Car Shipping to Dubai

As you engage in the vehicle shipping process, some of the most important questions to consider include:

• • Whether you plan to permanently keep the car in Dubai or if it’s just a temporary move,
  • Whether you have been the owner of the car for at least 6 months.
  • Whether you’re importing a new or used vehicle.

These questions and more will determine whether your car is eligible for shipping to Dubai. You’ll need a valid residence permit for the United Arab Emirates to import a car into Dubai. Also, unless you obtain a commercial register for car sales and imports you’ll be limited to one vehicle import per year. You should never assume your scenario is the same as someone else’s. Our shipping agents can assist you every step of the way – we’re always just a phone call away.

To obtain an estimate of the cost to ship a car to Dubai, fill out our free quick quote form.

Upon arrival of your vehicle import to Dubai in the United Arab Emirates, the vehicle must be declared in Customs. You’ll need the following documentation:

• New Cars: Original invoice, Original Certificate of Origin
• All Vehicles: US Customs Export Declaration, US Traffic Dept. Certificate of Vehicle Export, Valid Insurance & Identification

Things to Consider
Foreign private motor vehicles (other than those registered in any of the GCC States) can be granted temporary admission license as follows:

• Six months (180 days) for motor vehicles guaranteed by a valid international passage carnet.
• Three months (90 days) for motor vehicles not guaranteed by a valid CPD, renewable for similar periods, if the applicant submits a bank guarantee or a deposit equivalent to the amount of the customs duties payable on the motor vehicle.

Requirements for Temporary Admission of Foreign Private Motor Vehicles:

• • Valid License & Registration.
  • Valid insurance coverage throughout the temporary admission period by an approved insurer in the country.
  • An international CPD carnet, approved in any of the GCC States, shall be presented to guarantee the amount of customs taxes/duties.
  • The person shall be the owner of the motor vehicle or authorized to drive it under a duly certified special proxy issued by the country of registration of the motor vehicle.
  • Valid residence permit in the country of registration of the motor vehicle, if not a national of that country.

Taxes & Duties for Dubai Car Shipping
Car Imports to Dubai pay 5% Customs duties. (Value of the vehicle + 1% insurance + cost of shipment).

• • VAT will be applicable on all service charges which is 5% on CIF value on all cost elements.
  • Vehicle will be inspected by Customs to verify that the export declaration value is accurate. If this estimation is inconsistent or different than stated on the invoice, you may have to pay the difference.
  • After import duties are paid, the Traffic & Licensing Department will issue a VCC (Vehicle Clearance Certificate).
    The amount of taxes and import duties payable when shipping a car to Dubai from the US will vary and depends on the details of your shipment.

To obtain an estimate of the cost to ship a car to Dubai, fill out our free quick quote form.

The location your vehicle will depart from depends on the method of car shipping to Dubai, where your vehicle is located, your budget and which services the nearest port offers. We have multiple departure locations in the USA, including Los Angeles, New York, Houston, Miami, Savannah and more.

Here are the Dubai / UAE entry ports that we can ship your vehicle to:

Before shipping your vehicle to Dubai, the undercarriage must be cleaned and free of foreign soil to prevent the introduction of invasive plants, animals, fungi and microorganisms. This can be accomplished through steam cleaning or other thorough cleaning methods. CFR Classic can assist with finding an appropriate cleaner to help ensure you comply with this requirement.

We do not recommend washing the interior of the vehicle as it can cause mold during transport. Vacuuming the interior is usually more than sufficient.

Vehicles shipped to Dubai must be registered to operate on Dubai roads. Dubai Customs will provide a Vehicle Clearance Certificate (V.C.C.) for the vehicle upon clearing the Customs Import Bill of Entry. This certificate is a mandatory requirement for registration. The V.C.C. should be submitted to Dubai Police – Traffic Department for registration. Once registered, you’ll receive a license plate and certificate of registration.

You can request the Vehicle Clearance Certificate (VCC)  here.