If you run a shop in Makkah, or supply one from Sharjah, and you need a shipping company from Sharjah to Makkah that collects from your store and delivers to the shop door, Al Basmah International Shipping loads your goods at our branch in Industrial Area 18 or at your premises and drives them by road through the Al Ghuwaifat and Al Batha crossings, Al Ahsa, Riyadh and Taif to Makkah, in roughly three to five days door to door including clearance. On this route we carry all kinds of shop stock, dates and packaged food (with SFDA requirements checked before loading, not at the border), and cars and minivans in enclosed trailers. We book deliveries for the early morning, before Makkah’s commercial streets fill up, because heavy-truck access to the city centre is restricted.
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For shop owners
- Pickup: Sharjah branch in Industrial Area 18, or your warehouse in the industrial areas, Al Saja’a, Hamriyah or the Sharjah Airport free zone.
- Route: Sharjah → Al Ghuwaifat → Al Batha → Al Ahsa → Riyadh → Taif → Makkah, about 1,900–2,000 km.
- Approximate time: 3–5 days by road including clearance; it can take longer in peak seasons such as Ramadan and Hajj.
- Dates and food: a clear Arabic label and SFDA requirements sorted before shipping, not after the goods reach the border.
- Delivery: early-morning drop-offs to Makkah shops; a smaller truck may handle the last leg inside the city.
- Minivans and cars: enclosed trailer, starting from 4,100 AED.
- Order on WhatsApp 0557643821 at any hour; the team updates you at every stage.
How do goods get from Sharjah to Makkah?
For most shipments the trip is by road from start to finish, with no port and no change of vehicle until the edge of Makkah. The truck leaves Sharjah through Dubai and Abu Dhabi to the Al Ghuwaifat crossing near Al Sila in the far west, which takes four to six hours depending on departure time. After UAE exit formalities it enters Saudi Arabia at Al Batha, where clearance is handled electronically on the Fasah platform, then continues to Al Ahsa and Riyadh, heads west toward the Hijaz through the Taif area, and comes down into Makkah.
What sets Makkah apart from other Saudi cities is not the highway but the last twenty kilometres. Large trucks cannot use every street at every hour, the districts are spread between mountains, and some commercial streets are narrow and busy for most of the day. So we plan the final leg before the truck leaves Sharjah: which district, what time, and whether a smaller dyna is needed.
- Loading in Sharjah: at the branch or your warehouse, with cartons checked against the packing list and photographed before sealing.
- To the border: Sharjah to Al Ghuwaifat in about four to six hours.
- Clearance at Al Batha: through Fasah, using the documents we prepared with you in advance.
- Across the Kingdom: Al Ahsa, Riyadh, then Taif, the longest part of the trip.
- Delivery in Makkah: at an agreed morning time, direct or via a smaller truck inside the city.
Industrial Area 18: drop your goods with us or we come to you
There are two ways to start. You can bring the goods yourself to our Sharjah branch in Industrial Area 18, which suits traders who buy from several suppliers in the market and want everything to leave as one shipment under one name. Or we send a closed dyna to your warehouse or shop and our team loads the cartons or pallets on site.
Either way, we sort the goods before loading: items that fall under SFDA requirements in one group, items needing a SABER certificate in another, and general goods in a third. This sorting can save you a day or more at the border, because the clearance officer finds each product with its paperwork. Small shipments join the shared truck heading to the Hijaz; full loads leave in a dedicated truck on the date you choose. For everything we ship from the emirate to other Saudi cities, see the guide to shipping from Sharjah to Saudi Arabia.
Stock for Makkah shops: what do Sharjah traders send?
Sharjah is a big wholesale market, and Makkah shops sell to residents and visitors all year round, so most of what moves on this route is shop stock in medium quantities that repeat every month or every season. Common loads include:
- Packed dates, gift boxes, nuts and wrapped sweets.
- Packed coffee, cardamom and spices, all of which fall under SFDA food requirements.
- Ready-made clothing, abayas and fabric in bulk.
- Household and kitchen goods and serving ware.
- Bags, gifts, accessories and toys.
- Hotel and restaurant supplies: linen, serving equipment and room fittings.
- Shop shelving, display fridges and till equipment when a new branch opens.
A Makkah shop owner doesn’t just need the goods to reach the city; they need them early enough before peak selling to get them onto the shelves. That is why we always ask when you actually need the stock, not just when you want to ship it, and plan backward from that date.
Shipping dates and packaged food from Sharjah to Makkah
Dates and packaged food travel by road from Sharjah to Makkah without trouble, provided their papers and labels are right before loading. Food is one of the categories most often held at border crossings, and the reason is usually not the product itself but a missing label, an unclear date or an unregistered importer.
SFDA requirements and the product label
Food entering Saudi Arabia is subject to the requirements of the Saudi Food and Drug Authority (SFDA), and the first thing checked is the label on the pack. Before you book, make sure of the following:
- An Arabic label on every retail pack, not only on the outer carton.
- Product name, net weight, ingredients, country of origin and the producer or packer.
- Clear production and expiry dates, with enough shelf life left for the product to be displayed and sold.
- Storage conditions where relevant, such as “store in a cool, dry place”.
- The importer in Makkah holds a commercial registration, and the SFDA requirements for the business and the product are completed before shipping.
Dates of UAE origin with a GCC certificate of origin are exempt from customs duty, though Saudi VAT of 15% applies on import. If the dates were packed in the UAE but grown elsewhere, the origin stated on the certificate is what decides the exemption, so ask your supplier before you buy.
Heat and dates: what handles the road and what doesn’t
Dry packed dates in good cartons handle several days on the road well, as long as they are stacked away from the trailer roof and sun-facing walls with some air gaps between pallets. Fresh rutab, chocolate-filled dates and cream-based sweets are heat-sensitive, and the route crosses areas that pass forty degrees in summer. For those we suggest shipping in the cooler months, or sending a small quantity by air to Jeddah airport and then by road to Makkah.
Ask your supplier for a clear photo of the label on the retail pack before you pay for the goods. If something is missing, repacking in Sharjah costs far less than bringing goods back from the border.
Documents for a commercial shipment from Sharjah to Makkah
Commercial goods need three sets of papers: documents for the goods, conformity documents according to product type, and the consignee’s documents in Saudi Arabia. Clearance is fully electronic through Fasah, and the team reviews the file with you before loading day.
Goods documents
Commercial invoice (certified where required), packing list with carton count and weights, and certificate of origin.
Conformity
SABER certificate for many consumer products, and SFDA requirements for food, cosmetics and medicines.
Consignee in Makkah
A valid commercial registration for the importing business, and correct contact details for receipt.
Duties and tax
Duty exemption for UAE and GCC origin with a GCC certificate of origin; 15% VAT on import.
Someone without a Saudi commercial registration cannot import goods in commercial quantities under their own name. The usual solution is to ship to a registered business, such as the shop that will sell the goods.
Early-morning delivery to Makkah shops, ahead of the rush
The best time to deliver shop stock in Makkah is early morning, before neighbouring shops open and the streets fill with cars and pedestrians. At that hour the truck can stop near the shop door, the crew unloads quickly, and the owner can receive and count the goods without pressure. We agree the time with you a day before arrival, and the driver calls before reaching you.
Why a smaller truck may do the last leg
Heavy-truck access to central Makkah is restricted, so the long trailer that drove from Sharjah cannot always reach every shop door. In that case the goods are transferred on the edge of the city to a smaller dyna that can enter the districts and stop in narrow streets. This transfer is part of the plan and priced from the start, so there is no surprise cost on the last day.
Peak seasons: when to ship and when to avoid
In peak seasons such as Ramadan and the Hajj season, traffic restrictions in Makkah tighten and both the road and deliveries get busier. If your stock is for the season, have it arrive weeks before, not days before. Traders who ship early receive on quiet streets and set up their shops before the pressure starts; those who leave it late may wait for a delivery slot inside the city.
Al Aziziyah and Al Utaybiyah shops
Busy commercial streets during the day; morning delivery is far easier.
Al Zahir, Al Rusaifah and Al Nuzha
Districts with steep, sloping streets; we fix the stopping point with the shop owner in advance.
Al Shawqiyah, Al Kakiyah and Al Naseem
Shops and small stores a medium dyna can usually reach without difficulty.
Al Shara’i and Al Awali
Wider streets on the edge of the city, suited to shops in the newer districts.
Shipping cars and minivans from Sharjah to Makkah
Minivans and cars travel from Sharjah to Makkah in an enclosed trailer, so the vehicle arrives free of dust and sand scratches from the long road. This suits shop owners moving their own delivery van and families taking their car with them. Inside the trailer each wheel is strapped down, the vehicle is covered, and it is photographed from every side before loading.
A minivan is longer and taller than an ordinary car, so we ask for the model and length before booking to choose a trailer that fits. Remember that the vehicle must travel completely empty of personal belongings and stock: no shop cartons, and no loose spare seats inside.
Vehicle papers and the age rule
- Vehicle registration (mulkiya) in the shipper’s name, or with their authorisation.
- Export certificate and plate removal from the RTA or the relevant emirate authority.
- Copy of the owner’s passport and ID.
- A used car must be no more than five years old from its model year, counted back excluding the current year.
- Commercially registered minivans and other special cases are checked with the team before shipping.
What else do we ship from Sharjah to Makkah?
- Furniture and household goods: for families and employees relocating to Makkah, in a shared or dedicated truck.
- Hotel furniture and supplies: beds, linen, kitchen equipment and room fittings.
- Small parcels: a few cartons or product samples, by road or air.
- Equipment: commercial kitchen and shop equipment, small sewing and packing machines.
Families moving a full home to Makkah from any emirate will find furniture and district details in the guide to shipping from the UAE to Makkah.
Pickup areas in Sharjah
We collect from all parts of Sharjah, and most orders on this route come from its commercial and industrial areas:
- Industrial Areas 1 to 18, Al Saja’a and Abu Shagara.
- Hamriyah Free Zone and Sharjah Airport International Free Zone (SAIF Zone).
- Wholesale markets and shops in Rolla, Al Qasimia and Al Majaz.
- Residential areas such as Al Nahda, Al Taawun, Al Khan, Muwaileh and Al Tay.
- Al Dhaid and the inland areas of the emirate, for traders sourcing dates from the farms.
Transit times from Sharjah to Makkah and nearby cities
Road shipping from Sharjah to Makkah takes roughly three to five days door to door including clearance. A shared load may wait a few extra days until the truck is full; a dedicated truck leaves on your date.
| Destination | Approx. road time | Note |
|---|---|---|
| Makkah districts | 3–5 days | Morning delivery; a smaller truck may finish inside the city |
| Makkah in peak seasons | May take longer | Tighter truck restrictions during Ramadan and Hajj |
| Jeddah | 3–5 days | Delivered on the same trip, about 80 km from Makkah |
| Taif | 3–5 days | On the truck’s route before it descends to Makkah |
| Madinah | 3–5 days | Separate trip or part of a shared Hijaz load |
| Riyadh | 2–4 days | On the same road, handy for dropping part of the stock |
| Air freight via Jeddah airport | 1–3 days | Including clearance, then by road to Makkah |
If part of your stock is for a shop in Jeddah, the guide to shipping from Sharjah to Jeddah covers its warehouses and shops; for distribution in the capital see shipping from Sharjah to Riyadh.
Sea freight for large volumes
Sea is an option for traders filling whole containers, not for a few pallets. The container leaves Jebel Ali or Khalifa port for Jeddah Islamic Port, about five to seven days at sea, followed by port handling, clearance and the road leg to Makkah. In total this is usually slower than direct road freight, but it can work out cheaper for very heavy loads. Send us the number of containers and the type of goods on WhatsApp and you’ll get a price to compare road and sea.
Air freight from Sharjah to Makkah via Jeddah airport
Makkah has no cargo airport, so air shipments fly from Sharjah International Airport to King Abdulaziz International Airport in Jeddah and continue about eighty kilometres by road to Makkah. The usual time is one to three days including clearance. It is the right choice for samples a trader wants on display quickly, an item that has sold out before the truck arrives, or a small quantity of rutab and heat-sensitive sweets.
- Suits light, urgent parcels; not large furniture or shop shelving.
- Lithium batteries, liquids and perfumes are restricted on air freight, so they go by road.
- The price depends on both weight and volume, so send the dimensions on WhatsApp to get it.
Packing for Makkah’s heat
Makkah is hot most of the year, and the goods spend days in a trailer crossing the desert, so packing here protects against heat as much as against knocks.
- Double-wall cartons for food and glass, and stretch-wrapped pallets with air gaps between rows.
- Heat-sensitive items in the middle of the load, away from the roof and walls.
- Clothing and fabric in sealed bags inside the cartons to keep dust out.
- Display fridges travel upright and are not switched on in Makkah until they have stood for some hours.
- Shop name and address clearly on every carton, with a serial number matching the packing list.
Prohibited and restricted items
- Prohibited: narcotics, alcohol, pork products, gambling tools and counterfeit goods.
- Weapons and ammunition are not allowed without permits.
- Prior permit needed: drones and some medicines.
- Food and cosmetics without a compliant label will be held at the border.
Warning: Don’t put anything inside the cartons that is not on the packing list, even a small gift. Any mismatch between the list and the contents holds up the whole shipment, not just that carton.
Sharjah to Makkah shipping prices start from
| Service | Starts from |
|---|---|
| Goods and furniture in a shared truck | 90 AED per cubic metre |
| Small parcels by road | 45 AED |
| Sedan on an open carrier | 2,000 AED |
| SUV on an open carrier | 2,750 AED |
| Car or minivan in an enclosed carrier | 4,100 AED |
| Dedicated truck, air freight, containers | Send the details on WhatsApp to get the price |
The final price depends on volume, weight, the delivery district inside Makkah, packing and the documents required. For an accurate figure, send us the packing list or photos of the goods, or request a price here.
What raises or lowers the cost?
- Volume vs weight: light, bulky cartons are charged by volume, so tight packing saves money.
- Shared or dedicated: shared is cheaper for small quantities; dedicated suits a fixed date or a full load.
- The last leg: delivery in central Makkah may need a smaller dyna, adding a local transfer.
- Season: shipping before peak seasons is easier and involves less waiting than shipping during them.
- Packing: pallets, stretch wrap and double-wall cartons add cost but protect the goods.
- Paperwork: a complete file clears on time; delays at the border can add waiting charges.
To keep costs down, consolidate orders from several suppliers into one shipment at Industrial Area 18, set a monthly shipping schedule instead of scattered loads, and get labels right before you buy.
How to ship from Sharjah to Makkah, step by step
- Send the type of goods, the number of cartons or pallets and the shop address in Makkah on WhatsApp.
- The team reviews the paperwork with you: invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, SABER and SFDA requirements.
- You receive the price and date, and choose shared or dedicated.
- Drop the goods at Industrial Area 18 or we collect from your warehouse.
- We pack, number and photograph the cartons, and the truck sets off.
- The team updates you on WhatsApp at the border, at clearance and on arrival in Makkah.
- We agree the morning delivery time, and you receive and count the cartons against the packing list.
Tips and warnings for shop owners
- Book seasonal stock well ahead; restrictions in Makkah tighten as peak season approaches.
- Get an itemised packing list from your supplier before loading, not after.
- Never mix food and cleaning products in one carton.
- Tell us where the truck can stop outside the shop and whether there is a basement or back store.
- Have someone at the shop to receive at the agreed morning time.
If you are shipping to more than one shop in Makkah, give each shop its own colour or code on the cartons, and we will load the truck so the last shop on the round comes off first.
Makkah and the cities we cover on the same trip
We deliver to all Makkah districts, including Al Aziziyah, Al Awali, Al Shawqiyah, Al Naseem, Al Zahir, Al Rusaifah, Al Shara’i, Al Kakiyah, Batha Quraysh, Al Nuzha, Al Utaybiyah, Al Hijrah, Al Adl and Al Iskan. On the same trip we can deliver in Taif before descending to Makkah and in Jeddah after it, and Madinah and Yanbu can be arranged within Hijaz loads. If you also supply the east coast, see shipping from Sharjah to Dammam.
FAQ: shipping from Sharjah to Makkah
How long does shipping from Sharjah to Makkah take?
About three to five days by road door to door including clearance; it can take longer for shared loads or in peak seasons such as Ramadan and Hajj.
Do you ship dates to Makkah shops?
Yes. Packed dates go by road once the Arabic label, SFDA requirements and the importer’s commercial registration are confirmed.
Can the truck reach a shop door in central Makkah?
Heavy-truck access to central Makkah is restricted, so we deliver early in the morning, and a smaller dyna may carry the goods for the final leg to the shop.
Can I combine goods from several suppliers in one shipment?
Yes. Drop them at our Industrial Area 18 branch; we sort them, match them to one packing list and ship them to the same consignee.
Do you ship minivans to Makkah?
Yes, in an enclosed trailer once we confirm the length and height. Vehicle documents apply, and commercially registered minivans are checked with the team before shipping.
What is the fastest way to send a product sample to Makkah?
Air freight from Sharjah airport to Jeddah airport, then by road to Makkah, in one to three days including clearance.
How will I know where my goods are?
The team sends you a WhatsApp update at each stage: loading, the border, clearance and arrival in Makkah.
Are UAE goods exempt from customs duty in Saudi Arabia?
Goods of UAE or GCC origin with a GCC certificate of origin are exempt from customs duty; 15% VAT applies.
Your shop stock from Sharjah to Makkah
Send the type of goods, carton count and shop address on WhatsApp, or use the price request page.
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