Shipping · Saudi Arabia

Import a car from the USA and Canada to Saudi Arabia

We buy your vehicle in North America, prepare it in our own yard and deliver it to Saudi Arabia with export paperwork, shipping and customs clearance — one contract, a fixed quote and one manager.

30–40Ocean transit, days
6–9Purchase to handover, weeks
5%Import duty (cars)
15%VAT
Saudi Arabia

Route and transit time

USA · CanadaPurchase & pickup by carrier
30–40 daysOcean transit · Air freight option: 4–7 days
Jeddah Islamic Port · King Abdulaziz Port (Dammam)Arrival ports
6–9 weeksPurchase to handover
Region

Customs duties and taxes in Saudi Arabia

5%Import duty (cars)
15%VAT
Other taxes and fees

Customs duty 5% of CIF plus 15% VAT; SASO/SABER conformity certificate required.

Registration and technical requirements

Personal imports of used cars are limited by age (typically up to 5 years) and require a SABER certificate; salvage vehicles are restricted. We check compliance before bidding.

Vehicle price · $30,000

Example: landed cost of a $30,000 car

Illustrative estimate for a mid-size car bought at a US auction. Registration taxes, excise and exact freight depend on the vehicle — your manager confirms every figure in a written quote.

Import cost calculator
Estimated landed cost before registration taxes$41,599
Vehicle price$30,000
Auction / dealer fees (approx.)$1,100
Inland transport to port$600
Ocean freight (shared container)$2,300
Cargo insurance$450
Import duty (5%)$1,723
VAT (15%)$5,426
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How delivery to Saudi Arabia works

01Submit a request on the website

Takes two minutes — right here on the site.

02We search dealers & auctions — Copart, Manheim, IAA

Your manager scans the whole US & Canada market for you.

03We pick the best-value vehicle

You choose from verified options — no blind bets.

04Purchase & pickup by carrier

We buy the vehicle and move it to our own yard.

05Loading into the container

Prepared and secured at our yard in the USA.

06Choose delivery — air or sea

Two options — you pick speed or best value.

07On the way — port & airport arrival

Full tracking until the vehicle reaches your country.

08Handover — keys and documents

Your car is home — inspected and ready to drive.

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Documents you receive

  • Original title (or export certificate)
  • Bill of sale and invoice
  • US export declaration (AES / EEI)
  • Bill of lading
  • Cargo insurance certificate
  • Photos and inspection report
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

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01How long does shipping from the USA to Saudi Arabia take?

Ocean transit takes 30–40 days; with purchase, inland transport and clearance the full cycle is about 6–9 weeks. Air freight takes 4–7 days.

02How much duty do I pay in Saudi Arabia?

Typical charges: Import duty (cars) 5%, VAT 15%. Customs duty 5% of CIF plus 15% VAT; SASO/SABER conformity certificate required.

03Can you deliver to my city in Saudi Arabia?

Yes. After clearance at Jeddah Islamic Port we arrange delivery by truck to your city or you collect the car at the port.

Saudi Arabia

Get a quote for delivery to Saudi Arabia

Tell us what you need — a manager replies within one business hour.