International · AE

How to Ship to the UAE from the US

The UAE (particularly Dubai) is a major Middle East hub with efficient customs and strong ecommerce infrastructure. Emirates Post handles USPS final-mile; DHL (partially Emirati-owned via DHL Middle East) has very strong Dubai network.

UAE VAT is 5% on most imports. Cultural and religious restrictions apply to certain items.

Typical 1 lb cost

$25-$50 USD

Typical transit

3-14 business days

Carrier Options to United Arab Emirates

DHL Express Worldwide

2-4 business days. Dubai is DHL's regional hub.

FedEx International Priority

3-5 business days.

USPS Priority Mail International

7-14 business days. Emirates Post final-mile.

UPS Worldwide Expedited

3-5 business days.

Customs Forms Required

Commercial invoice with recipient Emirates ID (for commercial goods).

Commonly Prohibited Items

  • ✕Pork products (religious)
  • ✕Alcohol (legal for import only by licensed entities; personal shipments prohibited in most cases)
  • ✕Pornography
  • ✕Items depicting religious symbols contradictory to Islam
  • ✕Anything deemed 'offensive to Islam' (broad category)

United Arab Emirates-Specific Shipping Tips

  • 💡 UAE VAT: 5% on imports
  • 💡 Avoid sending alcohol or pork-based products — prohibited
  • 💡 Include recipient phone number — SMS is primary delivery coordination
  • 💡 Emirates addresses include Building + Apartment + Street + Area + Emirate
  • 💡 Postal codes vary by Emirate; some areas rely on P.O. Boxes

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