Vehicle shipping from the UAE
Moving abroad and taking your car, or sending a vehicle to a buyer? We handle the export paperwork, secure loading and shipping, and coordinate import at the destination.
A car is shipped from the UAE either in a container (sealed and more protected, and several cars can share one) or on a roll-on roll-off (RoRo) vessel, where it is driven on and off. We collect the car, prepare the UAE export documents, book the sailing and coordinate import clearance and delivery abroad. Many countries restrict imported used vehicles, so check the import rules before shipping. The price depends on the vehicle size, method and destination.
About the service
Shipping a car is more than moving a heavy object. The vehicle has to be cleared for export in the UAE, loaded safely, shipped, cleared at the destination and often modified or inspected to meet local road rules. Mistakes at any stage can be expensive.
We handle the UAE side and coordinate the rest. The important thing to check first is whether the destination allows the vehicle in at all. Some countries ban or restrict used imports, apply age or emissions limits, or charge high duty. We help you check before you commit.
This page explains the two shipping methods, what is needed, what to prepare and what to watch out for. If you would rather skip the reading, send the make, model, year and destination on WhatsApp.
Vehicles we commonly handle.
Your options
Pick the method that fits your vehicle and budget.
The car is loaded into a 20 ft or 40 ft container and sealed. More protection, and you can add personal items where the rules allow.
The car is driven on to a roll-on roll-off vessel. Often cheaper for a single car, with the car travelling empty.
Several cars share one container to split the cost. Availability depends on the route and timing.
Ship your car in the same container or shipment as your household goods, where the rules allow.
We collect the car from your address and deliver it to the destination, with paperwork handled.
Before you ship, we help you check the destination's import rules, taxes and technical requirements.
Compare
Both go by sea. The difference is protection, price and flexibility.
| Method | How it works | Best for | Things to know |
|---|---|---|---|
| Container | Car is secured and sealed in a container | Valuable cars and moves with personal items | Higher cost, more protection |
| RoRo | Car is driven on and off the vessel | Standard cars, one vehicle | Usually cheaper, personal items often not allowed in the car |
| Shared container | Several cars in one container | Cost-conscious shippers who can be flexible | Depends on matching cargo and timing |
Availability and rules depend on the route and the destination port.
How it works
Five steps from your driveway to the destination.
Share the make, model, year, condition and destination. We check the import rules with you.
You get an itemised price for container or RoRo. Nothing moves until you say yes.
We collect the car and prepare the UAE export documents.
The car sails and import clearance is coordinated at the destination.
The car is released and delivered, or collected from the port.
The detail
Check the destination's rules first. Many countries restrict used car imports by age, emissions, safety standards or steering side, and some charge duty and tax that can add a large amount to the car's value. Some allow a duty relief for a car you owned and used abroad if you are moving your residence, and the conditions differ.
Prepare the car as well. Remove personal items unless the shipping method allows them, note existing damage and take dated photos, and keep fuel low. A car that is not clean may be inspected or cleaned at your cost on arrival in countries with strict biosecurity rules.
By sea. Times vary by route.
Pricing
We quote each vehicle individually, with the freight, handling and extras listed separately.
The same factors apply to every quote.
Paperwork
We prepare the UAE side. Here is what we usually ask you for.
Avoid delays
Most delays come from a short list of avoidable problems.
Coverage
We collect cars across the UAE and ship from Jebel Ali and Khalifa Port.
Why Aeron
The same person looks after your shipment from pickup to delivery, so you never chase several agents.
Collection, packing, export paperwork and loading are all done by us, wherever you are in the UAE.
We check the documents and customs rules before the cargo moves, so there are fewer surprises at the border.
You see what the freight, handling and extras cost. If something changes, we tell you before it is charged.
Track online and get updates on WhatsApp at pickup, departure, customs and delivery.
Six offices across the UAE and the UK mean there is someone local to call, wherever you are shipping from.
FAQs
Something we have not covered? Ask us on WhatsApp and we will answer in plain language.
Ask a questionIn container shipping the car is secured and sealed inside a container, giving more protection, and some countries allow personal items in the same container. In RoRo the car is driven on to a vessel, which is often cheaper for a single car but offers less protection and usually no personal items.
It depends on the size of the car, the method, the destination and the customs charges there. We quote each vehicle individually with the freight, handling and extras itemised.
Typically about 30 to 40 days by sea depending on the route, plus time for paperwork and import clearance. We confirm dates when you book.
Usually you need a no-objection letter from the bank, and some banks do not allow export. Check with your bank first.
Often not with RoRo. In a container, some countries allow it, but it can affect duty relief and inspection. Tell us what you plan and we confirm the rules.
In many countries, yes, unless you qualify for a relief for a car you owned and used abroad when moving your residence. The rules and rates vary widely, so we check them with you before you ship.
No. Some countries restrict or ban used car imports, or apply age, emissions or safety rules. We help you check before you commit.
Yes. We collect from Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah and other areas of the UAE.
Basic carrier liability is limited, so we recommend transit insurance for any car. We arrange it through AIG and include it in your quote.
Tell us the make, model, year and destination. We check the rules first and then send a clear quote.
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