Shipping Cost from Alexandria to Dubai

Shipping a car to United Arab Emirates involves various costs, with prices typically ranging from $1,050 to $2,150. Import duties for bringing a car into United Arab Emirates can vary dramatically, from 0% to 100% plus local VAT, depending on the car's age, value, and type.

The United Arab Emirates maintains a straightforward but non-negotiable tax structure for all vehicle imports, including those imported as part of personal relocations. Every vehicle entering the UAE is subject to 5% import duties plus 5% VAT, for a total tax burden of 10% of the vehicle's assessed value.

Driving is usually cheaper for shorter distances, but for long cross-country moves, the cost difference shrinks, and shipping can become comparable or even cheaper once you factor in gas, lodging, food, wear-and-tear, and your time, making the decision depend on distance, vehicle, your schedule, and budget. Driving saves money on carrier fees but adds wear on your car, while shipping costs more upfront but saves time, fuel, and stress.