Zuletzt aktualisiert: 23. Oktober 2026
Dubai is one of the most popular destinations for British expats, and the removals route is well established. Most household moves go by sea to Jebel Ali, one of the biggest container ports in the world, with smaller shipments by air. This guide covers 2026 costs, timings, UAE customs and what you can’t bring.
Removals to Dubai: typical costs in 2026| Verschiebungsgröße | Sea freight (door to door) | Air freight (door to door) |
|---|---|---|
| A few boxes (50–100 cu ft) | £1,200–£2,200 (shared) | 1.500–3.000 Pfund |
| 1–2 bedroom apartment (shared or 20ft) | £3,000–£5,500 | Rarely economical |
| 2–3 bedroom villa (20ft container) | £4,500–£7,500 | Not practical |
| 4–5 bedroom villa (40ft container) | £6,500–£10,500 | Not practical |
Indicative prices. Moves to Abu Dhabi, Sharjah or Ras Al Khaimah are similar, with a small inland delivery supplement.
| Bühne | Typische Dauer |
|---|---|
| Anfrage, Angebot und Buchung | 1–3 Wochen |
| Verpackung und Abholung | 1–2 days |
| Sea voyage to Jebel Ali | 3–4 weeks |
| UAE customs clearance | 3–7 working days |
| Lieferung und Auspacken | 1–2 days |
Allow 5–8 weeks door to door by sea. Air freight takes about 1–2 weeks and suits essentials you need straight away.
UAE customs (Dubai Customs) clears household goods at Jebel Ali. Your mover’s Dubai agent will usually need:
Used household goods are generally cleared duty-free for new residents. Your residence visa is usually required before your goods can clear, so time your shipment to arrive after your visa is issued, or budget for storage at the port.
The UAE has strict import rules:
Siehe unsere shipping to Dubai from the UK guide, Geld ins Ausland überweisen und sea freight transit times.
Container ships on the Europe–Asia route call at Gulf ports, and some carry passengers through the Suez Canal. See our Europe to Asia voyages.
A 20ft container for a 2–3 bedroom home usually costs £4,500–£7,500 door to door.
About 3–4 weeks at sea, or 5–8 weeks door to door.
Used household goods are usually duty-free for new residents with a UAE residence visa.
Controlled medicines without approval, drugs, alcohol in household goods, weapons and offensive material.
Usually yes. Customs normally requires it to clear household goods.
Ask us about freighter voyages from Europe to the Gulf and Asia.
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