Shipping Your Car to Dubai? Car Shipping to Dubai from the USA starts at a cost of $1,095 USD with an estimated turnaround time of 20 – 35 days, depending on the make and model of the vehicle and whether the origin in the USA is on the east or west coast. Below, our 2024 guide will explore everything you need to know about reliable international car shipping to Dubai.
Car Shipping to Dubai Checklist
Vehicle Import Options
Vehicle Import Approval
Car Shipping to Dubai Costs & Time Frame
Car Shipping to Dubai Options
Additional Services
Ports Served in the US and Dubai
Cleaning Your Vehicle of Biosecurity Concerns
Plating Your Vehicle in Dubai
Other Dubai/US Shipping Options
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Read on below for our US to Dubai Vehicle Shipping Checklist, Vehicle Import Options, US to Dubai Car Shipping Costs & Time Frame, US to Dubai Vehicle Shipping Options, Ports Served in the US & Dubai, and other details on Car Shipping from USA to Dubai.
Car Shipping to Dubai Checklist
Here’s a rough breakdown of the process you’ll need to go through to ship your vehicle to Dubai.
More information on the process of shipping cars to Dubai can be found here.
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Vehicle Import Options
As you engage in the vehicle shipping process, some of the most important questions to consider include:
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.
Vehicle Import Approval
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:
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:
Requirements for Temporary Admission of Foreign Private Motor Vehicles:
Car Shipping to Dubai Costs & Time Frame
Using a baseline of a compact car being shipped using the roll-on/roll-off method from the Port of Los Angeles to the Port of Dubai in the United Arab Emirates, our estimate for Car Shipping from USA to Dubai starts at a cost of $1,095 USD with an estimated turnaround time of 20 – 35 days.
However, the cost of shipping cars to Dubai can vary according to factors such as the model and make of your vehicle, your current location, the nearest departure port in the USA, your shipping method of choice, availability of your chosen services, and your final destination in the United Arab Emirates. Additionally, you’ll need to consider costs such as storage, cleaning, other vendor fees, and United Arab Emirates taxes & duties.
Taxes & Duties for Dubai Car Shipping
Car Imports to Dubai pay 5% Customs duties. (Value of the vehicle + 1% insurance + cost of shipment).
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.
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Car Shipping to Dubai Options: RoRo Shipping vs. Container Shipping
Car Shipping from USA to Dubai can be performed using a shared container, a sole container or a roll-on/roll-off service.
Roll-On/Roll-Off – Also called RoRo shipping, this method is best for working vehicles, since your vehicle is driven onto the shipping vessel and secured in a large cargo area. RoRo shipping is our most budget-friendly car transport option, as the only added fees are customs clearance charges.
Shared Container Service – Multiple vehicles are loaded together in a single 40ft. container, using our industry-leading steel loading system. Unlike RoRo shipping, container shipping comes with additional car transport fees like terminal handling, as well as trucking and unloading charges, but you’ll share the additional fees with other vehicle owners.
*Although you’ll have the added security of a fully enclosed container, you might experience a longer wait before shipping since the container must reach capacity before being shipped out.
Full Container Load – Similar to our shared container shipping service, your vehicle is shipped in a fully enclosed and secure 20 ft container, dedicated solely to your vehicle. You won’t have to wait for the container to reach capacity before shipping but won’t be able to share the added costs of terminal handling and unloading charges.
However, enclosed container shipping offers an added level of security and protection, and your investment is protected from the weather and any other damaging elements throughout its journey to Dubai. When we receive your vehicle, our expert agents will document your vehicle’s condition – including the loading process – with photo documentation that will be available online for your convenience. Once your vehicle arrives in Dubai, our agent will access the container and once again document the vehicle’s condition and unloading process.
In comparison to our Roll-On/Roll-Off Car Shipping Service, container shipping will be faster, thanks to our frequent weekly departures.
We utilize an eco-friendly steel loading system for added security against damage, unlike other car shipping companies that use outdated wood ramps for car shipment.
Additional International Car Shipping Company Services
Sourcing vehicles – For a nominal fee, we can assist overseas clients purchasing vehicles thanks to our extensive network of car buyers developed over our nearly thirty years of experience in the auto industry.
Other services – Some of the auto transport services we offer in overseas territories include domestic pickup, vehicle import assistance, tracking of your shipment, customs clearance in the USA and a full vehicle inspection report.
Ports Served in the US and Dubai/United Arab Emirates
Departure Ports – United States
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.
Destination Ports – Dubai
Here are the Dubai / UAE entry ports that we can ship your vehicle to:
From Jebel Ali, we can transship to:
Cleaning Your Vehicle’s Undercarriage
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.
Plating Your Vehicle in Dubai
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) Â here.
Other Dubai/US Shipping Options
This information was updated in January 2024. All information, time frames, pricing, and regulations are subject to change. Please contact a sales representative for the most current rates and information.
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