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Shipping guides for UAE importers and exporters

Plain-English answers to the questions we hear every week — written by our Dubai operations team.

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Trade Guides6 Oct 2026

Incoterms 2020 Explained for UAE Importers and Exporters

EXW, FOB, CIF, DAP or DDP? A plain-English guide to Incoterms 2020 for UAE importers and exporters: who pays, where risk transfers and which term to choose.

Cargo aircraft, container ship and train illustrating imports arriving by air, sea and land

Customs29 Sept 2026

Documents Required for Import Customs Clearance in Dubai

Checklist of documents to clear imports through Dubai customs: invoice, packing list, B/L, certificate of origin, delivery order, permits, duty and VAT.

Container vessel berthed under gantry cranes at a container terminal

Shipping Basics22 Sept 2026

What Is an NVOCC? How It Differs from a Freight Forwarder

An NVOCC issues its own bill of lading without owning ships. Learn how NVOCCs work, how they differ from freight forwarders, and when to use one.

Container terminal at sunset with stacked containers and gantry cranes

Sea Freight15 Sept 2026

FCL vs LCL: Which Should You Choose When Shipping from Dubai?

FCL or LCL from Jebel Ali? Compare cost, transit time, risk and paperwork, and learn the volume at which a full container becomes cheaper.

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