💰 Current Freight Rates
| Weight / Volume | Rate (USD / KG) |
|---|---|
| 0-16 | USD 52.83 |
📋 Service Details
About This Service
International freight from China to Saudi Arabia via Small Parcel General No Battery. All duties and taxes included (DDP).
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ℹ️ Additional Information
Documentation Required
Commercial invoice, packing list, and accurate HS codes for all items.
📊 China to Saudi Arabia — Shipping Reference Data
| Main air gateways | JED (Jeddah), RUH (Riyadh), DMM |
|---|---|
| Destination customs authority | Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) |
| De-minimis / duty-free threshold | SAR 1,000 |
| Import tax & duty regime | VAT 15%; duty 5–15% (up to 25% on some goods) |
| Local currency | SAR |
| Typical clearance / dwell time | 4–8 days |
| Peak / busy season | Sep–Nov |
| Conformity & certification | SABER/SASO conformity certificate |
Thresholds and duty bands are buyer-planning references, not formal customs rulings — confirm the exact HS-code rate for your goods before shipping.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Small Parcel General No Battery from China to Saudi Arabia take?
Air freight on this route runs about 5–10 business days door-to-door, plus roughly 4–8 days of clearance/dwell once it reaches the gateway. Customs clearance is coordinated through our DDP Service (a customs and tax handling service, not Incoterms DDP).
What duties and taxes apply when importing into Saudi Arabia?
Clearance is handled by Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA). The regime is: VAT 15%; duty 5–15% (up to 25% on some goods), with a de-minimis position of SAR 1,000. Our DDP Service coordinates this customs and tax processing for both parties; it does not constitute Incoterms DDP.
In what currency is this route priced and paid?
Freight is quoted and invoiced in USD; the destination-side currency is SAR. Payment is typically due before departure, and our DDP Service handles the customs and tax processing for both parties.
What certification is needed to import into Saudi Arabia?
For regulated goods, plan for: SABER/SASO conformity certificate. Missing conformity paperwork is the most common clearance hold with Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA), so confirm requirements for your HS code before shipping.
What documents are required for customs clearance in Saudi Arabia?
Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (ZATCA) typically requires a commercial invoice with HS codes, a packing list, the bill of lading/air waybill, a certificate of origin (may lower duty), and any product certification (SABER/SASO conformity certificate). We file these as part of our DDP Service.
How is the shipping cost on this route calculated?
We compare actual gross weight against volumetric weight (L×W×H ÷ 6000) and charge the greater, rounded up to the next kilogram, then apply the per-KG rate shown in the table above.
📋 Shipping Guidelines for Saudi Arabia
🔎 More Saudi Arabia Rate Pages
Detailed live-rate pages for common weights and shipping modes on this lane.
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📈 Historical Price Records
All price updates are recorded here. Use the weekly tabs to browse older entries.
| Date | 0-16 |
|---|---|
| 2026-07-03Latest | USD 52.83 |
| 2026-06-15 | USD 52.82 |
| 2026-06-08 | USD 52.82 |
| 2026-05-14 | USD 52.78 |
| 2025-12-29 | — |
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⭐ Customer Reviews
What customers say about shipping to Saudi Arabia with us.
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
This was a DDP shipment to Saudi Arabia for mixed cartons. Pricing stayed in line with the original quote. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost. التسليم كان مرتباً بدون رسوم مفاجئة.
We tested this lane to Saudi Arabia with a mid-volume order. The customs side was handled professionally. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. Would use the same line again for general cargo. التسليم كان مرتباً بدون رسوم مفاجئة.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to Saudi Arabia through this team. The customs side was handled professionally. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. Would use the same line again for general cargo.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to Saudi Arabia through this team. The customs side was handled professionally. The booking process was straightforward and the team confirmed documents early. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.
This was a DDP shipment to Saudi Arabia for mixed cartons. The customs side was handled professionally. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports. التسليم كان مرتباً بدون رسوم مفاجئة.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to Saudi Arabia. The customs side was handled professionally. The landed price stayed aligned with the quote, which helped our budgeting. Would use the same line again for general cargo.
We tested this lane to Saudi Arabia with a mid-volume order. The customs side was handled professionally. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost. التسليم كان مرتباً بدون رسوم مفاجئة.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to Saudi Arabia. The customs side was handled professionally. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to Saudi Arabia. The customs side was handled professionally. Cartons arrived clean and labels were still readable on delivery. Would use the same line again for general cargo.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to Saudi Arabia through this team. Pricing stayed in line with the original quote. The landed price stayed aligned with the quote, which helped our budgeting. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports. الخدمة كانت ممتازة والمتابعة واضحة.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to Saudi Arabia. The customs side was handled professionally. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to Saudi Arabia through this team. The customs side was handled professionally. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports. الخدمة كانت ممتازة والمتابعة واضحة.
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