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Stackry’s guide to the taxes, duties, and fees involved when shipping from the USA to
United Arab Emirates
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For shipments to the United Arab Emirates, imports are subject to 5% VAT, with additional customs duties and clearance fees depending on the shipment value. Shipments valued at AED 1,000 or less are charged VAT only, calculated on the customs declared value of the goods. Shipments valued above AED 1,000 are subject to both 5% customs duty (calculated on the customs declared value plus freight and insurance) and a USD $5.45 customs clearance fee, in addition to VAT, which is calculated on the total shipment value including duty. For customs valuation, freight is assessed at USD $75 for shipments under 25 kg or USD $3 per kg for shipments over 25 kg, while insurance is calculated at 1% of the customs declared value plus freight.
If Aramex is selected, all applicable duties, taxes, and fees must be paid to Stackry before the shipment can be released for dispatch.
Yes. For Aramex shipments to the UAE, taxes and duties must be paid to Stackry before your shipment is sent.
Import duty in UAE is 5% of your shipment's CIF value (cost plus freight and insurance) once the total exceeds 1,000 AED. You'll also pay 5% VAT on the combined CIF value and duty, plus carrier handling fees of approximately 20-50 AED.
The duty-free limit for your shipment to the United Arab Emirates is 1,000 AED. Shipments at or below this threshold are exempt from both customs duty and VAT, while anything above triggers charges on the full landed cost.
Yes, VAT applies to delivery charges on your shipment to the UAE. The 5% VAT is calculated on your total CIF value, which includes item cost, insurance, and freight charges.
Yes, express carriers typically charge a clearance or handling fee ranging from 20 AED to 50 AED or 2% of the duty/tax amount. This fee covers the processing of your shipment through UAE customs.
You can estimate costs by calculating 5% duty on values over 1,000 AED and adding 5% VAT on the resulting total plus carrier fees. Keep in mind that final charges are determined by UAE authorities upon arrival.
Yes, the 1,000 AED threshold for duty and VAT exemption is currently aligned across all emirates including Dubai and Abu Dhabi. This rule was reinstated in 2023 after a brief suspension of lower limits.
The links below are external references to official United Arab Emirates government sources. We recommend reviewing them for the most accurate and up-to-date information on taxes and duties for United Arab Emirates.
Disclaimer: The information provided on this website is intended as a general overview of customs duties, import taxes, and related processes. It is not comprehensive and may not reflect the most current regulations.We recommend checking official customs or government sources to confirm the exact rules, charges, and requirements before making any purchasing or shipping decisions.While we aim to keep information accurate and up to date, we cannot guarantee its completeness and are not responsible for any discrepancies or inaccuracies.
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