and numbering also shorten the time on arrival, because the crew knows which room every box belongs to, and every dismantled furniture group stays linked to its fittings, which reduces re-carrying and searching inside the home.
And with Al Basma Express a plan can be prepared to suit apartments, villas, offices, cars, goods and equipment, with storage assessed when needed and the service chosen by the load’s volume, the destination and the date.
The best step before requesting a quote is preparing clear photos and a realistic list of what you’ll move, then setting the pickup location, the Lebanese address, the car’s type and the services required. With this data it becomes possible to build a far clearer plan from the first piece leaving the Abu Dhabi home to the completion of the delivery in Lebanon.
