Import a Car from Korea to the UAE

Source verified Korean cars, ship via Jebel Ali, clear UAE customs — end-to-end coordination from Busan.

The UAE is one of the most active destinations for Korean used-car exports. Dubai, Abu Dhabi and Sharjah dealers regularly source Genesis, Hyundai Palisade, Kia Carnival and BMW models from Encar — Korean inventory is typically 20–30% cheaper than equivalent UAE-market cars with comparable specification and mileage.

TOPEX handles the full export chain: vehicle search on Encar and the Korean dealer network, on-site inspection by our Busan-based engineer, export documentation (commercial invoice, bill of lading, certificate of origin), and ocean shipping from Busan to Jebel Ali. UAE import duty on used cars is 5% CIF; we provide every document your UAE clearing agent will need.

Why import from Korea to UAE?

  • Verified mileage and accident history from Korean state inspection databases
  • Pre-shipment inspection in Busan with photo + video report before payment
  • Direct Encar access — no middleman markup
  • Full export paperwork delivered to your UAE clearing agent
  • RoRo or container — choice based on vehicle type and cost target
  • Telegram/WhatsApp updates from purchase to vessel arrival

UAE import — at a glance

Drive side
LHD ✓
Import duty
5% CIF + 5% VAT
Age limit
None (10+ years stricter)
Currency
AED (pegged to USD)
Main port
Jebel Ali
Climate
Hot, humid coast

Shipping & Logistics

From Busan port to United Arab Emirates — methods, transit times, and freight estimates.

Destination port Method Transit time Freight from
Jebel Ali (Dubai) RoRo / Container 22–26 days $1,700 USD

Vessels from Busan to Jebel Ali sail roughly every 7–10 days. RoRo is standard for production cars; container is used for sports cars, modified vehicles or grouped multi-car shipments. Estimated freight from $1,700 USD for a standard sedan; final cost confirmed before booking.

How it works

From sourcing in Korea to delivery in United Arab Emirates.

1. Sourcing on Encar
2. Inspection in Busan
3. Export Documents
4. Ocean Transit
5. Arrival in UAE

Popular export models for UAE

Top picks from our UAE clients — browse live inventory.

Korean inventory snapshot

Live counts from Encar — relevant brands for UAE buyers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Vessel transit Busan → Jebel Ali is 22–26 days. Add 5–10 days for inspection, payment, export clearance and loading in Busan. Total from contract to UAE port arrival is typically 4–6 weeks.

UAE customs charges 5% on CIF value (car price + insurance + freight). VAT of 5% applies on top. Cars older than 10 years may face additional restrictions in some emirates — confirm age limits with your clearing agent before purchase.

Jebel Ali (Dubai) is by far the most efficient port for Korean exports — most direct sailings, fastest turnaround, deepest broker network. Khalifa Port (Abu Dhabi) also receives RoRo vessels but with less frequent schedules.

We coordinate with your nominated UAE clearing agent and provide every document they need (commercial invoice, bill of lading, certificate of origin, export declaration). We do not act as customs broker in the UAE — local licensed presence is required for that.

Genesis GV80 and G80, Kia Carnival, Hyundai Palisade and Tucson, BMW X5 and 5 Series, Mercedes-Benz E-Class. Mid-to-high-trim Korean cars from 2019 onwards are the sweet spot for price-to-equipment value.

Related export destinations

Markets with comparable logistics or buyer profile.

Ready to import a car from Korea to the UAE?

Send a quick request with model and budget — we will come back with options, an inspection plan, and total landed cost to Jebel Ali.

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