Saudi Arabia to United Arab Emirates Border Taxi

Al Batha (Ghweifat on the UAE side) is the main land crossing between Saudi Arabia's Eastern Province and the United Arab Emirates, on the route toward Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Our private transfer drives you from Dammam, Khobar, Hofuf, or Riyadh to the crossing with comfortable vehicles and planned rest stops. We usually drop at the crossing, with onward UAE transport arranged separately.

It's a long route, and Al Batha is one of the busier Gulf land crossings, so timing your trip well makes a real difference.

You'll need a valid passport and the appropriate UAE entry permission — many nationalities are eligible for a UAE visa on arrival or an eVisa, while GCC citizens and residents follow separate rules. Requirements vary by nationality and change, so verify current UAE entry and visa rules with official sources before you travel.

Saudi residents should carry their Iqama with their passport, and have documents ready for exit and entry checks.

Customs checks apply on both sides, with restrictions on alcohol and certain goods — check current allowances. Al Batha can be busy, and waiting times vary with traffic and the number of travellers, particularly around weekends and holidays. Crossing procedures and hours can change, so confirm the latest information before you travel.

We prepare the vehicle for the long drive and plan fuel and rest stops along the way.

We collect from Dammam, Khobar, Hofuf, and Riyadh — see our Dammam and Khobar taxi services, or arrive first via Dammam airport transfer. For a shorter Gulf hop, compare our Bahrain Causeway transfer.

For very long journeys, many travellers ultimately find flying quicker; a private car is ideal when you prefer door-to-crossing comfort or are carrying significant luggage. Always confirm current cross-border rules before setting out.