Door to Door CargoShipping from Chinato Dubai, UAE
One freight partner. One all-inclusive DDP rate. We collect from your supplier in China, clear UAE customs, and deliver to your door — sea or air.
- Sea Freight Door-to-Door
- 18–25 days
- Express Air Freight
- 3–5 days
- Customs & Duty (DDP)
- Fully included
Quick Snapshot — China → Dubai
Everything an importer needs to know, at a glance
Reef Shipping moves door-to-door cargo from every major Chinese manufacturing hub to any address in the UAE — one contract, one all-inclusive DDP rate, zero coordination on your side.
Average Transit Times
- Sea LCL / FCL
- 18–25 days
- Express Air
- 3–5 days
- Customs clearance
- 1–2 days
Key Departure Ports
- Sea
- Ningbo · Shanghai · Shenzhen
- Air
- CAN · SZX · PVG → DXB
- UAE entry
- Jebel Ali Port
UAE Delivery Coverage
- Dubai
- Jebel Ali · Deira · Al Quoz
- Northern Emirates
- Sharjah · Ajman · RAK
- Capital
- Abu Dhabi
Pricing Model
- Sea LCL
- per CBM
- Sea FCL
- per container
- Air freight
- per chargeable kg
China Warehouses
- Guangzhou
- Consolidation hub
- Yiwu
- Market pickup hub
- Services
- Inspection · repacking
Payment Terms
- Methods
- Bank · cash · card
- Currency
- AED · USD · RMB
- Duty & VAT
- Included in DDP rate
The Manifesto — 7 Moves
How door-to-door shipping works, chapter by chapter
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Supplier Pickup in China
We collect your goods from any factory, market or warehouse in China — scheduled around your supplier's readiness.
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Inspection & Consolidation
Cargo is received, counted, photographed and repacked at our Guangzhou or Yiwu warehouse. Multiple suppliers merge into one shipment.
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Export Documentation
Export declarations, compliance checks and China customs paperwork are prepared and filed by our team.
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Sea / Air Transit
Your container sails to Jebel Ali Port or flies into DXB with vetted carriers — tracked the whole way.
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UAE Customs & Duty (DDP)
We clear UAE import customs and settle duty and VAT on your behalf. No surprise charges, ever.
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Port Release & Unloading
Cargo is released from Jebel Ali or the airport free zone and loaded onto our local delivery fleet.
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Final Door Delivery
Last-mile delivery to your warehouse, shop or residence anywhere in the UAE — with proof of delivery.
Shipping Modes
Choose your speed. We handle the rest.
Most economicalSea Freight LCL
Shared / consolidated container
- Ideal from 0.1 CBM upwards
- Transit 18–25 days door-to-door
- Charged per CBM, from ~AED 350
- Weekly consolidated sailings
Best for bulkSea Freight FCL
Dedicated 20ft / 40ft / 40ft HC
- Only your cargo in the container
- Transit 18–25 days door-to-door
- Fixed per-container rate
- Direct sailings to Jebel Ali
FastestExpress Air Freight
Airport-to-door in days
- Ideal for urgent & high-value cargo
- Transit 3–5 days door-to-door
- Charged per chargeable kg
- Daily departures to DXB
Sea & Air Freight Calculator
Measure your boxes. Get sea & air estimates.
We compute your total volume (CBM) and air chargeable weight (L × W × H ÷ 5000 per box, compared against actual weight). Your estimated freight unlocks once you leave your name and WhatsApp number.
- Total Volume
- 0.96 CBM
- Volumetric (Air)
- 192 kg
- Chargeable Wt.
- 192 kg
Chargeable weight is the higher of actual vs volumetric weight — the standard airlines use to price air cargo.
Unlock your freight estimate
Leave your name and WhatsApp number — your sea & air estimate shows instantly, and our team confirms the exact rate on WhatsApp.
Origin Network
Door-to-door cargo from every Chinese hub to Dubai
Active Route
Guangzhou → Dubai, UAE
- Receiving hub
- Baiyun District consolidation warehouse
- Warehouse cutoff
- Every Tue & Fri
- Sea departures
- 6 sailings / week
- Air departures
- Daily CAN → DXB
Customs & Compliance
Documents needed for door-to-door shipping
Tick through the checklist — or skip the paperwork entirely. With Reef's DDP service our customs team prepares, files and verifies every document for you.
Cargo insurance: comprehensive door-to-door cover protects the full journey from pickup in China to delivery in the UAE — recommended for every shipment.
Why Reef Shipping
The trusted bridge between Chinese factories and UAE doorsteps
Dedicated China Warehouses
Own receiving hubs in Guangzhou & Yiwu — free consolidation, inspection photos and repacking before export.
All-Inclusive DDP Rates
One quote covers pickup, freight, UAE customs, duty, VAT and last-mile delivery. Zero hidden fees, guaranteed.
Multilingual Support
English, Arabic and Chinese speaking agents coordinate directly with your suppliers — nothing lost in translation.
WhatsApp Tracking Updates
Real-time milestone updates from pickup to proof of delivery, straight to your WhatsApp.
- 5,000+
- Shipments moved last month
- 20+
- Chinese origin cities served
- 18–25
- Days sea transit, door-to-door
- 100%
- Customs clearance managed
FAQ — China to Dubai Cargo
Frequently asked questions
How long does door-to-door shipping from China to Dubai take?
Sea freight door-to-door typically takes 18–25 days including UAE customs clearance and final delivery. Express air freight takes 3–5 days from pickup in China to delivery at your address in the UAE.
How much does cargo shipping from China to Dubai cost?
Sea freight LCL starts from approximately AED 350 per CBM, while air freight starts from approximately AED 12 per chargeable kg. Final rates depend on cargo type, volume, weight, origin city and delivery address. Use our CBM calculator or request a free quote.
Do you handle UAE customs clearance and import duty?
Yes. Reef Shipping offers full DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) service. We manage export documentation in China, UAE import customs clearance, duty and VAT payment, so your cargo arrives at your door with no surprise charges.
Which cities in China do you collect cargo from?
We collect from all major manufacturing hubs including Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Yiwu, Shanghai, Ningbo, Qingdao, Foshan, Xiamen, Beijing and Hangzhou, with our own consolidation warehouses in Guangzhou and Yiwu.
What documents are required for shipping from China to Dubai?
The key documents are a commercial invoice, packing list with HS codes, bill of lading (sea) or air waybill (air), certificate of origin approved by the Chamber of Commerce, and copies of buyer and seller trade licenses. Our team prepares and verifies all paperwork for you.
Do you deliver outside Dubai?
Yes. Our door-to-door service covers all Emirates including Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman, Ras Al Khaimah, Fujairah and Umm Al Quwain — delivered to warehouses, shops or residential addresses.
Is my cargo insured during transit?
We recommend comprehensive door-to-door cargo insurance which covers the full journey from pickup in China to final delivery in the UAE, protecting against damage or loss. Insurance can be added to any shipment.
What items are prohibited or restricted?
UAE customs prohibit narcotics, weapons, gambling equipment and certain chemicals. Restricted items such as batteries, liquids, cosmetics and food require prior declaration and may need additional certificates such as SABER or ESMA approval. Contact us to verify your cargo before shipping.
Free Quote — No Obligation
Tell us about your cargo. We reply within hours.
Share your shipment details and receive an all-inclusive DDP rate covering pickup in China, freight, UAE customs and final delivery.
- Response within 2–4 working hours
- All-inclusive DDP pricing — no surprises
- Dedicated agent on WhatsApp
