If you are looking for a shipping company from Dubai to Syria because your family has decided to move back home, Al Basmah International Shipping collects your apartment from anywhere in Dubai, packs it, writes the contents list with you, and loads it on a truck that travels by road in transit through Saudi Arabia and Jordan to the Nasib crossing. It reaches Damascus in roughly 8 to 14 days door to door, clearances included. We deliver to Mezzeh, Malki, Kafr Souseh and every part of Damascus and Rural Damascus, then the other governorates. Cars follow their own path, and it only starts once the team confirms your car is accepted under the current Syrian rules. Urgent papers and parcels can fly to Damascus International Airport. Our Dubai branch is in Deira on Port Saeed Street, and orders come in on WhatsApp at +971557643821 around the clock.
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Return arrangements
- Sort the home before booking: what comes with you, what gets sold in Dubai, what gets given away. The sort sets the volume, and the volume sets the price.
- A detailed contents list (Arabic preferred) is the most important paper in a returning family’s shipment; we write it with you, box by box, on packing day.
- Road is the usual way for household goods: roughly 8–14 days to Damascus. Sea takes about 3–4 weeks, and air a few days for parcels.
- SUVs ship only after the team confirms the car is accepted under the current rules; nothing is booked before that.
- Delivery to Mezzeh and Damascus apartment blocks is arranged with the receiver in advance: floor, lift and truck parking.
What do we ship from Dubai to Syria?
Most of what we move from Dubai to Syria is families relocating their homes, but we also ship students’ and single workers’ belongings, commercial goods, cars once their eligibility is confirmed, and urgent parcels by air. The shape of the shipment is set from the start: a full load in a dedicated truck, a share of a groupage truck heading to Syria, or a sea container.
- Complete apartment furniture: bedrooms, sofas, dining tables, kitchen, curtains and carpets.
- Appliances: fridge, washing machine, dismantled air conditioners, TVs. Syria runs on 220 V / 50 Hz like the UAE, so the same appliances work without converters.
- Personal items, clothes, books and toys in numbered boxes and suitcases.
- Family keepsakes: photos, albums, old tableware and gifts that cannot be replaced.
- Commercial goods with an invoice, packing list and certificate of origin.
- Cars, SUVs included, after eligibility is confirmed.
- Documents and small urgent parcels by air freight.
Moving a family home from a Dubai apartment: what to take and what to sell
The hardest decision for most families is not the shipping, it is the sorting. A Dubai apartment is usually furnished for Dubai: fitted wardrobes that stay behind, split AC units that may not suit the house in Damascus, a large sofa bought for a wide living room. Our rule of thumb: work out what each piece costs to ship per cubic metre, compare that with its price and condition back home, and anything cheap, heavy and old is usually better sold in Dubai.
| Item | Usually | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Good wooden bedroom sets and dining sets | Ship | High value; they dismantle and pack safely |
| Newer fridge and washing machine | Ship | Same power supply and costly to replace |
| Large, worn sofa | Sell | Takes a lot of space for little value |
| Light flat-pack furniture assembled several times | Depends on condition | Suffers from repeated dismantling |
| Old mattresses | Leave | Bulky and low value |
| Photos, old tableware, family heirlooms | Ship with extra care | Irreplaceable |
A detailed contents list: how we write it with you
The list is not a formality. It is what gets presented at clearance, and it is your reference at delivery in Damascus to confirm every box has arrived. We number the boxes in sequence and write the room, the actual contents and the quantity against each number, preferably in Arabic. Avoid vague lines such as “miscellaneous” or “household items”; they slow down inspection and invite questions.
| Box no. | Room | Contents | Qty |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Kitchen | China plates, each wrapped separately | 24 pieces |
| 2 | Kitchen | Stainless pots and two frying pans | 7 pieces |
| 14 | Children’s room | Winter clothes and blankets | — |
| 22 | Living room | Books and family photo albums | About 40 books, 6 albums |
| 31 | Bedroom | Dressing-table mirror in a wooden crate | 1 |
At the end of the list we add the large unboxed pieces: the dismantled bed with its number of panels, the wardrobe, the fridge with its model, and carpets by count. These details save real time at the border and at delivery.
Packing family keepsakes
Every returning home has small things worth more than all the furniture: the wedding album, an old Quran, a coffee set handed down from a grandmother, the children’s drawings. We put these in separate heavy-duty boxes, each glass piece wrapped in paper and then bubble wrap, and the box rides upright in a fixed spot in the truck away from heavy items, marked “fragile” and “this side up” in Arabic and English. Official papers, gold, cash and one-of-a-kind photos belong in your hand luggage, not in the truck.
Choosing the right time to move
- Start planning at least two to three weeks before your lease ends, so you still have a few days in Dubai after the furniture leaves to close Ejari and settle the final DEWA bill.
- Many Dubai towers ask for a move-out permit from building management and a service-lift booking; request it early and tell us the permitted slot.
- Demand peaks before the Eid holidays and at the end of the school year, so book packing early.
- If arrival falls in winter, inland Syria is cold and rainy; we wrap wooden furniture and mattresses well in plastic and plan delivery for a suitable day.
- Plan to arrive a few days before the shipment so someone is at home to receive it, open up and sign.
Pickup areas in Dubai
We collect from all over Dubai, from the old districts to the towers and free zones, and our Deira branch on Port Saeed Street is close by if you prefer to drop boxes off yourself.
Deira and Bur Dubai
Al Rigga, Al Muraqqabat, Port Saeed, Karama, Al Mankhool, Al Satwa; narrow streets and limited parking, so we send the right-size truck.
Al Qusais, Al Nahda and Mirdif
Al Qusais, Al Nahda, Muhaisnah, Mirdif, Al Warqa; plenty of family flats, and most loads here are whole homes.
Marina, Jumeirah and Al Barsha
Dubai Marina, JLT, JVC, Al Barsha, Discovery Gardens; usually need a move-out permit and lift booking.
East and south
International City, Dubai Silicon Oasis, Warsan, Dubai South, Al Quoz; more room to load.
Free zones
Jebel Ali Free Zone and Dubai Airport Freezone for commercial goods, with company documents.
The road route from Dubai to Syria
Road is the usual way to move homes and mixed loads from Dubai, a distance of roughly 2,800 to 3,000 km. The truck heads west from Dubai to the Al Ghuwaifat – Al Batha border, crosses Saudi Arabia in sealed transit, then Jordan through Al Omari, also in transit, to the Jaber – Nasib crossing and on to Damascus. If part of your shipment is going to Jordan itself, see our Dubai to Jordan shipping guide, and for Saudi deliveries Dubai to Saudi Arabia shipping.
- Packing and loading in Dubai, and checking the list with you.
- Export formalities and exit at Al Ghuwaifat.
- Sealed transit through Saudi Arabia; the load is opened only if the authorities ask.
- Transit entry into Jordan at Al Omari and exit at Jaber.
- Entry into Syria at Nasib and customs clearance.
- Delivery to Damascus and Rural Damascus, then to the other governorates.
Transit stages table
| Stage | Approx. time | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Packing and loading in Dubai | 1–2 days | Depends on home size and building permit |
| Al Ghuwaifat and Saudi transit | Roughly 2–4 days | Sealed transit, complete documents |
| Jordan transit to Jaber | Roughly 1–2 days | Transit |
| Nasib and Syrian clearance | Roughly 1–3 days | Depends on a complete list and papers |
| Delivery within Damascus | About a day | May need a smaller truck for narrow lanes |
| Total to Damascus | Roughly 8–14 days | Distant governorates may add days |
At every stage the team sends you an update on WhatsApp: when the truck leaves Dubai, when it clears each border, when clearance starts, and when it is close to your door.
The three ways to ship from Dubai to Syria
Not every shipment suits a truck. The team recommends the method at booking once it knows what you are shipping, how big it is and when you need it.
| Method | Approx. time | Best for | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Road | Roughly 8–14 days to Damascus | Household goods and mixed loads | Transit through several countries; needs complete papers |
| Sea | About 3–4 weeks with clearance | Full containers and heavy commercial cargo | Jebel Ali to Latakia or Tartus via the Red Sea and Suez Canal |
| Air | A few days door to door | Urgent parcels and documents | Not for furniture; priced on actual or volumetric weight, whichever is higher |
Air freight from Dubai to Syria
Air freight from Dubai to Syria suits whatever cannot wait: official documents, permitted medicines with a prescription, small spare parts, clothes for the first week after arrival, or a gift for an occasion. Parcels leave Dubai’s airports for Damascus International Airport (Aleppo also has an international airport) and usually arrive within a few days door to door, clearance included.
Air rates are based on actual weight or volumetric weight, whichever is higher. Volumetric weight = length × width × height in cm ÷ 6000. For example, a 60×50×40 cm box has a volumetric weight of 20 kg, so if it actually weighs 12 kg you pay for 20. That is why we help you pick a box that fits the contents rather than a bigger one.
- Lithium batteries, liquids and perfumes are restricted on air freight; we tell you what is accepted and how to pack it.
- Furniture and large appliances do not fly; they go by truck or container.
- A small air parcel can carry your essentials while the furniture follows by road.
Car shipping from Dubai to Syria: SUVs once eligibility is confirmed
Many families in Dubai own an SUV and want to take it with them. Syria’s car-import rules change from time to time and usually involve conditions on the model year, the type of car and the owner’s status, so we do not quote fixed conditions or fees here. What we do: you send us the registration card, the make and the year on WhatsApp, the team checks the current rules for your case, and booking only starts once it is confirmed the car will be accepted.
Once confirmed, the car travels in a covered, enclosed carrier that protects it from dust and stones along the road, or in a sea container if it is a full shipment. The car must be empty of personal belongings: no boxes in the boot and no bags on the seats.
- Registration (ownership) in the owner’s name.
- UAE export certificate and plate cancellation.
- Copy of the owner’s passport.
- Photos of the car from every side before loading, which we send you on WhatsApp.
- Low fuel, and loose accessories removed.
Warning: Do not cancel your plates, sell the car or drop its insurance until the team confirms it is accepted for import under the current rules. The decision comes first, then the paperwork.
Packing before shipping
The road from Dubai to Damascus is long, with desert heat and then the cooler north, and the load is inspected at more than one border. Our packing is designed to handle heat, vibration and boxes being opened and closed again.
- Double-wall boxes for tableware and books, and wardrobe boxes for suits and dresses.
- Beds and wardrobes dismantled, with screws in numbered bags taped to the same piece.
- Wooden furniture wrapped in blankets and then stretch film, with cardboard corner guards.
- Glass, mirrors and paintings in wooden crates; export timber is treated to the ISPM 15 standard where needed.
- Fridge emptied and dried a day ahead, washing-machine drum secured.
- A numbered label on every piece that matches its line in the list.
Documents needed to ship from Dubai to Syria
Syria’s rules on returning citizens’ personal effects and the related fees change from time to time, so we do not state exemptions or rates. The team checks the current rules for your case before booking and tells you what is needed.
Personal effects and household goods
- Passport copy.
- A detailed contents list, preferably in Arabic.
- Receiver’s name, phone number and address in Syria.
Commercial goods
- Commercial invoice.
- Packing list.
- Certificate of origin; Arab-origin goods may benefit from GAFTA, the Greater Arab Free Trade Area.
- Importer’s details in Syria.
Cars
- Ownership.
- UAE export certificate and plate cancellation.
- Owner’s passport.
- Car empty of belongings, all of this only after the team confirms it is accepted.
Prohibited and restricted items
- Prohibited: narcotics, weapons and ammunition, counterfeit goods, gambling equipment.
- Need a prior permit or restricted: drones, satellite and wireless communication devices, and some medicines.
- Batteries, lithium especially, have special transport rules.
- If you are unsure about an item, ask before packing; pulling it out at the border delays the whole load.
Shipping prices from Dubai to Syria
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No fixed published prices exist for this route, because every home is different. The clearest way: send the details on WhatsApp and you get the price. Photograph the rooms, or list the large items and the rough number of boxes, mention your area in Dubai and the neighbourhood in Syria, and the team replies with the price and the suggested method. You can also fill in our quote request form.
What decides the price?
| Factor | How it affects the price |
|---|---|
| Method | Road for homes, sea for full containers, and air costs far more per kilo |
| Volume | Measured in cubic metres; a good sort before booking lowers the cost |
| Shared or dedicated truck | Groupage is cheaper for medium loads; a dedicated truck schedules faster for a whole home |
| Governorate and access | Damascus is nearer than the north-east; narrow lanes may need a smaller truck and hand carrying |
| Packing | Full packing and wooden crates differ from loading ready boxes |
| Documents | Personal effects are simpler than commercial goods and cars |
You can also ask the team about optional insurance for the shipment.
How to ship from Dubai to Syria, step by step
- Message us on WhatsApp at +971557643821 with photos of the home or a list of items, your area in Dubai and the address in Syria.
- The team checks the current rules for your case, recommends the method, and you get the price.
- We fix the packing date once you have booked the service lift and the building’s move-out permit.
- The team packs, writes the list with you and numbers the boxes, and you sign the list.
- The truck sets off, and you get WhatsApp updates at each stage.
- Clearance in Syria, then delivery is arranged with the receiver.
- Delivery, basic bed reassembly, and checking the boxes against the list.
Delivery to Mezzeh, all of Damascus and the other governorates
Most returning families from Dubai ship to apartments in Damascus: the residential blocks of Mezzeh, Malki and Abu Rummaneh, Kafr Souseh, Dummar and Al Midan. For these buildings we agree with the receiver before arrival on the floor, whether there is a working lift, where the truck can stop, and whether the building needs the neighbours’ or the caretaker’s go-ahead. In old neighbourhoods such as Bab Touma and Rukn Al Din the lanes are narrow and the stairs many, so we usually transfer the load to a smaller truck and finish by hand.
| Area | Approx. extra time after Damascus | Delivery notes |
|---|---|---|
| Damascus and Rural Damascus (Jaramana, Sahnaya, Qudsaya, Al Tal, Douma) | Within the arrival time | Apartment blocks; we arrange lift and parking |
| Homs and Hama | About a day | Family houses, usually wider entrances |
| Aleppo | Roughly 1–2 days | Old quarters need a smaller truck |
| Latakia and Tartus | Roughly 1–2 days, or direct by sea | Humid coast, so wood is packed tighter |
| Daraa and Sweida | Close to Nasib | Sometimes delivered directly before Damascus |
| North-east (Deir ez-Zor, Raqqa, Hasakah, Qamishli) | Several extra days | Long distances; we fix the appointment in advance |
Weather is part of the plan: winter in Damascus and inland is cold and rainy, so mattresses and sofas are wrapped in plastic and we avoid unloading in the rain, while the coast is humid, so wood and appliances are protected from moisture. If a relative lives in another governorate, part of the shipment can be routed to them. To compare options from every emirate see the main UAE to Syria shipping guide, and if you live near the Sharjah border, Sharjah to Syria shipping may suit you better.
Tips and warnings before you ship
Photograph every room before and after packing, and keep a copy of the signed list on your phone; at delivery in Damascus you match the numbers in minutes instead of hours.
- Never put gold, cash or passports inside boxes.
- Never write “miscellaneous” on a box.
- Tell us in advance about very heavy items such as a steel safe or a piano.
- Give the team a second receiver’s number in Syria as a backup.
- Do not ship perishable food or flammable liquids.
Frequently asked questions about shipping from Dubai to Syria
How long does shipping from Dubai to Syria take?
By road roughly 8 to 14 days to Damascus door to door including clearance, by sea about 3 to 4 weeks, and by air a few days for parcels. Distant governorates may need extra days.
Do you move a complete apartment from Dubai to Damascus?
Yes. We collect from the apartment, dismantle, pack and write the list, and deliver to the apartment in Damascus or Rural Damascus with basic bed reassembly.
Can I ship an SUV from Dubai to Syria?
Yes, once the team has checked the current Syrian rules for your car’s type, model year and your case. We do not book or ask you to cancel the plates before that confirmation.
What papers do returning families need?
Usually a passport copy, a detailed contents list in Arabic and the receiver’s details. The team checks the current rules for your case before booking.
How will I know where my shipment is?
The team sends you a WhatsApp update at each stage: leaving Dubai, crossing the borders, clearance, and nearing the address.
Do you collect from the Marina and other towers?
Yes. We need the building’s move-out permit and a service-lift booking for the packing day.
Do you ship small quantities from Dubai to Syria?
Yes. A few boxes join a groupage truck heading to Syria, and urgent parcels go by air.
How do I get the price?
Send the details on WhatsApp and you get the price once the team knows the volume, the areas and the method.
Ready to go home? Arrange your Dubai shipment today
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