Ship Car To Abu Dhabi

Car Shipping Abu Dhabi: Ship Your Car To Or From Abu Dhabi

Typical Shipping Prices – How Much Does It Cost?

• The cost of shipping a to standard-sized car to Abu Dhabi from the United States ranges from $1,500 up to $7,000, depending on the type of vehicle and where in the U.S. it’s being shipped from.
• Larger cars, trucks, and SUVs will cost slightly more.) Customs are generally assessed at 4-5% of the value of the vehicle.

Exporting a vehicle to Abu Dhabi (or anywhere in the United Arab Emirates, for that matter) is no easy task and it’s important to understand the restrictions, limitations and required documents when doing so.

One of the main concerns when importing a car to Abu Dhabi is whether it can handle the extreme heat, with temperatures often exceeding 100 degrees during the summer months. The weather can wreak havoc on air conditioning systems and radiators, to the point that fire extinguishers are now required in vehicles in Abu Dhabi.

Additionally, it may be more challenging to locate car parts for less common models. Even though Toyotas are common and their parts are readily available, it will be difficult to find a mechanic to assist you if your vehicle has a manual transmission (stick shift) rather than an automatic transmission. A commercial licence is required to import more than one vehicle per year into Abu Dhabi, and vehicles with tinted windows are prohibited entry. Having no Arab on hand to help you through the paperwork procedure might be a major headache.

Abu Dhabi uses street cameras to catch speeding motorists and you might not know you’ve been ticketed until well after the fact. It’s often not until you pay yearly registration fees that you find out you’ve been ticketed, which can cause confusion with unfamiliar drivers. You can use the Abu Dhabi police’s online portal to inquire about a ticket or fine.

See this map for locations of traffic cameras in Abu Dhabi.

Required Documents For Shipping A Vehicle To Abu Dhabi

When shipping a car to UAE, Lacking or improper paperwork will most certainly cause a delay in retrieving your vehicle. Here are the essential documents that are required, though we highly recommend contacting the U.S. Embassy to ensure that everything is in order (see link below) before shipping/Exporting.

1. Registration from country of origin.
2. Vehicle purchase invoice.
3. Title.
4. Passport.
5. Proof of ownership.
6. Residence permit.
7. Valid insurance.
8. Export certificate from country of origin.
9. Customs declaration.

Auto Transport Methods For Abu Dhabi.

• RoRo (Roll on, Roll off) - RORO auto transport to Abu Dhabi is the most popular method of vehicle transport. The car must be operable since it is driven up a ramp onto a ship, which then travels to the local port for delivery. Vehicles are securely held in place during RoRo transport and then driven off the shipping vessel upon arrival. Items may not be stored in the vehicle when using roll-on/roll-off transport.
• Container Shipping - Containerized shipping is another option and it’s the best choice if you need goods or personal items shipped along with your vehicle. As with RORO, the vehicle is securely held in place during transit, but you are allowed to include other items in the container and often, in the car itself.

Process of registering a vehicle in Abu Dhabi.

Abu Dhabi Auto Transport Resources.

Abu Dhabi Visitor Information - If you’re unfamiliar with the Persian Gulf or United Arab Emirates, it’s recommended that you familiarize yourself with the area before visiting and especially before shipping a car.

U.S. Embassy Abu Dhabi - The Embassy of the U.S. in Abu Dhabi is the best resource you have at your disposal when traveling, visiting or exporting a car to the area.