IOR Africa: Your Importer of Record Experts in United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Taxes: 5%
Duties: Up to 12%
Lead Time: 1 Week
Best carrier option: Freight Forwarder
Commercial Invoice
Packing List
Air Waybill or Bill of Lading
Certificate of Origin (Chamber of Commerce approved)
Import License for restricted or high-tech goods
The UAE offers world-class infrastructure and serves as a global logistics hub, but foreign businesses still face strict compliance hurdles when importing high-value IT, telecom, and medical equipment. Without the right approvals and licenses, shipments risk delays, penalties, and even rejection at customs.
Approvals from ESMA (Emirates Authority for Standardization & Metrology) and the UAE’s Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority are mandatory for tech and telecom goods. Missing documentation can stop shipments at the border.
Servers, routers, and medical devices often undergo extended inspections. These prolonged clearance times add costs and complicate delivery schedules.
Improper assignment of HS codes, misdeclared duties, or missing approvals can lead to heavy fines, non-compliance, and reputational damage during the multi-step customs clearance process.
Foreign companies without a UAE trade license cannot import directly. A local entity or Importer of Record is essential for legal compliance in UAE imports.
Secure approvals from ESMA, TDRA, and the Federal Customs Authority.
Manage permits, documentation, and HS code compliance end-to-end.
Handle VAT, duties, and regulatory requirements without delays.
Avoid penalties, hidden costs, and non-compliance risks.