Looking to ship personal belongings, household items, and/or furniture from the UK to Dubai via Container? If you're planning an overseas move and require a container to transport your possessions, request a free quote from us here or keep reading for further details on weekly schedules, customs guidelines and additional information.
FREE QuoteDestination | Vessel Name | Last Moving Date to Meet Vessel | Sailing Date | Port to Port Transit Time |
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Dubai | Haiphong Express | 26/11/2024 | 10/12/2024 | 21 |
Angelica Maersk | 03/12/2024 | 17/12/2024 | 21 | |
Matz Maersk | 10/12/2024 | 24/12/2024 | 21 | |
Edith Maersk | 17/12/2024 | 31/12/2024 | 21 |
Planning a move to Dubai or looking to ship personal belongings to the UAE? It's crucial to familiarize yourself with the country's import regulations to ensure a hassle-free move. At 1st Move International, we ensure that you're well-informed and prepared to meet the customs regulations of your destination country. Here's a short guide on what's allowed, restricted, and prohibited when shipping to Dubai. See our full guide for a more detailed breakdown of what you can and cannot bring to Dubai, UAE.
Dubai and the UAE have strict rules on prohibited items. Importing these may result in severe penalties. Prohibited items include:
Please visit the official UAE Government website for more information.
Certain goods require necessary permits before they can be imported. These include:
When it comes to packing for your move, hiring a professional company like 1st Move International ensures your belongings are shipped securely and promptly to Dubai. We provide bespoke packing services, adhering to strict requirements for exporting from the UK and importing to the UAE.
As part of our services, we'll assist you in creating an inventory list and completing all necessary paperwork for your items to clear UAE and Dubai customs without any hitches.
Once your inventory list is ready, you'll need to declare all items. This process can be done ahead of time before leaving the UK. Our team is ready to assist you, or you can use the e-clearance service for individuals provided by the UAE government.
With 1st Move International by your side, our team will provide all the support and organisation you need to make your move a success. For more information on removals to Dubai, or to get your free moving quote, get in touch today.
It takes an average of 21 days to ship a container from the UK to Dubai.
Our faster shipping means we can get your belongings shipped faster, potentially saving you weeks or even months of waiting when using a typical mover who has fill a container with other customers' goods before shipping. Fast track your move with 1st Move International!
Yes. We have a container tracking tool that you can use to track your container from the United Kingdom to Dubai. When you book with 1st Move International, we will provide you with a unique container number and the name of the vessel that will be shipping your container, allowing you to easily track the progress of your shipment along the way.
Here's a quick breakdown of the information in our shipping schedules:
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, give us a call onTo estimate and offset the carbon emissions produced by your container shipment to Dubai, you can use a sea freight emission calculator such as the one provided by Sinay. This tool allows you to calculate the carbon footprint per TEU (Twenty-Foot Equivalent Unit) of any given sea freight shipment.
To estimate the impact of your move, follow these steps:
Once you have your estimated emissions you can explore carbon offsetting options to mitigate your environmental impact. Common methods include participating in tree planting initiatives, investing in renewable energy projects, or purchasing carbon credits.
Still have a question? Let us know! call or simply request a quote to learn more.
, give us aAt 1st Move International, we have over two decades of experience in the removals industry, offering unrivalled expertise and exceptional services tailored to your needs.
We're proud to offer faster shipping and safer packing and we meticulously handle every item, ensuring your belongings arrive safely at your new home in Dubai. As members of the British International Freight Association (BIFA) and the British Association of Removers (BAR), we adhere to the highest standards of professionalism and care in every move.
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