Where can I donate books in Riyadh?

Kitaaby offers free home pickup for book donations anywhere in Riyadh. Simply request a pickup on our website, and we will come to your home to collect your books.

How do I give away used books in Riyadh?

You can give away your used books through Kitaaby. We pick up books from your home for free, inspect them, and list them on our store where families can order them — many for free.

Is there free book pickup in Riyadh?

Yes! Your first pickup with Kitaaby is completely free (limited-time offer, until August 31, 2026). After that, a small pickup fee covers the courier cost. Voucher codes are also available.

Can I donate school textbooks in Riyadh?

Yes, school textbooks are some of our most needed books. We accept IGCSE, A Level, IB, American curriculum, and Saudi curriculum textbooks.

Are the books really free?

Yes! All donated books are free. You only pay the delivery fee (15 <path d="M1085.73,895.8c20.06-44.47,33.32-92.75,38.4-143.37l-330.68,70.33v-135.2l292.27-62.11c20.06-44.47,33.32-92.75,38.4-143.37l-330.68,70.27V66.13c-50.67,28.45-95.67,66.32-132.25,110.99v403.35l-132.25,28.11V0c-50.67,28.44-95.67,66.32-132.25,110.99v525.69l-295.91,62.88c-20.06,44.47-33.33,92.75-38.42,143.37l334.33-71.05v170.26l-358.3,76.14c-20.06,44.47-33.32,92.75-38.4,143.37l375.04-79.7c30.53-6.35,56.77-24.4,73.83-49.24l68.78-101.97v-.02c7.14-10.55,11.3-23.27,11.3-36.97v-149.98l132.25-28.11v270.4l424.53-90.28Z"/> ) to cover shipping to your door.

How much is the pickup fee?

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Which areas do you cover?

We currently cover all Central Riyadh districts. We plan to expand to North and South Riyadh soon.

What condition are the books in?

Every book is inspected and graded at our warehouse: Like New, Good, or Acceptable. The condition is shown on the book detail page before ordering.

We offer 4 payment methods: STC Pay, Bank Transfer, Online Payment, or Cash on Delivery.

Can I donate any type of book?

Yes! We accept all types of books: novels, children's books, religious books, textbooks, academic books, and more. Valuable or rare books are marked by admin to be sold at a price.

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Your donated books are all three: ongoing charity that spreads knowledge to families who cannot afford books.

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Where to Donate Books in Riyadh

If you are looking for where to donate or give away used books in Riyadh, Kitaaby makes it simple. We pick up books from your home for free, inspect and grade them at our warehouse, and list them on our store for families who need them. No need to drive anywhere or find a donation box — we come to you.

Free Home Pickup

We come to your home anywhere in Riyadh to collect your books. First pickup is completely free.

All Book Types Accepted

School textbooks (IGCSE, A-Level, IB), university books, novels, children's books, Islamic books — Arabic and English.

Books Go to Families in Need

Your donated books are listed as free giveaway or affordable priced books for families who cannot afford them.

Sadaqah Jariyah

Every book you donate continues to benefit you as ongoing charity (Sadaqah Jariyah) every time someone reads it.

Kitaaby is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. We serve all districts of Riyadh.

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How Kitaaby Works

Three simple steps — from your door to a new reader

Request Pickup

Choose giveaway, enter your address in Riyadh, and pay the shipping fee

We Receive & Sort

The courier picks up the books, we inspect, photograph, and sort them at the warehouse

Order & Receive

Browse the store, order free or paid books, and we deliver them to your door

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Every donated book is inspected and graded. Books in readable condition are listed on our store — free or priced. Books that are too damaged are responsibly recycled.