International removals from the UK to Riyadh
Door to door removals from the UK to Riyadh. We manage survey, export packing, sea or air freight, customs clearance coordination, and delivery in Riyadh. One coordinator. Clear steps.
- UK collection and export packing
- Sea freight groupage and full containers
- Air freight for urgent boxes
- Customs clearance coordination in KSA
- Delivery planning for apartments and compounds
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What is included for UK to Riyadh moves
- Home collection anywhere in the UK
- Export packing and labelling
- Inventory and packing list preparation
- Sea freight or air freight booking
- Customs clearance coordination in Saudi Arabia
- Final delivery to your address in Riyadh
Riyadh delivery planning
Riyadh deliveries often depend on access rules, parking, and delivery time windows. Planning before shipping reduces delays and re-delivery costs.
Common delivery requirements
- Delivery slot booking for managed compounds
- Gate access and security rules for compounds
- Parking access and loading distance checks
- Lift size checks for large furniture in towers
- Clear building or compound contact details for delivery day
Areas we often deliver to
- Olaya
- Al Malaz
- Al Yasmin
- Al Nakheel
- King Abdullah District
- North Riyadh communities
Share your building type and access rules when requesting a quote. That allows accurate planning for vehicles, labour, and timing.
Pricing guide and transit times for Riyadh
These are planning ranges. Final pricing depends on volume, packing level, access, season, and shipment type.
| Mode | Typical volume | Transit time | Guide price |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air freight | 0.1 to 1.5 m³ | 3 to 7 days | £6 to £10 per kg |
| Sea groupage | 2 to 12 m³ | 6 to 9 weeks | £240 to £520 per m³ |
| 20ft container | 28 to 32 m³ | 5 to 7 weeks | £3,100 to £4,500 |
| 40ft container | 60 to 65 m³ | 5 to 7 weeks | £5,300 to £7,300 |
Groupage vs full container for Riyadh
| Point | Groupage | Full container |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | 2 to 12 m³ and part loads | Full homes and fixed move dates |
| How you pay | Pay per cubic metre used | Pay for the whole container |
| Handling | More handling points | Fewer handling points |
| Delivery timing | Flexible window | Better for booked compound slots |
Many customers send essentials by air and the main shipment by sea. That keeps early settlement simple.
Saudi customs and documents for Riyadh shipments
We prepare UK export paperwork and coordinate customs clearance through licensed agents in Saudi Arabia. Requirements can vary based on status and shipment type. We confirm what you need before packing day.
Documents usually requested
- Passport copy
- Saudi Iqama where applicable
- Inventory and packing list with values
- Delivery address and local contact number
What to avoid
- Restricted items mixed inside normal cartons
- New goods without clear values
- Missing contact details for delivery booking
Before you ship household goods to Riyadh
- Confirm your Saudi residency status and timing
- Prepare a clear inventory of used household items
- Confirm your Riyadh address and local contact number
- Share compound rules or building access requirements
- Separate essentials for first arrival
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Frequently asked questions
How long does shipping from the UK to Riyadh take
Air freight is usually 3 to 7 days. Sea freight is usually 5 to 7 weeks for full containers and 6 to 9 weeks for groupage. Times can change with schedules and customs processing.
Can I ship only a few boxes to Riyadh
Yes. We ship boxes by air or by sea groupage. UK collection and delivery in Riyadh are available.
Do you provide packing and crating
Yes. We provide export packing. Crating is available for fragile or high value items when needed.
Do you provide UK storage before shipping
Yes. Short and long term storage is available in the UK. Storage services.
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