Shipping from China to Saudi Arabia

If you are looking for a freight forwarder from China to Saudi Arabia, FriendShip can be your good partner. Whether you're shipping goods from China to any city of Saudi Arabia, FriendShip ensures you always receive the most competitive and favorable shipping charges and rates.

We are the class A agent of the shipowners; we have plenty of strong cooperators, like Maston;HPL;COSCO;MSC;MSK;OOCL;EMC etc.As the class A agent, our price are extremely favorable compared to our peers, and we can provide three channels according to customer needs:Standard Sea; Express Sea;Express Sea Plus. 

We can also provide you with very competitive sea freight rates to any city of the Saudi Arabia. 

We can also provide better air freight rates if you choose to ship by air. 

 

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FCL Shipping from China to Saudi Arabia

Our competitive shipping rate agreements with reputable shipping companies enable us to offer you the optimal shipping solution and rates for Full Container Load (FCL) shipments from China to Saudi Arabia.

 

LCL Shipping from China to Saudi Arabia

When you choose LCL shipping from China to Saudi Arabia, FriendShip is here to tailor the best packing solutions for your goods and save on shipping costs.

 

If you want to know more, please read : FCL VS LCL Container Shipping: How to Choose

 

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In addition, we are not a company that only provides freight services. We provide high-quality supplier information, helping customers with product selection and sampling, quality testing, domestic warehousing services, product testing, etc.

 

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7/24 online support before, and during, your shipping.

Very competitive shipping rates by sea or air.

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Extensive experience in transporting sensitive and bulky cargo.

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As you can see, importing products from China to any city in Saudi Arabia is quite easy.

But more importantly, it is even more convenient when you choose a reliable shipping company.

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Your Best Freight Forwarder from China to Saudi Arabia

 

1. We offer highly competitive shipping rates for shipments from China to Saudi Arabia.

2. We can provide certificates, such as the Certificate of Origin, when your supplier is unable to do so.

3. We specialize in shipping hazardous and oversized goods with professionalism and expertise.

4. We charge shippers a competitive local fee under FOB terms to avoid any complaints and ensure satisfaction.

 

Shipping from China to Saudi Arabia – All You Need to Know

Saudi Arabia is the Arab world’s second largest country. With a vast oil reserve, it is geographically situated in a desert which makes it import a majority of its goods.

We know that shipping from China to Saudi Arabia is not easy;  There are numerous tasks and obstacles such as arranging for cargo delivery to the port,  preparing documents, getting licenses, booking carriers, paying customs fees, etc. But, Don’t worry.

We will explain all shipment methods from China to Saudi Arabia, including Sea, Air,  etc. We will compare their cost, delivery time, and pros & cons so you can choose the best option for your needs. Additionally, we will explain the customs clearance process and documentation requirements in detail.

So, keep reading if you want to save both money & time for your business.

 

1. What are the Shipping Methods from China to Saudi Arabia

 

Two main freight services exist that can transport your cargo safely into Saudi Arabia. The choice of which service to use depends on a number of factors which we are going to discuss later.

These freight services include:

①Air Freight from China to Saudi Arabia

Air freight services are suitable for goods that are needed urgently, goods that are light in weight and goods that are of high value and risks like weapons and jewelry.

It is much safe and faster as compared to ocean freight.

However, utilizing this service is expensive and that is why it is advisable to consider ocean freight.

Many factors affect the shipping cost via air like the weight of the cargo, the nature of it and the shipping cost.

Air cargo rate is usually calculated by chargeable weight with the unit of measurement being in kilograms.

The measurement unit of a valuable cargo is 0.1 kg.

If the weight is less than 21kgs, then the minimum chargeable unit is 0.5kgs while if it is more than 21kgs, the minimum chargeable weight is 1kg.

Note: Chargeable weight refers to the heavier one between gross weight and dimensional weight.

Air Cargo Types:

They can be classified in to:

① General cargo:

They refer to items such as electronics, pharmaceuticals, and wrist watches.

These items are normally considered high in value and are normally at a risk of getting lost that is why they need to be transported faster to the point of destination.

Globally these items account for 40% of the entire international air cargo industry.

They need to be transported in good condition that is why air freight is generally used even though the shipping cost is too high as compared to ocean freight services.

The price of the items is usually high compared to the shipping cost.

② Special cargo:

They are shipments that include living animals, goods that are dangerous or in need temperature control like sea animals, weapons which need to be transported quickly to their point of destination.

Also some chemicals and perishable goods that require refrigeration and freezing during the entire transportation chain.

Perishable or hazardous goods are subjected to strict regulations as opposed to general goods.

These goods need to meet giving the standard and undergo through inspection and as such not every airline will be willing to accept these items for shipment.

Handling special goods in Saudi Arabia – Information source: Airborne International Courier

If you are an importer, it is very critical of you to get detailed information about the requirements and the whole process of shipping before you start importing your shipment into Saudi Arabia.

Failure to do so may result in penalties or even being denied entry of your cargo.

It is important to also note that major cities of the airlines shipping goods into Saudi Arabia do not allow the following names or descriptions of a commodity:

• Lithium battery
• Toys
• Scooter
• Hoover board,
• Power supply and power bank. Airbags, electric boards, etc.

Regional Airports that Facilitates Door to Door Shipping

There exist regional airports that facilitate the shipment of your cargo to a given city within Saudi Arabia.

They include:

• Abha regional airport that serves the city of Abha
• Jizan regional airport serves the city of Jizan
• Tabuk regional airport operates to the city of Tabuk

 

② Sea Freight from China to Saudi Arabia

a) Shipping from China to Jeddah Islamic Port

 

The international Port of Jeddah is designed to handle the largest of the new generation of containership.

Its location at the junction of many international shipping routes between the east and the west make it the busiest port in Saudi Arabia.

It handles over half of the total shipment into the country.

The port has available modern specialized equipment such as:

• Quay container gantry cranes
• Straddle carriers
• Rubber tired gantry cranes
• Yard cranes mobile cranes for handling various types of cargo.

Significant numbers of reefer points to provide reefer containers with electricity.

Various types of forklifts, low and high trailer with different load capacities.

This is in addition to bulk grain discharging equipment.

Complete range of cargo handling equipment for all types of cargo with the adequate reserve of equipment to ensure smooth an expeditious cargo handling operations.

These modern facilities available at the port have proven key in handling the increased shipment at the port and as such the port is always congestion free.

 

b) Shipping from China to Fahd Industrial Port, Jubal

 

The port is located adjacent to Jubal industrial city.

It was designed primarily for importation of raw materials required for the local industries.

The port currently can handle more than 35 million tons of cargo annually while it is expected to increase gradually in the future.

With the distance between China and King Fahd industrial port, Jubal being 6928nm, it averagely takes 28 days for shipment to arrive from China to Saudi Arabia.

 

c) Shipping from China to Jubal Commercial Port

 

Jubal Commercial Port lies on Arabian Gulf in the Eastern Province of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

It is 80 Kilometer north of Dammam.

It boasts of modern cargo handling, safety and firefighting equipment.

To facilitate its cargo handling system, Jubal commercial port has the following equipment: Mobile Cranes with capacities of 20 – 100 tones, mobile Cranes with capacities of 40 tones with the automatic motor wheel and hydraulic arm of four parts.

Container Cranes with 36 ton capacity automatic motor and on wheels with head arm.

Jubal commercial port is specialized in the handling of the following cargo:

• Ro – Ro cargo
• Dry Chemical Products
• Barges Containers
• Bulk Raw Materials
• Bulk Grain
• Heavy Lifts & Projects Cargo
• Loa (or) Boa expect that maximum allowable Draft is 13.3 Meters at High Water

There is no restriction on the size of the cargo vessel that can dock at Jubal commercial port.

 

d) Shipping from China to King Abdul Aziz Port, Dammam

 

King Abdul Aziz Port is also known as Dammam port is strategically located between two mass water bodies which enables major landlocked cities to use it.

It has two terminals which operate 24hrs a day.

It is mainly used for importers who want to import goods into the major cities like Riyadh.

The distance covered from China to the port of Dammam is approximately 6922nm hence a shipment leaving China will take roughly 28 days to arrive at the port of Dammam.

The main imports that use this port are food and foodstuffs, construction materials and consumer goods.

 

e) Shipping Services to Riyadh Dry Port from China

 

Established in 1982 Riyadh Dry Port caters for the major landlocked cities in Saudi Arabia.

It is connected by rail from King Abdul Aziz port in Dammam.

As such importers can import goods from China to King Abdul Aziz port then from there, their goods will be transported by rail to Riyadh dry port for collection.

Riyadh dry port accommodates six 6,480 m2  warehouses.

 

2. What is the Fastest Freight Service from China to Saudi Arabia?

Air freight offers the fastest freight services from China to Saudi Arabia as compared to ocean freight.

However, air freight is expensive and the size of cargo to be transported is also limited.

It is convenient for the shipping of valuable goods, dangerous goods and goods that require special conditions like refrigeration.

Ocean freight, on the other hand, is normally preferred due to its ability to carry large volumes of cargo.

As compared to air freight, the transportation cost of this mode is relatively cheaper.

The downside of it is that is slower and takes a couple of days before the shipment arrives at the port of destination.

So if you want to choose which of the two is the fastest mode of shipment is, you have to consider other factors before settling on how you want your cargo shipped to Saudi Arabia.

 

3. How much are Shipping Costs from China to Saudi Arabia?

Whenever you’re shipping from China to Saudi Arabia, there are some expenses that you’ll incur and they include:

VAT/Custom Levied on Imported Goods from China

 

The standard tariffs for goods being imported to Saudi Arabia is 5%.

This however excludes those goods that the Saudi Arabia wishes to support the growth of local industries hence need protection from goods being imported.

Such goods are levied at 12-20%.

I have good links where you can learn more about this:

• Saudi Arabia Import Tariffs
• Saudi Customs – Integrated Custom Tariffs
• Exports Tax Rebates in China
• Import-Export Taxes and Duties in China

 

4. What Custom Documents are needed in China-KSA Shipping?

 

Saudi Arabia is considered as one of the strictest countries in the world when it comes to importing regulations.

It is therefore important to have the following documents as you are importing goods to Saudi Arabia.

Some of the most vital documents include the following:

①  A proof of origin of the product which is required to be translated into Arabic and authenticated at the Saudi Arabian chamber of commerce.

②  3 copies of a custom invoice.

③  Another invoice that mentions the country of origin, name of the one carrying the goods, description of the goods or the products being imported.

④  A bill of landing.

⑤  For shipment, original insurance documents are required and they should be translated in Arabic.

⑥  Saudi Arabia Standards Organization Certificate of Conformity(SASOCC).

 

This certificate is designed for the following objectives:

① Protection of public health

② Consumer safety

③ National security

④ Protection of religious and public morals

⑤ Protection of environment

⑥ Prevention of deceptive practice

 

It is important to note that the Saudi Arabian Customs Regulations require that the following goods require  Saudi Food and Drug Authority  (SFDA) approval before being cleared for entry into Saudi Arabia:

① Medications and pharmaceuticals

② Laboratory chemicals and solutions

③ Cosmetics and perfumes

④ Dietary supplements.

The SFDA approval ought to be obtained by the consignee prior to shipping the goods to Saudi Arabia.

Once the goods get approved by the SFDA, the importer needs to attach a copy of the approval on each individual shipment.

In case one imports these products without the SFDA approval, long delays will occur which can be up to 90 days before clearance as the approval is being sorted.

This will result in additional charges for the importer.

These products are also restricted and cannot be imported by a private person.

For agricultural consignment, they are supposed to be referred to Animal and Plant quarantine for examination and authorization before release.

At the same time, consignment that is exempted from custom duty according to an industrial decision shall be examined for conformity.

 

Conclusion

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