Al Basma Express ships from Riyadh to Jordan by land through Al Haditha Crossing and by air from King Khalid International Airport, from your door to the consignee’s door. Land shipments arrive in 2–4 days and air shipments in 24–48 hours. Prices start from SAR 37 per carton, SAR 6.5 per kg by land, SAR 1,670 for a complete room and SAR 1,390 to ship a car.
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Route: Riyadh → Qassim → Hail → Al-Jouf → Qurayyat → Al Haditha Crossing → Al Omari Crossing → Amman · Distance: about 1,450 km · Land transit: 2–4 days · Contact: +966553923364
Shipping from Riyadh to Jordan at a glance
- Distance: about 1,450 km from Riyadh to Amman, some 1,300 km of it to Al Haditha Crossing.
- Border: Al Haditha in Al-Jouf Region, facing Al Omari in Jordan.
- Land transit time: 2–4 days from loading day in Riyadh.
- Air transit time: 24–48 hours to Queen Alia International Airport.
- Cartons: a carton from SAR 37, a 5–10 kg parcel from SAR 120, and clothes and soft furnishings from SAR 6.5 per kg.
- Furniture and cars: a small furniture shipment from SAR 465, a complete room from SAR 1,670, and a car from SAR 1,390.
Riyadh has a large Jordanian community, and most shipments on this route are the furniture of returning families, employees’ belongings and cars. Jordan is outside the GCC, so customs at Al Omari differ from the Gulf borders, and a returning expatriate’s exemption file is prepared in Riyadh before loading, not at the frontier.
Find out the price of your shipment from Riyadh to Jordan
Route details and transit time from Riyadh to Jordan
From Riyadh the truck heads north on the Qassim road, on to Hail, then across the Nafud to Dumat Al-Jandal and Sakaka in Al-Jouf, continuing to Qurayyat and Al Haditha Crossing. After Al Omari it is about 155 km to Amman by way of Azraq and Zarqa.
| Leg | Approx. distance | Usual time |
|---|---|---|
| Riyadh → Buraidah | about 350 km | three and a half hours |
| Buraidah → Hail | about 270 km | three hours |
| Hail → Sakaka | about 380 km | four hours |
| Sakaka → Al Haditha Crossing | about 300 km | three hours |
| Procedures at Al Haditha and Al Omari | — | half a day to a day |
| Al Omari → Amman | about 155 km | two hours |
How long does shipping from Riyadh to Jordan take?
| Mode | Transit time | Best for | Starts from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared land freight | 3–6 days | Cartons, suitcases and furniture items | SAR 6.5 per kg |
| Dedicated truck | 2–4 days | A full household or full load | Quoted by truck size |
| Air freight | 24–48 hours | Documents and urgent parcels | SAR 56 per kg |
| Car carrier | 3–5 days | Private cars | SAR 1,390 |
Timetable for a dedicated truck from Riyadh to Amman
| Time | What happens |
|---|---|
| Day one | Loading in Riyadh in the morning, then the drive to Qassim and Hail |
| Day two | Crossing Al-Jouf and reaching Al Haditha Crossing |
| Day three | Procedures at Al Haditha and Al Omari, then arrival in Amman |
| Day three or four | Unloading and assembly at the consignee’s address |
What prolongs the stop at Al Omari?
An incomplete exemption file, a list with no values, or new appliances among used furniture. All three are gone through with you in Riyadh before packing. In summer, when expatriates return, the wait grows by a day or two.
Shipping prices from Riyadh to Jordan
Al Basma Express prices for shipping from Riyadh to Jordan start from SAR 37 per carton and SAR 6.5 per kg by land. This is the freight charge only; Jordanian duties and sales tax are calculated separately.
| Shipment type | Unit | Starts from |
|---|---|---|
| Carton | per carton | SAR 37 |
| Parcel | 5–10 kg | SAR 120 |
| Clothes and soft furnishings | per kg | SAR 6.5 |
| Consolidated cartons and suitcases | 50 kg and over | SAR 370 |
| Commercial goods | per kg | SAR 14 |
| Air freight | per kg | SAR 56 |
| Small household furniture | a few pieces | SAR 465 |
| Large household furniture | apartment | SAR 1,110 |
| Complete room | dismantling, packing and assembly | SAR 1,670 |
| Small car | shared carrier | SAR 1,390 |
| Sedan | hydraulic flatbed | SAR 2,040 |
| Luxury car | enclosed carrier | SAR 3,700 |
| 20 ft container | by land | SAR 4,460 |
These are starting prices
Figures are in Saudi riyals for freight from Riyadh. Customs duty in Jordan, where it applies, is not included. Pickup is from every Riyadh district; the northern and north-western districts are closest to the Qassim road exit. For an exact price send photos or a list to +966553923364; furniture gets a free survey.
Furniture shipping from Riyadh to Jordan
Furniture shipping from Riyadh to Jordan with Al Basma Express starts from SAR 465 for a small shipment and SAR 1,670 for a complete room with dismantling, packing and assembly. Most customers are returning expatriates, who have a customs exemption under Jordan Customs conditions.
- The exemption file: passport, proof of residence in Saudi Arabia and its duration, the final exit notice and a detailed packing list.
- What falls outside the exemption: new appliances in their cartons and commercial quantities, which are separated and declared.
- Curtains and carpets: folded into upright cartons, or rolled and wrapped.
- Cold in the north: the Hail and Al-Jouf road gets cold in winter, so appliances and liquids are protected from freezing.
- Amman homes: many stairs and buildings without lifts, so carrying by hand is planned for.
Car shipping from Riyadh to Jordan
Shipping a car from Riyadh to Jordan with Al Basma Express starts from SAR 1,390 on a shared carrier, SAR 2,040 on a hydraulic flatbed and SAR 3,700 for luxury cars in an enclosed carrier.
| Carrier type | Best for | Transit time | Starts from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shared carrier | Small and everyday cars | 3–5 days | SAR 1,390 |
| Hydraulic flatbed | One car on a set date | 2–4 days | SAR 2,040 |
| Enclosed carrier | Luxury cars | 3–5 days | SAR 3,700 |
- Pickup: from your home, a tower car park or a showroom in Riyadh.
- Documents: registration, the owner’s ID or Iqama, export plates for a permanent export, and the consignee’s details in Jordan.
- Loading: an empty car with a quarter tank, covered and strapped at the wheels, with a photographed report signed.
Before shipping the car
Clearing a car in Jordan is subject to duties and taxes that vary with year of manufacture, engine size and fuel type, and there are limits on the age of imported cars. Cost the clearance before loading in Riyadh; it can be several times the freight charge. The preparation checklist is in the car shipping guide.
Carton & Parcel Shipping from Riyadh to Jordan
Shipping a carton from Riyadh to Jordan with Al Basma Express starts from SAR 37, a 5–10 kg parcel from SAR 120, and clothes and soft furnishings from SAR 6.5 per kg. The courier collects from your door in Riyadh and weighs in front of you.
- A list with contents and value: Jordan Customs asks about value, so write it for each carton.
- A number on every carton: matching the list.
- Do not ship new items without asking: new electronics attract duties that can approach the price difference.
- A Jordanian number for the consignee: to coordinate before delivery.
Commercial freight from Riyadh to Jordan: full truckload (FTL) or part load (LTL)
Commercial freight from Riyadh to Jordan starts from SAR 14 per kg and SAR 4,460 for a 20 ft container. Goods of Arab origin benefit from the Greater Arab Free Trade Area exemption with a certified certificate of origin, with delivery in Sahab, Marka and the Zarqa Free Zone.
Follow the shipment by its number on the shipment tracking page until delivery.
Air freight from Riyadh to Jordan
Air freight from Riyadh to Jordan with Al Basma Express starts from SAR 56 per kg and arrives in 24–48 hours. The flight from King Khalid airport to Queen Alia airport takes about two and a quarter hours.
- It saves two to four days: compared with land freight.
- Suits: documents, prescription medicines, spare parts and urgent parcels.
- Chargeable weight: the higher of actual and volumetric (length × width × height in centimetres ÷ 6,000).
Work out volumetric weight with the volumetric weight calculator.
Documents and customs when shipping from Riyadh to Jordan
| Shipment type | Documents |
|---|---|
| Cartons and personal effects | ID or Iqama + packing list + consignee’s name and Jordanian number |
| Used household furniture | ID or Iqama + packing list + the exemption file if the owner is a returning expatriate |
| Car | Registration + owner’s ID + export plates or transit authorisation |
| Commercial goods | Invoice + packing list + commercial registration + certificate of origin + export declaration |
| All types | Electronic authorisation for the customs broker through the Fasah platform |
- Jordan is outside the GCC customs union: its duties vary from item to item.
- Sales tax: 16% on most imports, on top of customs duty.
- A returning expatriate’s furniture: exempt under Jordan Customs conditions.
- Prohibited and restricted: narcotics, weapons and counterfeit goods are not shipped; medicines and telecom devices need approval.
See what is missing with the shipping documents checker, and estimate the duty with the customs duty calculator.
Steps for shipping from Riyadh to Jordan
- Get in touch: +966553923364, with the shipment type, your Riyadh district and the delivery city in Jordan.
- Estimate: photos or a list, or a free furniture survey.
- Price and date: an itemised price and a loading day.
- Documents: ID, packing list and the Fasah authorisation.
- Loading in Riyadh: dismantling, packing, numbering and sealing the truck.
- Crossing: Al Haditha then Al Omari, with an update at each post.
- Delivery: unloading, assembly and checking the list.
Book your pickup in Riyadh
Delivery Across Jordan
| City | Approx. distance from Riyadh | Land transit | Delivery notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zarqa | about 1,430 km | 2–4 days | First major city after Al Omari |
| Amman | about 1,450 km | 2–4 days | Hills and stairs; a small truck for old districts |
| Madaba | about 1,480 km | 3–4 days | Direct delivery |
| Salt | about 1,480 km | 3–4 days | Steep streets |
| Jerash | about 1,500 km | 3–4 days | Direct delivery |
| Irbid | about 1,540 km | 3–5 days | Northern Jordan |
| Aqaba | about 1,780 km via Amman | 3–5 days | Southern Jordan on the Red Sea |
Before the truck arrives
Send the consignee’s location and Jordanian number, the floor, and whether there is a lift. Many Amman buildings have long outdoor stairways, so enough crew is arranged for carrying by hand.
How to calculate the cost of shipping from Riyadh to Jordan
| Example | Calculation | Cost as a starting price |
|---|---|---|
| 8 cartons | 8 × SAR 37 | SAR 296 |
| 100 kg of clothes and soft furnishings | 100 × SAR 6.5 | SAR 650 |
| 150 kg of commercial goods | 150 × SAR 14 | SAR 2,100 |
| 6 kg air parcel | 6 × SAR 56 | SAR 336 |
| Complete room + small car | 1,670 + 1,390 | SAR 3,060 |
For a quick estimate: the moving cost calculator and the shipping time calculator.
The cheapest way to ship from Riyadh to Jordan
The cheapest way to ship from Riyadh to Jordan is shared land freight through Al Haditha, from SAR 6.5 per kg and SAR 37 per carton with Al Basma Express.
- Use the exemption: if you are returning for good, have your file complete.
- Do not ship new items: the duties can eat up what you save.
- Share the truck: you pay for your space only.
- Avoid summer: it is when expatriates return, and prices and waiting are both higher.
Common mistakes when shipping from Riyadh to Jordan
| Mistake | Result | The right way |
|---|---|---|
| Treating Jordan like a Gulf state | A surprise in the duties | Work out duty and sales tax first |
| An incomplete exemption file | Furniture waiting at Al Omari | Passport, proof of residence, final exit and a list |
| New appliances among used furniture | Duties and delay for the whole shipment | Separate the new items and declare them |
| A list with no values | A higher customs valuation | An estimated value for each item |
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Frequently asked questions about shipping from Riyadh to Jordan
How much does shipping from Riyadh to Jordan cost?
From SAR 37 per carton and SAR 6.5 per kg by land with Al Basma Express. A complete room starts from SAR 1,670 and a car from SAR 1,390.
How long does shipping from Riyadh to Jordan take?
2–4 days by land from loading day in Riyadh, and 24–48 hours by air.
What is the cheapest way to ship from Riyadh to Jordan?
Shared land freight through Al Haditha, from SAR 6.5 per kg and SAR 37 per carton.
What is the air freight rate per kg from Riyadh to Jordan?
From SAR 56 per kg, charged on the higher of actual and volumetric weight.
How much does it cost to ship a car from Riyadh to Jordan?
From SAR 1,390 on a shared carrier, SAR 2,040 on a hydraulic flatbed and SAR 3,700 for luxury cars. Car customs in Jordan are calculated separately.
Which is the best furniture moving company from Riyadh to Jordan?
One that dismantles and packs in Riyadh, clears both border posts and assembles in Jordan at an itemised price. Al Basma Express does this from SAR 1,670 for a complete room, with a free survey.
How do I send a shipment from Riyadh to Jordan, and what documents are required?
Call +966553923364 and the price and loading day are set. Personal effects need an ID or Iqama, a packing list, a Fasah authorisation, and the consignee’s name and Jordanian number.
Is door-to-door shipping available from Riyadh to Jordan?
Yes. Pickup is from any Riyadh district and delivery to the consignee’s address within 2–4 days by land, including loading, clearance and unloading.
Do you ship from Riyadh to Amman, Zarqa and Irbid?
Yes, and to Aqaba, Salt, Madaba and Jerash too. Amman and Zarqa are reached in 2–4 days and Irbid in 3–5 days.
Is the shipment insured?
Yes. Insurance is optional and calculated as a percentage of the declared value. It is recommended for cars, high-end furniture and high-value goods.
How far is it from Riyadh to Amman by road?
About 1,450 km via Qassim, Hail, Al-Jouf and Al Haditha Crossing, some 155 km of it inside Jordan.
Is the furniture of a Jordanian expatriate returning from Riyadh exempt from customs?
Yes, under Jordan Customs conditions, including permanent return, a period of residence abroad and the furniture being used. The file is prepared in Riyadh before loading.
Which border does a shipment from Riyadh to Jordan use?
Al Haditha Crossing in Al-Jouf, facing Al Omari. Al Haditha is about 1,300 km from Riyadh.
