Al Basmah International Shipping is the shipping company from Al Ain to Jordan for people with a villa in Al Jimi, Zakher or Falaj Hazza who want to move it to Amman as it is: we prepare the Arabic majlis, roll the patterned carpets, protect the carved wooden tables, ship luxury cars in enclosed carriers, and deliver to the large villas of Dabouq, Abdoun and Khalda. The load travels by road through Saudi Arabia in customs transit to the Al Omari border and reaches Amman in roughly 6 to 9 days, while urgent parcels go by air via Abu Dhabi or Dubai airport. Send the details on WhatsApp +971557643821 and you will get the price.
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The majlis before loading
- We start with a room-by-room inventory of the villa, majlis first: back cushions, floor mattresses and armrests are bagged and numbered as one set so it can be laid out in Jordan exactly as before.
- Patterned carpets are rolled, never folded, and carved tables get foam before any tape.
- Luxury cars and SUVs travel in an enclosed carrier, and the team checks Jordan’s rules and charges for your car before shipping.
- About 6–9 days by road to Amman, and about 7–10 days to Irbid and Aqaba.
- Delivery in Dabouq is planned ahead with the receiver: the entrance, the slope and where the truck can stop.
The majlis before loading: preparing an Al Ain villa
Preparing an Al Ain villa for Jordan starts with the majlis, because it is the largest room and has the most look-alike pieces that are easy to mix up. Many Al Ain villas have a men’s and a women’s majlis, each with its floor seating or wide sofas, carpets, coffee tables, dallah pots and incense burners. Loaded without order, it all reaches Amman as a pile of cushions nobody can place.
Arabic majlis seating
Floor mattresses, back cushions and armrests are dusted and go into thick bags by majlis, each labelled, for example, “Men’s majlis – right side”. Wide Arabic sofas are taken apart if their arms or backs detach, and the pieces are wrapped in blankets then plastic. We do not crush the foam hard in vacuum bags, because long pressure over more than two thousand kilometres can leave it flattened.
Patterned carpets
Carpets in Al Ain villas are often handmade or very large, and their value is in the pattern and the edges. We sweep them, roll them tightly along their length and never fold them, because folding breaks the knots and leaves lines that do not go away. Each is wrapped in breathable fabric inside and plastic outside, and loaded flat on top of flat pieces, never underneath, with nothing heavy placed on it.
Carved wooden tables
Tape never goes straight onto carved wood; it lifts the varnish and marks the carving. We start with foam or bubble wrap over the carving, then card on the corners, then a blanket. Bolted legs come off, and glass or marble tops travel in their own crates, separate from the frame.
Chandeliers, ornaments and hospitality pieces
Chandelier crystals are removed and wrapped one by one, and dallah pots, incense burners and brass ornaments go into small padded boxes marked “fragile”. If the villa has large paintings or gilded mirrors, we build crates to their size.
What do we ship from Al Ain to Jordan?
We ship full villas, apartments, small loads, luxury and family cars, and commercial goods from Al Ain to Jordan. In Al Ain in particular, garden furniture and outdoor seating often come with the house.
Full villa
Majlis, bedrooms, kitchen, appliances and outdoor seating, with a written inventory, packing and loading at the villa.
Luxury cars
SUVs and luxury sedans in an enclosed carrier, after a check against Jordan’s rules for the car.
Small loads
Boxes, suitcases and a carpet or two in a shared truck, priced on your volume.
Commercial goods
Invoice, packing list and certificate of origin; dates and food products need Jordan Food and Drug Administration approval.
We do not carry plants or soil with furniture, and barbecues and outdoor equipment are cleaned of charcoal and ash before packing, because customs inspects them and any residue slows the check.
Pickup areas in Al Ain
We collect from almost every Al Ain district: Al Jimi, Al Muwaiji, Al Towayya, Zakher, Al Hili, Al Maqam, Falaj Hazza, Al Khabisi, Al Mutaredh, Al Jahili, Neima, Al Yahar, Al Foah, the industrial area, and farms and homes on the edge of the city.
Al Ain villas are mostly single or two-storey with wide gates and yards the truck can enter, which makes loading easier than in coastal apartment towers. Some older neighbourhoods have narrow inner streets with trees over the walls, so we send a truck sized for the street. Summers in Al Ain are hot and dry, so we start loading early in the morning and never leave appliances or wood standing in the sun in the yard.
The road route from Al Ain to Jordan
The load leaves Al Ain towards Abu Dhabi, then heads west along the coastal road to the Al Ghuwaifat border, crosses Saudi Arabia in sealed transit without being cleared there, and is cleared at the Al Omari border in Jordan.
- Al Ain → Abu Dhabi road → the western road towards Ruwais and Al Sila.
- Al Ghuwaifat (UAE) then Al Batha (Saudi Arabia), where the transit is sealed.
- Riyadh, then north through Qassim and Al Jouf.
- Al Haditha (Saudi Arabia) then Al Omari (Jordan) and customs clearance.
- From Al Omari to Amman, to Zarqa, Irbid and Mafraq, or south to Karak and Aqaba.
The total distance from Al Ain is close to the Dubai figure, roughly 2,400 to 2,600 km. Paperwork must be complete before the truck leaves, because the load passes the borders of two countries before arrival. Details of the Saudi leg are in our guide to shipping from Al Ain to Saudi Arabia.
Transit times from Al Ain to Jordanian cities
By road, Al Ain to Amman takes about 6 to 9 days door to door including clearance. A shared load leaves when the truck fills, and a full villa usually takes a dedicated truck that leaves on your date.
| Destination | Approx. time | What suits Al Ain shipments |
|---|---|---|
| Amman (Dabouq, Abdoun, Khalda) | 6–9 days | Full villas by dedicated truck, cars in an enclosed carrier |
| Zarqa and Salt | 6–9 days | Family homes and small loads in a shared truck |
| Irbid and Mafraq | 7–10 days | Homes of families returning to the north |
| Madaba and Karak | 7–10 days | Houses and farms, with a date agreed in advance |
| Aqaba | 7–10 days | By road, or by sea for full containers via Aqaba port |
Luxury car shipping from Al Ain to Jordan
We ship luxury cars and SUVs from Al Ain to Jordan in enclosed carriers only, so they are kept away from desert dust, road stones and the summer sun for the whole journey. The car is strapped by the wheels and photographed from every side before loading, and the photos are sent to you on WhatsApp.
What matters most happens before the shipping. Jordan sets conditions on imported cars, and its car taxes are high and vary with engine size and fuel type; on a large-engined luxury car they can be higher than the owner expects. So the team checks the model year, specification, engine and fuel type against Jordan’s current rules before any booking and tells you whether the car is accepted, so you can decide with the facts: ship it, or sell it in the UAE.
- UAE registration in the owner’s name.
- Export certificate and plate cancellation.
- Copy of the owner’s passport.
- The car completely empty of personal belongings.
- If the car is mortgaged to a bank, the lien must be released before the export certificate.
Air freight from Al Ain to Jordan
Air freight from Al Ain to Jordan goes through Abu Dhabi or Dubai airport: we collect the parcel from your home or office in Al Ain, take it to the airport, and it lands at Queen Alia International Airport in Amman, usually 2 to 4 days door to door including clearance. It suits documents, clothes and personal items you need the moment you arrive, and trade samples.
The price is based on actual or volumetric weight, whichever is higher; volumetric weight = length × width × height in cm ÷ 6000. Example: a large 80×50×30 cm suitcase has a volumetric weight of 20 kg. Furniture and large carpets do not suit air, and lithium batteries, liquids and perfumes are restricted. Oud and oud oil are among the perfumes many Al Ain customers ask about, so tell the team before packing.
Road, sea or air: which suits your Al Ain shipment?
| Shipment | Best option | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Full villa to Amman | Road, dedicated truck | Door delivery in about 6–9 days |
| Full villa with a car to Aqaba | Sea, container | Container from Khalifa Port or Jebel Ali, about 2–3 weeks sailing plus clearance |
| Luxury car | Road, enclosed carrier | Full protection and arrival close to the furniture |
| Two suitcases and documents | Air | 2–4 days to Queen Alia airport |
| Heavy commercial goods | Sea or road depending on volume | The team compares cost and time in figures |
For a wider comparison of routes from every emirate, see the main guide to shipping from the UAE to Jordan.
Documents for shipping from Al Ain to Jordan
Personal effects and household furniture
A returning Jordanian who lived abroad for more than 12 months can usually bring in used personal effects once per family with an exemption, with a passport copy, proof that UAE residence has ended (such as the cancelled residence), a detailed contents list and the family book. Foreigners, new items and commercial quantities are dutiable. Our advice to villa owners: new, unused carpets and appliances still sealed in their boxes may be treated as new goods, so list them clearly. The team checks your case before shipping, and customs decides on any exemption.
Commercial goods
A commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin and the Jordanian importer’s details. Goods of UAE origin with a certificate of origin can benefit from the Greater Arab Free Trade Area exemption on customs duty, while general sales tax (16% standard rate) and other fees still apply. Food such as dates, medicines, cosmetics and many electrical products need approvals from the Jordan Food and Drug Administration or the Jordan Standards and Metrology Organization. Jordan Customs processes declarations electronically, so papers that match the load are the key to a quick release.
Cars
Ownership, export certificate and plate cancellation, the owner’s passport and an empty car, with a check of Jordan’s conditions for the car before shipping.
Prohibited and restricted items
- Prohibited: narcotics, weapons and ammunition without permits (including hunting weapons and gear that need a permit), counterfeit goods and gambling equipment.
- Prior permit needed: drones, some medicines and some wireless devices.
- Restricted by air: lithium batteries, liquids and perfumes.
Warning: Desert-trip and hunting gear found in many Al Ain villas, such as night-vision binoculars, two-way radios and drones, must not go into the shipment until the team confirms whether it needs a permit. One such item can hold the truck at Al Omari.
Shipping prices from Al Ain to Jordan
Moving a villa from Al Ain to Amman is priced nothing like an apartment, and the same villa costs differently with a luxury car or a sea container to Aqaba. So we price your shipment:
- Full villa by dedicated truck: send the details on WhatsApp and you will get the price.
- Apartment or small load in a shared truck: send the details on WhatsApp and you will get the price.
- Luxury car in an enclosed carrier: send the details on WhatsApp and you will get the price.
- Sea container to Aqaba: send the details on WhatsApp and you will get the price.
- Air parcels: send the details on WhatsApp and you will get the price.
Photograph the majlis, bedrooms and large carpets, and write the number of rooms, the district in Jordan and the car model if there is one.
What decides the price of your shipment?
| Factor | Effect on the price |
|---|---|
| Villa volume in m³ | Majlis sets, carpets and outdoor seating add volume; dismantling reduces it |
| Dedicated or shared truck | Dedicated for a fixed date and a large load, shared for small volumes |
| Delivery district | Dabouq, Abdoun and Khalda are in Amman; distant cities like Aqaba and Karak add distance |
| Special packing | Crates for chandeliers, mirrors and carved tables, and carpet wraps |
| Car type | Its size, value and carrier type, and Jordan’s rules for it |
| Documents | Exempt personal effects or dutiable, taxed commercial goods |
| Shipping method | Road, sea or air, each priced its own way |
Insurance is optional; ask the team about it if your shipment includes handmade carpets, antiques or a high-value car.
How to ship from Al Ain to Jordan, step by step
- Send photos of the villa or a list of items on WhatsApp, with the district in Jordan and the car model if any.
- The team checks the car against Jordan’s rules, works out the volume and shipping type, and sends the price and document list.
- The team visits the villa or reviews the photos and sets the packing plan: majlis, carpets and delicate pieces.
- Loading day: room-by-room inventory, packing, numbering and a contents list, with a copy for you.
- The truck heads to Al Ghuwaifat, crosses Saudi Arabia in transit to Al Omari, and you get a WhatsApp message at each stage.
- After Jordanian clearance, the team calls the receiver to set the delivery time and check the entrance.
- Delivery, reassembly and laying out the majlis as it was, then checking the pieces against the list.
Delivery to Dabouq and Amman’s large villas
Dabouq
Dabouq is one of west Amman’s districts with many large villas and gardens, and many people returning from Al Ain choose it because it is the closest to the villa life they are used to. Its streets are wider than central Amman, but entrances are often on a slope, and some villas have gates a large truck cannot pass. We ask the receiver about this in advance and, if needed, finish the last stretch with a smaller truck.
A tip for anyone preparing a Dabouq villa before the furniture arrives: decide which room will be the majlis and send the team a simple plan or photos, so the crew can place the seating and carpets straight in position instead of moving them twice.
Abdoun, Khalda and Marj Al Hamam
Abdoun and Khalda have villas and large apartments, and Marj Al Hamam has spacious houses on the edge of the city. The older hillside districts have steep streets and many stairs, and the team confirms access with the receiver in every case.
Amman’s weather on delivery day
People coming from Al Ain’s dry summer are often surprised by Amman’s winter: cold and rain, and sometimes snow. On those days the outer wrap stays on carpets and sofas until they are indoors, and we postpone delivery with you if rain or snow gets heavy. Summer in Jordan is dry and easy for deliveries.
Other cities and the Al Omari border
We also deliver to Zarqa, Salt, Irbid, Mafraq, Jerash, Ajloun, Madaba, Karak and Aqaba. The load is not opened in Saudi Arabia because it is transit, so the first inspection is at Al Omari, and a clear contents list is what speeds up release. If some of your belongings are in Abu Dhabi or Dubai, they can join the same shipment; see our guides to shipping from Abu Dhabi to Jordan and shipping from Dubai to Jordan.
Tips for villa owners before shipping from Al Ain
- Photograph the majlis from several angles before it is taken apart; the photos make it easy to lay out again in Jordan.
- Put valuable carpets on a separate list with their sizes.
- Keep jewellery, original documents and cash with you.
- Do not ship a car before you know its charges in Jordan.
- Clean barbecues and outdoor seating of sand and charcoal the day before loading.
Number the majlis the way a tailor marks a fitted garment: every cushion and mattress with a number and a side. The minutes you spend numbering in Al Ain save hours of guesswork in Amman.
Frequently asked questions about shipping from Al Ain to Jordan
How long does it take to ship a villa from Al Ain to Amman?
About 6 to 9 days by road door to door including clearance; a full villa usually goes in a dedicated truck that leaves on your date. The time is approximate.
How do you move handmade carpets without damage?
We sweep them, roll them along their length without folding, wrap them in fabric inside and plastic outside, and load them flat with nothing heavy on top.
Do you ship luxury cars and SUVs?
Yes, in enclosed carriers, after the team checks the model year, specification, engine and fuel type against Jordan’s rules, because charges there are high and vary from car to car.
Do you deliver to villas in Dabouq?
Yes. We agree the entrance, slope and parking with the receiver in advance, and use a smaller truck for the last stretch if needed.
Is there air freight from Al Ain to Jordan?
Yes, via Abu Dhabi or Dubai airport to Queen Alia airport in about 2 to 4 days, for parcels, documents and light items, not furniture.
Will I pay duty on used villa furniture?
A returning Jordanian who lived abroad for more than 12 months is usually exempt once per family with specific documents; new items and commercial quantities are dutiable. The team checks your case.
Which Al Ain areas do you collect from?
Al Jimi, Al Muwaiji, Al Towayya, Zakher, Al Hili, Al Maqam, Falaj Hazza, Al Khabisi, Al Mutaredh, Al Jahili, Neima, Al Yahar, Al Foah, the industrial area and farms on the city edge.
How do I follow my shipment?
The team sends you a WhatsApp update at loading, entry into Saudi Arabia, arrival at Al Omari, completion of clearance and the delivery appointment.
Your villa is in Al Ain and your next home is in Amman?
Photograph the majlis and rooms, add the district in Jordan, then send the details on WhatsApp and you will get the price.
Our branches: Dubai – Deira, Port Saeed Street, and Sharjah – Industrial Area 18, and we come to Al Ain for collection. You can also fill in the quote request form.
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