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🇸🇦 Moving to Saudi Arabia • Luggage Shipping • Est. 1998

Moving to Saudi Arabia
Shipping Your Belongings from the UK

Moving to Saudi Arabia from the UK. Air freight in 6–10 working days, subject to space and flight availability with the carriers. ZATCA (Saudi Customs Authority). Clear quote before collection. 28 years experience.

📍 Part of our complete Shipping to Saudi Arabia hub — personal-effects exemption, customs, costs & every service ›
How it works

Shipping personal effects to Saudi Arabia when you move

Relocating to Saudi Arabia means getting your belongings there safely. We ship luggage, send suitcases and move boxes of personal effects to Saudi Arabia door-to-door (subject to your destination) from anywhere in the UK. From a suitcase to a household’s worth of boxes, our service to Saudi Arabia covers collection, customs clearance and delivery for your move.

Moving to Saudi Arabia from the UK means deciding what travels with you and what ships ahead. For most people — professionals, returning diaspora, retirees — luggage shipping handles the personal effects while furniture follows by sea or stays behind. Here is the process.

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Door collection across the UK. Within M25: Mon–Fri 09:30–16:00 • Outside M25: Mon–Fri 10:00–17:00.
Air freight to Saudi Arabia. Riyadh RUH or Jeddah JED. Transit: 6–10 working days from UK collection.
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Customs: ZATCA (Saudi Customs Authority). Personal effects duty-free for Saudi nationals and Iqama holders. ZATCA requires itemised packing list. Sender = receiver rule.
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Sender must equal receiver. The fundamental personal effects rule worldwide. Any name mismatch reclassifies the shipment as a commercial import — full duties apply.
Restrictions

What to know before you pack for Saudi Arabia

ZERO TOLERANCE: No alcohol. No pork products. No material contrary to Islamic law. No political material. No VoIP equipment. No e-cigarettes. These are Saudi law — not carrier preferences. Always call us on 0800 096 38 39 before packing if you are unsure about any item — a 5-minute call prevents a customs hold at the destination.

ItemShip?Notes
Clothes, shoes, personal items✓ YesUp to 30kg per bag
Laptop / tablet (battery removed)✓ YesRemove lithium battery — carry in cabin
Books, kitchenware, household goods✓ YesWeigh before booking — dense items add up fast
Furniture, appliances✗ NoUse our sea freight service to Saudi Arabia
Lithium batteries, aerosols, perfumes✗ NoProhibited in air freight — no exceptions
28 years experience

Why customers moving to Saudi Arabia choose Excess Luggage Co.

Saudi Arabia is a major route for UK oil, gas, construction, healthcare and education professionals. We have been shipping personal effects from the UK since 1998 — operating 2 miles from Heathrow cargo terminals. Community discussions and expat networks consistently cite our confirmed pricing and customs documentation support.

25+
Years
2mi
From Heathrow
FAQs

Moving to Saudi Arabia — your questions answered

What is absolutely prohibited in a Saudi Arabia shipment?
Alcohol — zero tolerance under Saudi law. Pork products. Material contrary to Islamic values or Saudi cultural law. Political material. VoIP equipment. Certain medications. E-cigarettes. Non-compliance risks shipment seizure and serious legal action.
Do I need a Saudi Iqama before shipping?+
For duty-free personal effects, ZATCA requires a Saudi national or Iqama holder as receiver. New arrivals on a first contract: employer letter and entry visa support the claim. Call us — we guide you through ZATCA documentation.
What is the maximum weight per bag?+
30kg per item. This is one of the advantages over airlines — many airlines cap at 23kg and charge heavily for overweight bags. Our 30kg standard means most bags travel without overweight surcharges.
How far in advance should I book?+
Minimum 10 working days for Saudi Arabia. We recommend 14 working days to allow for customs clearance. Book early — our collection slots fill up, particularly during peak periods (September, December, Ramadan). See our booking lead times guide.
What happens if customs holds my shipment?+
Contact us immediately on 0800 096 38 39 with your Air Waybill reference. A hold is almost always a documentation issue. We advise on the exact documentation needed for Saudi Arabia customs and the fastest resolution route. See our customs holds guide.
Is there a limit on how many bags I can ship?+
No bag limit. The same quoted rate per bag regardless of quantity. This is a significant advantage over airlines which may refuse extra bags at busy periods.

Ready to ship to Saudi Arabia?

Clear quote before we collect. No guesswork. Established 1998.

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📋 Official Customs Authority — Saudi Arabia

For official customs requirements, import duties and restricted items guidance, visit the ZATCA Saudi Arabia — the official customs authority for Saudi Arabia. Always verify current requirements before shipping.

UK Collection

We collect from your door anywhere in the UK

Door collection Monday to Friday from any UK address. Select your nearest city for local collection times and details:

LondonManchesterBirminghamLeedsGlasgowEdinburghLiverpoolBristolSheffieldNewcastleNottinghamLeicesterBradfordCardiffCoventrySouthamptonPortsmouthOxfordCambridgeReading/SloughBrightonLutonMilton KeynesDerbyStokeWolverhamptonSwanseaAberdeenDundeeMiddlesbroughExeterPlymouthYorkBelfastHounslowHeathrow

✍ Within M25: Mon–Fri 09:30–16:00 • Outside M25: Mon–Fri 10:00–17:00

Moving to Saudi Arabia • Excess Luggage Co. • Est. 1998
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