ALFexpress
Sea Freight from China to the UAE
ALF Express ships cargo by sea from China to the United Arab Emirates, including Dubai, Sharjah and Abu Dhabi. Choose LCL for smaller volumes or a full container for larger orders, with a UAE office now open to support your shipment.
Sea freight options for the UAE
LCL to the UAE
Share container space and pay per CBM. A cost-effective choice for traders and online sellers who ship regularly in smaller lots.
FCL to the UAE
Book a full 20ft or 40ft container when your cargo is large, bulky or needs to stay together.
UAE destinations
We arrange shipping to the main UAE ports, including Jebel Ali (Dubai), Sharjah and Abu Dhabi. Tell us where your goods need to arrive and we will plan the route and the final delivery with you.
- Collection and consolidation at our Guangzhou warehouse
- Booking, loading and shipping documents
- Customs documentation support for UAE clearance
- Our new UAE office available to assist with your shipment
- Online tracking with your warehouse receipt number
Paperwork for UAE imports
Customs clearance in the UAE generally needs a commercial invoice, a packing list and the bill of lading, plus any permits that apply to your product. Share your product list with us before shipping so nothing delays clearance.
From China to the UAE, step by step
- Share your goods listProduct, quantity, weight or CBM and the UAE destination.
- Receive a quotationRate, route and estimated transit time.
- Goods received in ChinaWe check and store your cargo and issue a receipt number.
- Loaded and shippedYour container sails. Track it on our tracking page.
- Clearance and deliveryWe support clearance and arrange delivery in the UAE.
Frequently asked questions
How long does sea freight from China to Dubai take?
Sailing time to Jebel Ali is usually a few weeks, depending on the departure port, vessel schedule and any transshipment. We confirm an estimate when we quote.
Do you ship to Sharjah and Abu Dhabi as well as Dubai?
Yes. We can arrange shipments to Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi and other emirates. Tell us the delivery location when you request a quote.
Is LCL cheaper than FCL?
For smaller volumes LCL is usually cheaper because you only pay for the space you use. When your cargo nearly fills a container, FCL often becomes better value.
Do you have a UAE office?
Yes, we recently opened an office in the UAE. Contact us and we will put you in touch with the team.
How do I know where my cargo is?
Use our online tracking page with the receipt number you were given. It shows the container and its latest status.
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Door-to-door cargo
Pickup in China, delivery to your address in the Gulf.
Get a sea freight quote for the UAE
Tell us what you are shipping, the quantity and where it needs to go. We will reply with a clear quotation.