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Shipping to Saudi Arabia From the US<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

What do you want to learn?<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Options for Shipping to Saudi Arabia<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\n
How ShipBob Ships to Saudi Arabia<\/strong><\/a><\/div>\n\n\n\nRequest a Quote<\/a>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

Looking to expand your US business into Saudi Arabia? <\/span>Or <\/span>a merchant struggling to make sense of the Middle Eastern nation\u2019s customs and shipping protocols?<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Either way, this blog post should clear up all your questions about shipping to Saudi Arabia from the US.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n


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This guide provides information on how to ship a package from the US to Saudi Arabia, plus tips on how ecommerce brands can better plan international shipping<\/a> logistics with <\/span>ShipBob<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Cost & delivery speeds for shipping to Saudi Arabia from the US<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Some sellers are keen to deliver goods in the fastest way possible, while others are more cost-conscious and flexible when it comes to delivery timelines.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

To make it easier to choose between the many shipping options available, please see below a snapshot of the services offered by the top four couriers.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

W<\/span>e calculated the following rates using each carrier\u2019s pricing calculators for a consistent example of a 2 lbs package in December 2021. Exact prices are subject to change and other factors also weight into pricing, including dimensional weight<\/a>.<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Note: These are general options for consumers shipping orders. To know what ShipBob offers when shipping to other countries like Saudi Arabia, please request a quote <\/b>here<\/b><\/a>.<\/b><\/p>\n\n\n\n

ShipBob\u2019s exact rates for customers will vary as we charge an all-in \u2018total fulfilment cost<\/a>\u2019 that includes picking, packing, and shipping, among other factors. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

<\/td>Service<\/b><\/td>Price*<\/b><\/td>Delivery Time<\/b><\/td><\/tr>
USPS<\/b><\/td>First Class International<\/td>$25.65<\/span><\/td>18-27 business days<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
USPS<\/b><\/td>Priority Mail International<\/span><\/td>$56.76<\/span><\/td>11-21 business days<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
USPS<\/b><\/td>Priority Mail Express International<\/span><\/td>$74.66<\/span><\/td>4-8 business days<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
UPS<\/b><\/td>Worldwide Expedited<\/span><\/td>$40.06<\/span><\/td>2-5 business days<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
UPS<\/strong><\/td>UPS Worldwide Saver<\/span><\/td>$181.60<\/td>3-4 business days<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
FedEx<\/b><\/td>International Economy<\/td>$143.21<\/span><\/td>4-5 business days<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
FedEx<\/b><\/td>International Priority<\/td>$153.41<\/span><\/td>2-3 business days<\/span><\/td><\/tr>
DHL<\/b><\/td>Express Worldwide<\/td>$50.23<\/td>10-15 business days <\/span><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

*USPS prices here reflect flat rate box shipping<\/a> pricing.<\/em><\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

How to choose a shipping carrier<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Whether you are selling apparel, personal care items, or toys \u2014 you need to have a sound shipping strategy<\/a> to Saudi Arabia. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

To make shipping to Saudi Arabia, you have different options from USPS, UPS, DHL, and FedEx. Besides shipping rates and transit times, there are other carrier services you will want to keep in mind \u2013 including reliable order tracking, pick-up options, and more. <\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here is what you must know about each of them:<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Couriers<\/h4><\/td>

Pros<\/h4><\/td>

Cons<\/h4><\/td><\/tr>

USPS<\/span><\/a><\/td>
  • Enjoy flat rate shipping services, which makes sending heavy packages affordable <\/span><\/li>
  • Significant US-wide presence for convenient parcel drop-offs<\/span><\/li>
  • Offers free Saturday deliver<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/td>
  • Delays in delivery and poor handling of shipment can be expected<\/span><\/li>
  • Inaccurate last-mile tracking<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/td><\/tr>
FedEx<\/span><\/a><\/td>
  • Simplifies order management with real-time order tracking<\/span><\/li>
  • Offers free access to customer care agents to address shipping concerns<\/span><\/li>
  • Offers free shipping <\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/td>
  • No free parcel pick-up <\/span><\/li>
  • Fewer offices across the US makes it difficult to drop off parcels<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/td><\/tr>
UPS<\/span><\/a><\/td>
  • Lots of convenient drop-off points across the US <\/span><\/li>
  • Free customs clearance support<\/span><\/li>
  • Reliable last-mile tracking<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/td>
  • More expensive shipping fees along with surcharges and other fees <\/span><\/li>
  • No free pick-up service<\/span><\/li>
  • Charges for Saturday delivery<\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/td><\/tr>
DHL<\/span><\/a><\/td>
  • Good for businesses that wish to ship orders sustainably <\/span><\/li>
  • Insures international shipments <\/span><\/li>
  • No pickup fees levied <\/span><\/li><\/ul><\/td>