Customs Regulations for UAE - Dubai

The clients must be present in Dubai when the shipment arrives and must hold a valid residence permit. Customs inspection takes place inside the port premises before the consignment is released for delivery.

Please note that all personal effects are subject to inspection at the discretion of the Officer inspecting the shipment. All books, literature,  audio/ video cassettes and CD’s are detained by customs for screening and will only be released after approval from the Ministry of Information. Any prohibited articles detained by Customs Authorities may be destroyed without the consignee’s consent. Customs duty of 5% will apply to all new items.

Documents

• All shipments must be accompanied by a packing list or inventory.

• We require a clear copy of the picture page of your Passport.

• At destination we require a copy of your Residence Permit .