Shipping Cost from Dubai to Seattle, Washington

Determine If You Can Export the Car from Dubai into the USA If the car conforms to US standards, it should be eligible. Otherwise, there are exemptions that will make your car eligible even if it is a non-conforming vehicle. Check the eligibility of your car with our Auto Import Tool.

Cost-effectiveness. Importing cars from Dubai often proves more economical than purchasing from local dealerships, particularly in the luxury car segment. Dubai benefits from lower taxes, reduced import duties, and more affordable registration fees compared to many other countries.

Shipping from Dubai to the USA varies greatly by method: Air freight is fastest (2-10 days, even 2-3 for express), while sea freight is much slower (4-8 weeks) but cheaper, with specific container types (LCL/FCL) affecting timelines. Express courier services offer 2-5 day delivery, standard options take 6-10 days, and sea cargo can take 30-45+ days, depending on route, customs, and volume.