If you are looking for a shipping company from Ras Al Khaimah to Makkah, Al Basmah International Shipping collects your china sets, crystal, glassware and glass-fronted display cabinets from your home in Ras Al Khaimah, packs them piece by piece for a road of more than 2,000 km, and delivers them to your family home in Makkah in about 3 to 5 days, clearance included. Your hatchback can travel with them in an enclosed trailer. Send photos of the pieces and your Makkah address on WhatsApp +971557643821 at any hour and you will get the price.
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On long hauls, breakage rarely comes from an accident. It comes from the quiet kilometres: hours of steady vibration, a thin layer of wrapping rubbing against the next piece, heat softening the tape until a box opens. The Ras Al Khaimah to Makkah road has all of it. It starts at the northern tip of the UAE, crosses the desert to Riyadh, climbs toward the Taif highlands and then drops into Makkah. At the end the load often moves onto a smaller truck to reach the districts, so your boxes are loaded and unloaded twice. This guide is for anyone who wants their fragile pieces to arrive the way they left.
For fragile pieces
- Every glass or china piece is wrapped on its own, placed in a box with cardboard dividers, and the gaps are filled so nothing moves.
- Display cabinets are emptied completely; their glass doors and shelves come off and each panel is packed between two sheets of heavy board.
- Fragile boxes ride high and in the middle of the truck, away from the doors, with nothing heavy on top.
- Heavy trucks have restricted access to central Makkah, tighter in peak seasons such as Ramadan and Hajj, so we arrange a smaller truck for the last leg when needed.
- Hatchbacks travel in an enclosed trailer starting from AED 4,100, and the team updates you on WhatsApp at each stage.
Distance
More than 2,000 km from Ras Al Khaimah to Makkah, about 5–6 hours of it inside the UAE before the border.
Transit time
About 3–5 days door to door by land; a shared load may wait a few days to fill.
Starts from
AED 90 per cubic metre in a shared truck, and AED 45 for a small parcel by land.
Last leg in Makkah
A smaller truck enters the district when needed, on a time agreed with the receiver.
Why do glass pieces need their own plan on the Ras Al Khaimah – Makkah road?
Because this route exposes a load to the three things that break glass and china: long vibration, heat swings and repeated handling. The road runs through almost every emirate, from Ras Al Khaimah via Dubai and Abu Dhabi to the Al Ghuwaifat crossing and Al Batha, then to Al Ahsa and Riyadh, then west toward the Hijaz through the Taif area to Makkah. Days on the road mean thousands of small shocks, and those are what move a piece inside its box if it is not held in place.
The desert and Makkah itself are hot most of the year, and it is hotter inside a closed truck. Cheap tape softens, glue in some ornaments weakens, and wax and old photographs suffer. On top of that, restricted truck access to central Makkah can mean moving the boxes onto a smaller truck before delivery. None of this stops the move, but it calls for packing and loading that differ from an ordinary furniture move, which is what the next sections explain.
If you are heading to another city, the Ras Al Khaimah to Saudi Arabia guide covers the whole Kingdom, and the UAE to Makkah guide explains the route from every emirate.
What do we ship from Ras Al Khaimah to Makkah?
We ship complete households or part of them, cars, goods for shops and hotels, and small parcels. Most of what we see on this route belongs to families relocating to Makkah or employees taking up a job there, and it usually includes things of sentimental value that cannot simply be bought again.
- Fragile items: china and coffee-cup sets, crystal, glassware, chandeliers, mirrors, ceramic ornaments, glazed picture frames.
- Furniture: glass-fronted display cabinets, bedrooms, majlis seating, dining tables with glass or marble tops.
- Appliances: fridges, washing machines and screens, emptied, dried and with moving parts secured.
- Cars: hatchbacks, sedans and SUVs, on an open carrier or in an enclosed trailer.
- Commercial goods: hotel and hospitality supplies, kitchenware, shop stock, and dates and food once SFDA requirements are met.
- Parcels and equipment: small boxes from AED 45 by land, and light to medium equipment for workshops and shops.
Packing glass, china and crystal: how we work piece by piece
The short answer: each piece is wrapped alone, placed in a fragile box divided with cardboard partitions, the gaps are filled so it cannot shift, and the box is marked with its contents and which way is up. Here is what that looks like in your home on loading day:
China sets, cups and plates
Each plate is wrapped in soft packing paper and stood on its edge like files, not stacked flat, because a plate on edge takes pressure far better. Cups and mugs are wrapped and stuffed with paper inside, with an extra layer around the handles. Lids come off teapots and dallah pots and are wrapped separately, and lid and pot get the same number so they do not get mixed up.
Crystal and chandeliers
A crystal glass gets two layers and its own cell in a divided box. Chandelier drops are removed before the move and bagged in small numbered bags, while the frame is wrapped on its own in bubble wrap. If a chandelier was not designed to come apart, we photograph it before packing and secure it in a wooden crate.
Glass-fronted display cabinets
This is the piece we most often see damaged when it is shipped full. The cabinet is emptied completely, the front glass and glass shelves are removed, and each panel goes between two sheets of heavy board before travelling upright in a fixed spot in the truck. The cabinet body is wrapped in blankets and film, and its keys, hinges and screws go in a bag labelled with the piece’s name.
Mirrors, framed glass and glass table tops
Tape goes across the mirror in an X so it holds the shards if it ever cracks, corners get cardboard protectors, and the mirror is wrapped and placed in a flat box. A glass dining-table top travels standing, never flat, and a large one gets a wooden crate made to size.
Once everything is packed, we arrange the load so the fragile boxes sit in the right place: heavy furniture and appliances low and along the sides, boxes marked “fragile” in the middle and on the top layer, away from the doors that open at every inspection or transfer. We use heat-resistant tape, because ordinary tape can soften in a closed truck under the road sun.
Where do we collect from in Ras Al Khaimah?
We collect from anywhere in the emirate, from the city to its northern and mountain edges. The areas we most often load Makkah shipments from:
- In the city: Al Nakheel, Al Dhait, Khuzam, Al Mamourah, Julphar, Al Mairid and Al Digdagga.
- Coast and communities: Al Hamra Village, Mina Al Arab, Al Marjan Island, Al Jazirah Al Hamra.
- The north: Al Rams, Shaam, Al Qusaidat, Shamal.
- Economic and industrial zones: RAKEZ and the Al Hamra industrial zone for commercial goods.
In gated communities and towers we need the truck access permit from you and a lift booking where there is one, and we arrive early in the morning so the fragile packing is done before the midday heat. A home with two display cabinets and a full china set usually takes longer to pack than a bigger home with no glassware, so tell us how many of these pieces you have when you send the photos.
The road from Ras Al Khaimah to Makkah, stage by stage
The truck crosses the UAE from north to west and then the Kingdom from east to west. We split the trip into stages, and the team messages you on WhatsApp as each one ends:
- Loading in Ras Al Khaimah: dismantling, packing and loading in the morning, then south on the highways.
- To Al Ghuwaifat: about 5–6 hours of driving via Abu Dhabi and the Western Region road near Al Sila.
- Al Ghuwaifat, then Al Batha: UAE export formalities, then electronic clearance through Fasah at Al Batha.
- Al Ahsa, then Riyadh: the first long stretch inside the Kingdom, via Hofuf.
- West to the Hijaz: from Riyadh across the central plains to the Taif area, then down to Makkah.
- Delivery in Makkah: by the same truck where the district and timing allow, or by a smaller truck for the last leg.
Dubai to Makkah is roughly 1,900–2,000 km, and Ras Al Khaimah adds the drive to Dubai, so the whole road is over 2,000 km. If you stop in the capital first, see the Ras Al Khaimah to Riyadh guide.
How long does a shipment from Ras Al Khaimah to Makkah take?
About 3 to 5 days by land, door to door and clearance included, in a dedicated truck that leaves on your date. A shared load costs less but may wait a few extra days until the truck is full. The figures below are approximate and depend on border traffic, complete paperwork and delivery windows in Makkah:
| Destination | Approx. land transit | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Makkah districts: Al Aziziyah, Al Awali, Al Shawqiyah, Al Naseem, Al Zahir | 3–5 days | Last leg may use a smaller truck |
| Outer Makkah: Al Shara’i, Al Rusaifah, Al Utaybiyah, Al Hijrah | 3–5 days | Usually easier truck access |
| Taif | 3–5 days | On the road before Makkah |
| Jeddah | 3–5 days | About 80 km from Makkah |
| Madinah and Yanbu | 3–5 days | Same western trip |
| Riyadh and Al Kharj | 2–4 days | Midway stop |
| Dammam, Khobar and Al Ahsa | 2–3 days | Closest to the border |
| Air freight to Jeddah, then Makkah | 1–3 days | Light, urgent shipments |
Truck access to Makkah and peak seasons
Heavy trucks have restricted hours and routes into central Makkah, and the restrictions tighten in peak seasons such as Ramadan and Hajj. So we do not promise that the big truck loaded in Ras Al Khaimah will stop at your door in every case. What we do is check your district in advance and decide whether the same truck can reach it or whether a smaller one, such as a closed dyna, should carry the load for the last leg.
That transfer matters directly for fragile pieces, which is why this guide dwells on it: the boxes are unloaded and reloaded one extra time. We plan for it from loading day in Ras Al Khaimah, grouping fragile boxes together and marking them clearly so they are carried by hand, never thrown, and loading them last on the small truck so they are the first off at your door.
If your moving date is flexible, choose a time outside peak seasons such as Ramadan and Hajj. Roads are lighter, delivery slots are easier to arrange, and the shipment does not wait on the edge of the city.
Delivery to family homes in Makkah: Al Shawqiyah, Al Awali and Al Aziziyah
We deliver to houses, villas and apartments across Makkah, including Al Shawqiyah, Al Awali, Al Aziziyah, Al Naseem, Al Zahir, Al Adl, Al Iskan, Batha Quraysh, Al Nuzha and Al Kakiyah. Some of these districts sit on hillsides with narrow or steep streets, and some homes have long outside staircases. Before arrival we ask for the location pin, a photo of the entrance and street, whether there is a lift, and which floor the cabinets go to.
On arrival we take in the fragile boxes before the furniture and place them in a room the family chooses, away from the workers’ path. Then we reassemble the display cabinets and refit their glass and shelves, and if you wish we open the china and crystal boxes in front of you so you can check them before we leave. Do not leave fragile boxes on a balcony or roof while you sort the house; the Makkah sun is hard on photos, wax and the glue in ornaments.
Shipping hatchbacks from Ras Al Khaimah to Makkah in enclosed trailers
A hatchback is small and light, and many owners choose an enclosed trailer for it because it shields the paint and the large rear glass from dust and flying gravel along the way, especially over a distance this long. An enclosed carrier starts from AED 4,100; an open multi-car carrier starts from AED 2,000 for a sedan or hatchback and AED 2,750 for an SUV.
- The car is handed over empty of personal belongings, so no china boxes or other items inside it.
- We record its condition in photos before loading and strap the wheels inside the trailer.
- A used car must be no more than 5 years old from its model year; special cases are checked with the team before shipping.
- The export certificate and plate removal are completed with the emirate’s vehicle licensing authority before loading day.
- In Makkah we hand it over at an agreed spot the carrier can reach, since large carriers face the same access limits.
Commercial goods and hotel supplies to Makkah
Hotels and hospitality businesses in Makkah often order glass and porcelain tableware, serving sets, kitchen equipment and furnishings from the UAE. These goods are as fragile as household items but come in quantity, so we ship them in their original cartons stacked on pallets and stretch-wrapped, with the carton count and contents marked on each pallet. The receiver in Makkah needs a commercial registration, consumer products may need a SABER certificate, and dates and food need SFDA requirements.
Delivery to a hotel or warehouse in Makkah is booked with the site management for a time that fits truck access hours, and for full loads we prefer warehouses on the edge of the city. Send the documents before shipping so they can be reviewed, because a small gap in the invoice or certificate of origin can hold the truck at Al Batha.
Sea freight: when does it suit a Makkah shipment?
Sea suits full commercial containers, rarely household goods. A container leaves Jebel Ali or Khalifa port for Jeddah Islamic Port in about 5–7 days of sailing, plus port handling and clearance, plus about 80 km by road from Jeddah to Makkah. For household goods and fragile pieces, land is faster and involves fewer transfers, because the boxes are not moved between truck, port and container. Ask for a container price on WhatsApp with the cargo details.
Air freight from Ras Al Khaimah to Makkah via Jeddah airport
Makkah has no cargo airport, so urgent air freight lands at King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah and continues to Makkah by road. It leaves from Dubai, Sharjah or Abu Dhabi airport and usually takes 1 to 3 days including clearance. Air suits light parcels: papers, clothes, a small ornament you need quickly, spare parts. It does not suit furniture or display cabinets.
If you want to fly a valuable crystal or porcelain piece, we pack it double-boxed: a padded inner box inside a larger outer box with a layer of cushioning between them. Lithium batteries, liquids and perfumes are restricted on air freight. Ask for the air price on WhatsApp once you have the weight and dimensions.
Documents for shipping from Ras Al Khaimah to Makkah
Saudi customs clearance is electronic through the Fasah platform, and having papers ready before loading is what saves time at Al Batha.
Used personal effects for someone moving to the Kingdom
- A copy of the owner’s passport and Saudi ID, iqama or residence visa.
- A detailed contents list in Arabic or English, box by box. We help you write it on packing day.
- The items must be used personal effects; new items in commercial quantities are dutiable.
Commercial goods
- Commercial invoice (certified when required), packing list and certificate of origin.
- Goods of UAE origin with a GCC certificate of origin are exempt from customs duty; 15% Saudi VAT applies on imports.
- A commercial registration for the receiver in Saudi Arabia, a SABER certificate for many consumer products, and SFDA requirements for food, cosmetics and medicines.
Cars
- Vehicle registration, plus the export certificate and plate removal from the emirate’s licensing authority.
- Owner’s passport or ID.
- A used car no older than 5 years from its model year, shipped empty.
Prohibited and restricted items
We do not ship narcotics, alcohol, pork products, weapons or ammunition without permits, counterfeit goods or gambling equipment. Drones and some medicines need prior permits. If you are unsure about something among your belongings, ask the team on WhatsApp before packing, not after.
Shipping prices from Ras Al Khaimah to Makkah start from
These are starting prices; the final price depends on volume, weight, the delivery spot in Makkah, the packing needed and the documents:
| Service | Starts from |
|---|---|
| Household goods and furniture in a shared truck | AED 90 per cubic metre |
| Small parcel by land | AED 45 |
| Sedan or hatchback on an open carrier | AED 2,000 |
| SUV on an open carrier | AED 2,750 |
| Car in an enclosed trailer | AED 4,100 |
| Dedicated truck, air freight, containers | Ask for the price on WhatsApp with the details |
Send your details on WhatsApp to get your price, or use the quote page.
What decides the final cost?
- Volume in cubic metres: a dismantled cabinet takes less space than an assembled one, and well-packed boxes save room.
- Special packing: divided boxes and wooden crates for mirrors and chandeliers are counted by number.
- Truck type: shared costs less; dedicated is faster and leaves on your date.
- Delivery spot: a district that needs a smaller truck for the last leg, or an upper floor with no lift.
- Season: peak seasons in Makkah can delay or reshape the delivery slot.
- Documents: commercial goods that need extra certificates.
How to ship with us from Ras Al Khaimah to Makkah
- Send photos on WhatsApp, especially of glassware and display cabinets, with your Ras Al Khaimah address and your Makkah district.
- We estimate the volume and truck type with you, and you get the price.
- We agree the loading day and send you the list of documents needed.
- The team arrives with packing materials, dismantles, packs and writes the contents list with you.
- The truck leaves, and you get a message at the border, on entering the Kingdom and near Makkah.
- We arrange the delivery time and how the last leg reaches your district.
- We deliver, reassemble the furniture, and open the fragile boxes in front of you if you wish.
Warnings before shipping fragile pieces to Makkah
Warning: Never ship a display cabinet with the china or crystal still inside, even if each piece is wrapped. The weight of a full cabinet breaks its front glass at the first bump, and the pieces inside shift and hit each other.
- Photograph valuable pieces before packing; the photos help you check everything on arrival.
- Label boxes with the room name in the Makkah home, not the Ras Al Khaimah one, so the crew places them straight away.
- Do not wrap light-coloured china in newspaper; the ink can transfer in the heat. Plain white packing paper is better.
- Keep jewellery, cash and official papers with you, not in the shipment.
- If you have a family heirloom that cannot be replaced, tell us so we build a wooden crate to its size.
Makkah and around: Taif, Jeddah and Madinah on the same trip
Taif is on the road before Makkah, Jeddah is about 80 km away, and Madinah is on the same western line. So one shipment can be split between Makkah and Taif, or between a home in Makkah and relatives in Jeddah. If Jeddah is your first stop, see the Ras Al Khaimah to Jeddah guide; if you are moving to the Eastern Province, see the Ras Al Khaimah to Dammam guide. We also ship to the rest of the Kingdom, including Riyadh, Qassim, Hail, Tabuk, Abha, Khamis Mushait, Jazan and Najran.
Frequently asked questions
How long does shipping from Ras Al Khaimah to Makkah take?
About 3 to 5 days by land, door to door and clearance included, in a dedicated truck; a shared load may need a few extra days to fill.
Do you make sure china and crystal arrive unbroken?
We wrap each piece alone in divided boxes, load them on top of the load, and open them with you on delivery if you wish. Tell us in advance about pieces of special value so we can crate them.
Can I leave the dishes inside the display cabinet?
No. The cabinet is emptied, its glass and shelves removed, and the dishes packed in separate boxes; we reassemble everything in Makkah.
Will the truck reach my door in Makkah?
It depends on the district and timing, because heavy trucks have restricted access to central Makkah, tighter in peak seasons such as Ramadan and Hajj. If the big truck cannot reach you, a smaller truck completes the last leg.
How much does it cost to ship a hatchback from Ras Al Khaimah to Makkah?
From AED 2,000 on an open carrier and from AED 4,100 in an enclosed trailer. The final price depends on the car, the documents and the delivery spot.
Is there air freight to Makkah?
Air freight lands at King Abdulaziz Airport in Jeddah, since Makkah has no cargo airport, and then goes by road to Makkah, in about 1 to 3 days with clearance.
What documents do I need to move my household goods?
A copy of your passport and Saudi ID, iqama or residence visa, a detailed contents list in Arabic or English, and the items must be used.
How do I know where my shipment is?
The team messages you on WhatsApp at loading, at the border, on entering the Kingdom and before arriving in Makkah.
Moving your home and treasured pieces from Ras Al Khaimah to Makkah?
Send photos of your display cabinets and china sets with your Makkah address, and we will plan the packing, the loading day and delivery into your district.
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