Destination
Importing Cars From Japan to United Arab Emirates
UAE is one of the largest re-export hubs in the Middle East. Left-hand drive market. We source LHD-only vehicles or convert where allowed.
Port
Jebel Ali (Dubai)
Age limit
No fixed cap, but registration limits apply for very old units
Drive side
Left-hand drive
Shipping time
20–35 days
Inspection
JEVIC inspection recommended
Import rules
Left-hand drive. Very old vehicles may face registration restrictions. Pre-shipment inspection recommended for buyer protection.
Estimated duties and taxes
Customs duty (5%) and VAT (5%). UAE has the lowest taxes in our destinations list, which makes it attractive for re-export.
Indicative figures only. Final amounts are set by your customs authority on the day of clearance.
Shipping to Jebel Ali
Typical transit time: 20–35 days. RoRo is the standard option for most cars; container is recommended for higher-value units or multiple vehicles.
Required documents
Bill of Lading, invoice, JEVIC certificate, deregistration, certificate of origin where required.
Popular in this market
Popular Models in United Arab Emirates
Lexus LX 570
Toyota Land Cruiser
Nissan Patrol
Lexus RX
Why us
Why Import to United Arab Emirates Through Us
- We source LHD inventory specifically for the GCC
- Routine shipments to Jebel Ali
- Familiar with re-export documentation
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