Ship Cars to Saudi Arabia: Get Your Instant Rate
We provide complete car shipping solutions from the US to Saudi Arabia using containers and airplane. For over 17 years, our team provides stress-free door to door car shipping to Saudi Arabia. With export warehouses in California, Florida and New Jersey. Get Instant Rates to Saudi Arabia using our car shipping calculator.
Complete door-to-door service from our US locations in California, Florida, and New Jersey to major Saudi ports including Dammam, Jeddah, and Riyadh.
Get instant rates for shipping, duties, and customs fees calculated in seconds. Import taxes are 5% plus 15% VAT for personal vehicles.
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Why Choose Us to Ship Your Car to Saudi Arabia?
With nearly 20 years of expertise in shipping cars to Saudi Arabia, we've helped thousands of customers navigate the import process. Our comprehensive door-to-door service includes:
- International car shipping via shared and dedicated containers
- Air freight shipping to major Saudi airports
- Weekly container consolidation to Dammam, Jeddah, and Riyadh ports
- Save up to 50% with our shared container shipping
- Complete export documentation and customs clearance
- Trusted import agents and warehouses across Saudi Arabia
Calculate your car import costs instantly with our shipping calculator, covering duties, shipping fees, and 5% import tax + 15% VAT.
We collect your vehicle from anywhere in the US using open or enclosed car transporters. The car is then transported to our nearest export warehouse in California, Florida or New Jersey.
You always have the option to deliver/drop off the vehicle yourself.
With nearly 2 decades of experience in loading containers, we make sure that your cars are safely secured for their journey overseas.
Our team works closely with US Customs to clear cars for export.
For a seamless car import experience, we work with reliable partners worldwide to ensure your cars arrive safely and are properly cleared with import customs.
Export Locations
We load and ship cars to Saudi Arabia from our US warehouses in CA, FL and NJ from anywhere in America.
International Car Shipping Methods
AIRPLANE
Need your vehicle fast? Air freight delivers in just 3-10 days, making it the quickest shipping option—significantly faster than container or RoRo shipping. Exact timing depends on customs and documentation.
SHIPPING CONTAINER
Our containers fit 1-4 vehicles—running or non-running—and offer cost-saving consolidation shipping. For high-value cars, we provide dedicated 20ft or 40ft containers.
RORO VESSEL
RoRo shipping requires vehicles to be operational and empty. Available ports and rates vary. Note: This method is only available for oversized cars
Have Questions?
How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Car to Saudi Arabia from USA
The typical cost to ship a car from USA to Saudi Arabia ranges from $2,500 to $2,750 per car, depending on the destination port. Most affordable shipping is to Dammam port.
Additional overseas destination charges range from approximately $850 per car and are not included in the shipping cost. This includes import duties (5% customs + 15% VAT), documentation fees, and local delivery.
Our container consolidation service makes shipping cars from USA to Saudi Arabia more affordable than ever, saving up to 50% on costs.
Optional Cargo Damage Protection is available.
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SHIPPING TIMES TO SAUDI ARABIA
Transit times from USA to Saudi Arabia vary by departure location:
- 1-2 weeks for customs clearance and container loading at US ports
- Additional week if using shared container consolidation service
- Transit to Dammam: 20-30 days from East Coast
- Transit to Jeddah/Riyadh: 30-37 days
- Cars shipped from NJ/FL arrive faster than from California
ADDITIONAL COSTS TO CONSIDER
- Vehicle Collection: Fees vary by pickup location in USA
- Import Duties: 5% customs + 15% VAT on vehicle value
- Cargo Protection: Optional insurance coverage available
- Port Fees: Documentation ($50), Labor ($50), Import Clearance ($250) - Local Delivery: Varies by final destination in Saudi Arabia
PAYMENT OPTIONS
We accept wire transfers, checks, and ban deposits only. Read more about banking fees when paying from overseas.
We do not accept credit card payments.
Vehicle Protection for Shipping to Saudi Arabia
Protect your vehicle during international shipping to Saudi Arabia with Cargo Damage Protection.
This coverage safeguards your vehicle from its arrival at our US warehouses through overseas delivery to Dammam, Jeddah, or Riyadh ports by our trusted agents.
Most standard auto insurance policies don't cover international shipping between USA and Saudi Arabia. If you decline Cargo Damage Protection, please note that our liability is capped at $500 per the Carriage of Goods at Sea Act.
Documentation Required to Ship Cars from USA to Saudi Arabia
Shipping your car from the United States to Saudi Arabia involves clearing both US and Saudi customs. Every Gulf citizen is allowed to import two vehicles per year. Here are the required documents:
- Bill of Sale for the vehicle
- Original Vehicle Title (If there is a lien on the car, a lien release letter is also required)
- Power of Attorney form for international residents
- Power of Attorney form for US citizens
- Copy of Passport (if you are an international resident)
- Copy of EIN Letter (if you are a US citizen)
- Completed Online Shipping Form
- Gulf country identification
- Proof of payment
Important Vehicle Restrictions:
- Personal vehicles must be 5 years old or newer
- Classic cars over 30 years old are exempt from age restriction
- Salvage, modified, and certain commercial vehicles are prohibited
Please note that certain US states do not issue titles for classic cars. Ensure you check the requirements specific to your state before proceeding.
Dedicated Export Team
Our dedicated export team manages all customs and US export procedures to ensure your vehicle arrives safely.
Car Import Process in Saudi Arabia
Shipping Cost & Duties:
Base shipping costs to Saudi ports:
- Dammam: $2,500 to $2,750 per car
- Additional ports may vary in cost
- Container consolidation available for savings
Destination charges in Saudi Arabia:
- Import Customs Clearance: $250 per vehicle
- Documentation Charges: $50 per set
- Labor Charges: $50 per vehicle
- Import Registration: $200 per vehicle
- Container destuffing: $250 per vehicle
- Local transport in Dammam: $335 per vehicle
Mandatory import duties:
- 5% customs duty on vehicle value
- 15% VAT
- Cars must be 5 years old or newer
- Classic cars (30+ years) exempt from age restriction
Car Import Process from USA to Saudi Arabia
Car shipping to Saudi Arabia from USA involves a straightforward export process that we've perfected over 17 years. Whether you're importing new cars, classic vehicles, or cars from auctions, our international car shipping service handles every detail.
Our container shipping solutions make transporting cars from USA to Saudi Arabia simple and efficient. With import restrictions on vehicles over 5 years old (except classics 30+ years), we ensure your vehicle meets all Saudi customs requirements before shipping.
Key Benefits of Our Saudi Arabia Car Shipping Process:
- Door-to-door shipping service from any US location
- Weekly container consolidation to Dammam port (most affordable option)
- Complete customs clearance and documentation handling
- Each Gulf citizen can import up to 2 vehicles per year
- Special handling for classic and auction vehicles
- Secure vehicle transport at both origin and destination
Registering Your Car in Saudi Arabia
Registering your imported vehicle in Saudi Arabia requires several key steps and proper documentation to ensure compliance with local regulations.
Essential Documentation:
- Foreign registration certificate and proof of ownership
- Customs duty (5%) and VAT (15%) payment records
- Vehicle approval certificates from Saudi authorities
- Original bill of sale and shipping documents
- Import declaration forms
- Gulf identification documents
Key Registration Requirements:
- Complete Saudi-specific registration forms
- Pass local vehicle inspections
- Verify vehicle age compliance (5 years or newer, 30+ years for classics)
- Pay applicable registration fees
- Obtain required insurance coverage
- Clear prohibited vehicle checks (no salvage/modified/commercial vehicles)
Our trusted partners in Saudi Arabia guide you through the entire registration process, from customs clearance to final registration.
Frequently Asked Questions About Saudi Arabia Car Shipping
Base shipping costs to Saudi Arabia range from $2,500 to $2,750 per car for container shipping to Dammam port. Additional charges include documentation ($50), import clearance ($250), labor ($50), and local delivery fees. Import duties are 5% customs duty plus 15% VAT on the vehicle's value. Container consolidation can save up to 50% on shipping costs.
Key requirements include: vehicles must be 5 years old or newer (except classic cars 30+ years or older), Gulf citizens can import up to 2 vehicles per year, and prohibited vehicles include salvage, modified steering, or commercial vehicles. Required documents include original title, bill of sale, Gulf country ID, and proof of payment. All vehicles must pass local inspections upon arrival.
Transit time typically takes 20-37 days, depending on departure location. Cars shipped from our East Coast facilities (NJ and FL) arrive faster than those from our California warehouse. Additional time is needed for customs clearance and local delivery in Saudi Arabia.
Classic cars 30 years and older are exempt from the standard 5-year age restriction for imports. However, they must still meet Saudi customs requirements, pay import duties (5% customs + 15% VAT), and pass local inspections. Special documentation may be required to verify classic car status.
Yes, cars can be imported from Dubai to Saudi Arabia, but they must meet the same requirements as US imports: 5 years old or newer, not modified or salvaged, and proper documentation. Gulf-spec vehicles may have advantages in the import process. Our team can assist with Dubai-Saudi Arabia vehicle transfers.
Required documents include: original vehicle title, bill of sale, Gulf country identification, proof of payment, power of attorney forms, completed shipping forms, passport copy (international residents) or EIN letter (US citizens), and import declaration forms. Additional documentation is required for classic cars or vehicles requiring special permits.
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