Short answer: volumetric weight in air freight with BASMA Global = length × width × height (cm) ÷ 5000. The greater of the actual scale weight and the volumetric weight is charged, rounded to the nearest 0.5 kg up to 20 kg.
| Box (cm) | Calculation | Volumetric | If actual is | Charged | Price to Saudi Arabia |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30×25×20 | 15,000 ÷ 5000 | 3 kg | 1 kg | 3 kg | $27.90 |
| 50×40×30 | 60,000 ÷ 5000 | 12 kg | 10 kg | 12 kg | $65.70 |
| 50×40×30 | 60,000 ÷ 5000 | 12 kg | 15 kg | 15 kg | $78.30 |
| 60×50×50 | 150,000 ÷ 5000 | 30 kg | 22 kg | 30 kg | $135 |
It is the divisor we apply in our air freight and publish in the price table. When comparing companies ask which divisor they use; a company that never mentions volumetric weight is a warning sign.
No; send approximate weight and dimensions, we weigh and measure at pickup and confirm before shipping.
Up to 20 kg. Above 20 kg the price is per kilogram.
Yes, compact packing lowers volumetric weight; our packing service is available as a separate quote.
Source: BASMA Global published price table (27 September 2026) · reviewed 24 October 2026 · customs reference: Zakat, Tax and Customs Authority (Saudi Arabia).
