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Moving to United Arab Emirates (UAE)
If you are moving between UAE and the US, choose the expert International Mover for your International Shipping. Rely on the International Sea & Air Shipping for your move to UAE as we offer the best industry services.
When Moving to UAE
Wish to make your move to UAE a joyful experience! Why wait? Call for our International Moving Expert who monitors the entire process and provides you with the best moving options which may include:
- When will you be moving to UAE?
- When would you like your shipment to arrive in UAE and at what port or airport?
- Are you moving alone or with family? For business or personal reasons?
The Cost of Moving to UAE
The cost of moving to UAE is one challenging task that you need to calculate for your International Moving before your actual moving starts. All the time, the cost of moving will be calculated based on the desired destination and as well the weight and cubic footage of the cargo.
Get an appointment with our home inspector who is an expert in estimating the cost of your move by looking at the quantity and quality of your goods with zero charges.
About UAE
Situated in the southeast of the Arabian Peninsula in Southwest Asia, The United Arab Emirates is often abbreviated as UAE or shortened to The Emirates. UAE is ranked as the world’s sixth largest for its oil reserves.
UAE is situated on the Persian Gulf in Southwest Asia and borders Oman and Saudi Arabia. UAE’s climate is subtropical-arid with hot summers and warm winters. Flora in UAE is very sparse owing to the desert and consists of grasses and thorn bushes.
Architecture, cuisine, music, attire, and lifestyle of UAE are very much influenced by the Islam and Arab culture. Every year in UAE, three annual book fairs are conducted. Also known for Bedouin folk music, UAE is a part of Khaliji tradition. Football is the national sport of UAE.
UAE is a founding member of Cooperation council for the Arab states of the Gulf, and is a member of the United Nations, the Organization of the Islamic Conference, the OPEC, and the WTO. At market exchange rates, UAE is the thirty-fifth largest economy. The trading partners of UAE are Japan, South Korea, India, Iran, Thailand, China, US and Germany.
Custom Regulations for United Arab Emirates:
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*NOTE: CUSTOMERS ARE HAVING PROBLEMS CLEARING THE RESTRICTED ITEMS SHOWN BELOW THROUGH CUSTOMS AND SIGNIFICANT LOSS AND DAMAGE HAVE BEEN REPORTED TO US.
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED
- Passport (two clear copies)
- Residence Permit
- Confirmation of Employment Letter
- Detailed inventory (original and two copies) in English
- Insurance Certificate
CUSTOMS REGULATIONS
- CUSTOMER MUST BE PRESENT FOR CUSTOMS CLEARANCE
- All shipments subject to inspection
- All used household goods and personal effects are duty-free, subject to customer obtaining a Residence Permit
- All new household goods dutiable, determined by customs official
DUTIABLE/RESTRICTED ITEMS
- All political and religious literature needs prior approval from the Ministry
- New items
- Plants and plant material require a Health Certificate
- Medication and foodstuff (subject to special approval and inspection by Ministry of Health), must be packed separately
- Flammable or corrosive items
- Exposed film or other valuables, stamp or coin collections of high value
PROHIBITED ITEMS
- Firearms, weapons and ammunition (even decorative items of this nature and toy guns are subject to confiscation)
- Alcoholic beverages (including fine wines)
- Narcotics and drugs (including seemingly innocent dried poppy flower arrangements) can lead to very severe legal action and even long prison terms. (Allowed in reasonable quantities, but subject to analysis)
- Articles dealing with endangered animals and any items made out of ivory
- Wireless transmitters and communications equipment
- All items manufactured by Israeli blacklist and Israeli origin
- False and counterfeit money
- Erotic statues/figurines, idols, made of any metal/clay/glass, etc., defined offensive to Islamic teachings and principles
- Pornographic, political and religious material which might be deemed offensive to the United Arab Emirates government or the Islamic faith.
- Pork meat
- Prohibited articles detained by the Customs authorities may be destroyed without consignee's consent
- *ALL PRINTED MATTER, BOOKS, PICTURES, RECORDS, FILMS, TAPES, SLIDES, MOVIES, VIDEOS, COMPACT DISCS, COMPUTER SOFTWARE, ETC. ARE SUBJECT TO CENSORSHIP AND CONFISCATION (MUST BE PACKED SEPARATELY FOR EASY ACCESS AND CLEARLY MARKED ON THE INVENTORY)
MOTOR VEHICLES
- Can only be registered with a valid United Arab Emirates Residence Visa
- Duty is applicable on all used motor vehicles
- Documents required:
- Registration documents from origin
- Title or Deed
- Copy of Purchase Invoice
- Certificate of Origin
- Copy of Passport
- Insurance Policy
- Proof of Ownership
- Residence Permit
- Cars with tinted glass are not allowed to be imported
PETS
- Dogs, cats and birds permitted with Health and Vaccination Certificate issued by the Ministry of Agriculture from origin no more than 10 days before departure.
- Import Permit
- Vaccination Certificate by the Ministry of Agriculture from origin no more than 12 months old and no less than 1 month old.
NOTE - Customs regulations are subject to change at any time. The proceeding information is a brief summary of customs regulations applicable to household goods shipments to this destination and is being provided for general guidance to assist our Agents and Customers.Since such regulations are subject to change without notice, International sea & air shipping cannot be held liable for any costs, damage, delays, or other detrimental events resulting from non-compliance.Always double check with your local embassy or consulate.
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Motto : God, Nation, President
Capital : Abu Dhabi
National Anthem : "Ishy Biladi" ("Long Live my Homeland")
Geography
Location : Middle East, bordering the Gulf of Oman and the Persian Gulf, between Oman and Saudi Arabia
Area : Total : 83,600 sq km Land : 83,600 sq km
Water: N/A
Climate : Desert; cooler in eastern mountains
People
Nationality : Emirati(s)
Population : 5,148,664(July 2011 est.)
Major Cities : Dubai (1.7 million), ABU DHABI (896,751), Sharjah (845,617), Al Ain (374,000), Ajman (372,923)
Languages : Arabic (official), Persian, English, Hindi, Urdu
Economy
GDP : $199.8 billion (2010 est.)
Exchange Rates : Emirati dirhams (AED) per US dollar - 3.673 (2010), 3.673 (2009), 3.6725 (2008), 3.6725 (2007), 3.6725 (2006)
Transportation
Airports : 41 (2010)
Roadways : Total : 4,080 km
Waterways : N/A
Ports & Terminals : Al Fujayrah, Mina' Jabal 'Ali (Dubai), Khawr Fakkan (Khor Fakkan), Mubarraz Island, Mina' Rashid (Dubai), Mina' Saqr (Ra's al Khaymah)
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