Import from China to United Arab Emirates with a team on your side
The UAE is a trading hub for the Gulf, Africa and South Asia. Traders there compete closely on price, and sourcing from the manufacturer rather than another wholesaler can strengthen margins.
- Main ports
- Jebel Ali, Khalifa Port
- Air cargo
- Dubai DXB and DWC, Abu Dhabi (AUH)
- Sea transit
- 14 to 20 days to Jebel Ali
- Currency
- AED
- Customs
- Dubai Customs, Abu Dhabi Customs
- Product rules to check
- ECAS or EQM for regulated products
What businesses in United Arab Emirates buy with us
- Goods for re-export
- Construction and fit-out materials
- Electronics
- Hospitality supplies
- E-commerce products
How it works
Begin with a sourcing report. Add negotiation, inspection and shipping when you need them.
Describe your product
Share a photo, a link or specifications. A single product is accepted.
Receive your sourcing report
Within 5 to 10 days: vetted suppliers with prices, minimum orders, lead times and sample options.
Choose the next step
Order directly, or have us negotiate, inspect and coordinate shipping to you in United Arab Emirates.
Typical project timeline to United Arab Emirates
- Your requestDay 1
- Sourcing report5 to 10 days
- SamplesOften 1 to 3 weeks
- ProductionOften 2 to 6 weeks
- Inspection1 to 2 days
- Shipping to United Arab Emirates14 to 20 days to Jebel Ali
Typical durations only. Actual timing depends on the product, the supplier, the season and customs.
Good to know before importing into United Arab Emirates
Re-export hub
Goods can be stored in free zones and re-exported without local duty.
Regulated products
Some categories need ECAS or EQM certification. We ask for test reports early.
Fit-out projects
We source lighting, fixtures, furniture and finishes for construction and interior projects.
Cities we serve in United Arab Emirates
Questions from United Arab Emirates
Can you ship to a free zone?
Yes, including Jebel Ali Free Zone.
Can you source for a fit-out project?
Yes. Send us your BOQ and we prepare a sourcing report.
How much does a sourcing report cost?
A flat research fee covers one product, and each additional product is quoted as an add-on. The exact amount is confirmed before we begin.
Is there a minimum order?
No. You can start with a single product in any quantity. The research fee remains the same.
Request a quote
Describe the product you need. Within 48 hours, we reply with the next steps and a quote for your sourcing report.
No obligation. The fee is confirmed in writing before any work begins.
Prefer email? Write to sales@klmsourcing.com