Shipping · United Arab Emirates

Import a car from the USA and Canada to United Arab Emirates

We buy your vehicle in North America, prepare it in our own yard and deliver it to United Arab Emirates with export paperwork, shipping and customs clearance — one contract, a fixed quote and one manager.

28–38Ocean transit, days
6–8Purchase to handover, weeks
5%Import duty (cars)
5%VAT
United Arab Emirates

Route and transit time

USA · CanadaPurchase & pickup by carrier
28–38 daysOcean transit · Air freight option: 4–7 days
Jebel Ali (Dubai) · Khalifa Port (Abu Dhabi)Arrival ports
6–8 weeksPurchase to handover
Region

Customs duties and taxes in United Arab Emirates

5%Import duty (cars)
5%VAT
Other taxes and fees

Customs duty 5% of CIF value plus 5% VAT; a small customs service fee and vehicle registration at RTA.

Registration and technical requirements

US-spec (GCC-compatible) vehicles register easily; salvage and flood titles require a repair certificate. We handle the export certificate for re-export if needed.

Vehicle price · $30,000

Example: landed cost of a $30,000 car

Illustrative estimate for a mid-size car bought at a US auction. Registration taxes, excise and exact freight depend on the vehicle — your manager confirms every figure in a written quote.

Import cost calculator
Estimated landed cost before registration taxes$37,816
Vehicle price$30,000
Auction / dealer fees (approx.)$1,100
Inland transport to port$600
Ocean freight (shared container)$2,150
Cargo insurance$450
Import duty (5%)$1,715
VAT (5%)$1,801
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How delivery to United Arab Emirates works

01Submit a request on the website

Takes two minutes — right here on the site.

02We search dealers & auctions — Copart, Manheim, IAA

Your manager scans the whole US & Canada market for you.

03We pick the best-value vehicle

You choose from verified options — no blind bets.

04Purchase & pickup by carrier

We buy the vehicle and move it to our own yard.

05Loading into the container

Prepared and secured at our yard in the USA.

06Choose delivery — air or sea

Two options — you pick speed or best value.

07On the way — port & airport arrival

Full tracking until the vehicle reaches your country.

08Handover — keys and documents

Your car is home — inspected and ready to drive.

United Arab Emirates

Documents you receive

  • Original title (or export certificate)
  • Bill of sale and invoice
  • US export declaration (AES / EEI)
  • Bill of lading
  • Cargo insurance certificate
  • Photos and inspection report
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

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01How long does shipping from the USA to United Arab Emirates take?

Ocean transit takes 28–38 days; with purchase, inland transport and clearance the full cycle is about 6–8 weeks. Air freight takes 4–7 days.

02How much duty do I pay in United Arab Emirates?

Typical charges: Import duty (cars) 5%, VAT 5%. Customs duty 5% of CIF value plus 5% VAT; a small customs service fee and vehicle registration at RTA.

03Can you deliver to my city in United Arab Emirates?

Yes. After clearance at Jebel Ali (Dubai) we arrange delivery by truck to your city or you collect the car at the port.

United Arab Emirates

Get a quote for delivery to United Arab Emirates

Tell us what you need — a manager replies within one business hour.