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Moving to Saudi Arabia
Are you worried about your Move to Saudi Arabia? Relax for we, International Moving are here to serve you the best International Shipping and moving services. We are the best scratch free car shipping company in USA.
When Moving to Saudi Arabia
International Sea & Air Shipping will provide you the best option that will make your move smooth and hassle free. Some of the major moving criteria includes:
- Have you purchased or rented a home, apartment, or hotel room?
- How easily accessible is your residence?
- On what floor is your new residence located?
- Are you selling property in the United States?
The Cost of Moving to Saudi Arabia
Cost of International Moving from the US to Saudi Arabia by and large depends on the weight and cubic footage of cargo and as well on the distance. International moving and shipping company will also decide cost of your move to Saudi Arabia depending on choice of shipment by air or sea.
To evaluate weight of your belongings, appointing a site inspector will give you an exact estimate and cost of your move to Saudi Arabia. This in turn will help the international mover to offer you the exact cost for the service.
About Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia commonly known as The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Saudi Arabia is one of the most sparsely populated countries in the world and listed as the world's 14th largest state.
In 1932, Abdul-Aziz bin Saud founded The Kingdom of Saudi. The kingdom of Saudi Arabia is also known as "The Land of the Two Holy Mosques" in reference to Mecca and Medina, the two holiest places in Islam.
Saudi Arabia is the 3rd largest country in the Middle East by land area, constituting the bulk of the Arabian Peninsula, and the 3rd largest Arab country. The bordering countries of Saudi Arabia are Iraq, Jordan, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, UAE, and Yemen.
Saudi Arabia has the world's largest oil reserves and is the world's largest oil exporter. Saudi Arabia’s export and import partners are Japan, South Korea, USA, China, India, Taiwan, Singapore, Germany, UK and France.
Custom Regulations for Saudi Arabia :
*NOTE: PLEASE NOTE THAT CUSTOMERS ARE HAVING PROBLEMS CLEARING THE RESTRICTED ITEMS SHOWN BELOW THROUGH CUSTOMS AND SIGNIFICANT LOSS AND DAMAGE HAVE BEEN REPORTED.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
- ALL DOCUMENTS MUST show customers name EXACTLY as it appears on passport. DO NOT use initials or abbreviations for companies (Saudi Government will not accept these invalidating documents)
- Passport (copy) with entry visa
- Residence Permit and Work Permit
- Proof of Employment legalized by Saudi Chamber of Commerce or a Saudi Government Agency
- Certificate of Health, stating customer does not have AIDS
- Inventory, original with description of contents of cartons (PBO - "packed by owner", CU - "contents unknown" and MISC. - "miscellaneous", not acceptable) and purchase receipts for major household good items
- Certificate of Origin (for new items), itemized, with price for each article. (Inventory and Certificate of Origin MUST be legalized by the Saudi Embassy or Consulate and translated into Arabic)
- Original valued inventory for Customs purposes
- Keys for any locked items for customs inspection
- Certificate of Insurance, if applicable
- SASO Certificate of Conformity for all electrical items imported into the country
- Letter of Undertaking authorizing destination agent to perform Customs clearance
- Documents for surface shipments must be received at destination a minimum of seven days prior to arrival of vessel
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
- THE OWNER OF THE GOODS MUST BE IN SAUDI ARABIA AT THE TIME OF CUSTOMS CLEARANCE
- Import of consolidation or groupage shipments are not allowed; heavy penalties will be imposed for violations
- All shipments are inspected and subject to duty, including used household goods and personal effects
- Shipments are valued locally and rates vary depending on the item
- Containers and trailers must have a comprehensive packing list of all contents (in a water-proof envelope) taped to the rear door. (List should show customers full name and address.) Failure to comply will result in heavy fines.
- Shipments arriving in Saudi Arabia without a comprehensive packing list are subject to unloading and full tally at port of discharge
- "Make Mark" information: All goods imported into the country must show the country of origin; i.e. "made in USA", "made in Japan", etc.
- This mark must tally with the legalized documents presented to Customs for clearance of the goods
- Failure to comply with this regulation will prohibit entry of the goods
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Alcohol-containing items, flavoring extracts, cooking wines, wine making kits, books on manufacturing of such drinks or any foods with alcohol, etc.
- Narcotics
- All kinds of medicines
- Medicine MUST be accompanied by doctors prescription and is to be for personal use only
- Radio transmitter/communication equipment (including walkie-talkies, short-wave, VHF, marine, police band equipment, etc.)
- Binoculars or telescopic equipment
- All types of statues
- Objects of human or animal form (statues, figurines, carvings, etc.)
- Games of chance (chess, dice, backgammon, etc.)
- All weapons and firearms (real or ornamental), including guns, ammunition, fireworks, spears and other edged weapons, etc. (owner subject to investigation, fines, and/or imprisonment)
- Pornographic material and literature including fashion magazines with people wearing undergarments or swimsuits
- Politically sensitive material
- All foodstuff
- Stuffed animals
- Articles contrary to Muslim or Saudi Arabian beliefs or morality will not be allowed into the country
- Christmas trees/decorations or any other items (BIBLES) associated with religions other than the Muslim faith
- Military uniforms or equipment of any kind
- Other miscellaneous items (blueprints and designs, artificial pearls, etc.)
- *ALL PRINTED MATTER, BOOKS, PICTURES, RECORDS, FILMS, TAPES, SLIDES, MOVIES, VIDEOS, COMPACT DISCS, COMPUTER SOFTWARE AND DISKETTES, ETC. ARE SUBJECT TO CENSORSHIP AND CONFISCATION (MUST BE PACKED SEPARATELY FOR EASY ACCESS AND CLEARLY MARKED ON THE INVENTORY)
- Such items will be removed from all incoming shipments at the time of Customs clearance and sent to the Ministry of Information for review
- Once censorship has been completed, a separate delivery will be made at an additional charge to the customer
- Cartons containing these articles should be clearly labeled as to contents and must not be mixed with other items
- Any restricted or prohibited items in shipment will cause delays, may be subject to confiscation and may cause possible fines or penalties to customers account.
MOTOR VEHICLES
- Shipments with vehicles in containers are not allowed in Saudi Arabia
- Shippers name should match on all documents (i.e. passport, shipping documents and vehicle ownership)
- One car allowed per family and must be in accordance with Saudi Arabian standards
- Vehicles of model year 1974 or older cannot be imported
- Many other restrictions apply to cars of foreign residents
- The following information must be furnished to the steamship company for all autos going to Saudi Arabia: make, model, year, color, engine and chassis number, license and serial number, weight, dimensions of auto with bumpers, owners address at origin, date car was last registered in the U.S., Customers destination address, including phone contact overseas
- Auto must be registered as soon after clearance as possible
- Documents required:
- Proof of Ownership (Title)
- SASO Certificate
- Legalized Purchase Invoice and Certificate of Origin
- Proof of insurance
- For used cars, Certificate from Interpol, or origin traffic police, showing there is no police case against car
- Copy of Passport and Residence Permit (IQAMA)
- Letter of Saudi sponsor
- Letter of Authorization from consignee to clear car
- Customs Fee Declaration
- Landing Authorization
- Valid Saudi drivers license required for registration
PETS
- Vaccination certificates, health certificate and quarantined in a IATA approved kennel
NOTE - Customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers.Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, International sea & air shipping cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance.Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.
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Motto : There is no God other than Allah and Muhammad is His Prophet
Capital : Riyadh
National Anthem : "As-Salam Al Malaki" ("The Royal Salute")
Geography
Location : Middle East, bordering the Persian Gulf and the Red Sea, north of Yemen
Area : Total : 2,149,690 sq kmLand : 2,149,690 sq km
Water : N/A
Climate : Harsh, dry desert with great temperature extremes
People
Nationality : Saudi(s)
Population : 26,131,703 (July 2011 est.)
Major Cities : RIYADH (capital) 4.725 million; Jiddah 3.234 million; Mecca 1.484 million; Medina 1.104 million; Ad Dammam 902,000 (2009)
Languages : Arabic (official)
Economy
GDP : $622.5 billion (2010 est.)
Exchange Rates : Saudi riyals (SAR) per US dollar - 3.75 (2010), 3.75 (2009), 3.75 (2008), 3.745 (2007), 3.745 (2006)
Transportation
Airports : 217 (2010)
Roadways : Total : 221,372 km
Waterways : N/A
Ports & Terminals : Ad Dammam, Al Jubayl, Jiddah, Yanbu' al Sinaiyah
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