Car Shipping to Saudi Arabia from USA: Get Instant Shipping Rates

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.

Saudi Arabia has rules on vehicle age, condition, and emissions. Most personal cars must be 5 years old or newer, while salvage or heavily modified vehicles are restricted; your broker can confirm eligibility for your specific car.

You confirm your quote, send us the documents, and deliver or have us collect the vehicle to one of our US facilities. We load it into a container, clear US customs, ship it to Saudi Arabia, and your local broker completes customs and port release.

Saudi customs applies duty, VAT, and port fees based on the vehicle’s customs value and use (personal or commercial). Your customs broker in Saudi Arabia can provide exact rates for your car and situation.

Yes. Optional Cargo Damage Protection is available to provide extra coverage while the vehicle is in our custody and in transit. Without it, compensation is limited to standard carrier liability.

Yes. We move auction vehicles every week, including dealer and wholesale purchases. We can arrange pickup from the auction yard, load at our facility, and ship in a shared or dedicated container.