Shipping to United Arab Emirates
Qube Cargo deliver anything to anywhere. From the next town to the other side of the globe, we deliver efficiently and reliably. We make it a priority to ensure your items are delivered on-time.
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Freight to the UAE, Dubai and beyond
The UAE is the UK’s biggest export market in the Middle East and a re-export hub for the Gulf, Africa and South Asia. Qube Cargo ships to Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and the UAE’s free zones by sea and air, with container services into Jebel Ali, one of the world’s busiest ports.
For urgent and high-value cargo, we arrange air freight into Dubai and Abu Dhabi. We can also plan onward delivery across the Gulf, including Oman, Qatar and Saudi Arabia.
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Shipping to United Arab Emirates
UAE at a glance
Watch out for: commercial invoices for imports worth AED 10,000 or more must be attested by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs, and goods for free zones follow different customs rules.
United Arab Emirates Freight Forwarders
At Qube Cargo, we can help you with all your freight forwarding to and from United Arab Emirates. Many people use our cost-effective freight services to United Arab Emirates to take advantage of our years of experience and unrivalled local knowledge.
We have a huge global network, and you can trust us to get your delivery where it needs to go quickly and safely.
We offer a completely bespoke service for individuals and businesses. Whatever you need to send to United Arab Emirates, from a small parcel to a large item of machinery, we’ve got you covered by land, sea and air.
Make Qube your logistics partner for all your deliveries to and from United Arab Emirates.
Did you know...
- The UAE is strategically located at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, making it a key maritime hub for global trade routes. It provides easy access to the Indian Ocean, Arabian Gulf, and Red Sea.
- Major Ports:
- Port of Jebel Ali: Located in Dubai, it is the largest seaport in the Middle East and one of the busiest container ports in the world. It serves as a major gateway for cargo to and from the Gulf region, and it is a key transhipment hub.
- Port Khalifa: Situated in Abu Dhabi, this port is one of the most advanced and fastest-growing in the region, focusing on container handling and industrial cargo.
- Port Rashid: Also in Dubai, it handles general cargo, including vehicles and consumer goods, and is a prominent cruise terminal.
- The UAE’s ports are connected to some of the busiest shipping lanes in the world, with regular services linking it to Asia, Europe, Africa, and North America.
- The UAE has established numerous free trade zones in its ports, such as the Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA), where companies can operate with 100% foreign ownership, zero import/export duties, and simplified customs procedures. These zones are a significant draw for international shipping and logistics companies.
Trust Qube with Your United Arab Emirates Freight
Need to send something to United Arab Emirates? A distinctive Middle Eastern nation, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) encapsulates swift development and a rich cultural blend. Comprising seven emirates, including global metropolises like Abu Dhabi and Dubai, the UAE has emerged as a crucible of innovation and strategic prominence.
Fusing modernity and heritage, the UAE boasts architectural marvels like Dubai’s Burj Khalifa and Abu Dhabi’s serene Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque. Its diverse landscapes range from vast deserts to picturesque coastlines, contributing to its unique identity. The UAE’s economic vigour, fuelled by sectors such as finance, tourism, oil, and technology, positions it as a global player. As a youthful nation founded in 1971, the UAE’s rapid ascent into an international hub of commerce and innovation underscores its cosmopolitan essence, state-of-the-art infrastructure, and commitment to a sustainable and culturally enriched future.
We will carry out your haulage to United Arab Emirates or back to the UK quickly and securely. We will provide guidance on paperwork and clearing customs, so you won’t have to worry about a thing.
We Never Say No
The thing you have to know about Qube is that we never say no. Our vast experience, years of knowledge and extensive skills means we can take on anything. We work closely with our network in United Arab Emirates to ensure your item gets to its destination safely. Do you need a small package delivered by hand to a remote Emiratis village? We can do that.
We are always happy to take on the challenge. We think outside the Qube, so if you need more than the standard shipping providers can offer, you’re in the right place. Qube go above and beyond by offering an efficient, safe service, and our friendly team is always here to help.
Shipping to the UAE FAQs
Sea freight usually takes 18–25 days port to port. Air freight takes 1–2 days.
Most goods pay 5% customs duty plus 5% VAT. Goods going into a free zone can often defer or avoid duty.
Commercial invoices for imports worth AED 10,000 or more must be attested by the UAE Ministry of Foreign Affairs. We’ll make sure your documents are ready.