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Dubai Customs & Shipping Blog

Practical, no-fluff guides written by our own customs brokers — covering clearance timelines, duty calculation, required documents, and vehicle registration in Dubai. No theory, just what actually happens at the port.

TIMELINES How long customs clearance takes in Dubai
4 August 2026 · 6 min read

How Long Does Customs Clearance Take in Dubai?

A realistic breakdown of clearance times for sea, air and land shipments, and the most common reasons clearance gets delayed.

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DUTY & TAX How customs duty is calculated in the UAE
18 August 2026 · 7 min read

How Customs Duty Is Calculated in the UAE

How UAE import duty is worked out, which goods are duty-exempt, and how free zones change the calculation — with worked examples.

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CHECKLIST Documents needed for smooth customs clearance in Dubai
27 August 2026 · 5 min read

7 Documents You Need for Smooth Customs Clearance

The exact document checklist our brokers run through before every declaration is filed — keep it handy before your next shipment.

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VEHICLES Importing a car into Dubai complete guide
5 September 2026 · 6 min read

Importing a Car Into Dubai: Complete Guide

Costs, documents and the RTA registration process for bringing a vehicle into Dubai, from customs clearance to Mulkiya in hand.

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