Car Shipping from Kuwait to UAE – Full Guide
If you own a new car registered in Kuwait and plan to export it to the UAE, Top Terminal Logistics offers a smooth and reliable process from start to finish. Here is everything you need to know about car shipping from Kuwait to UAE.
1. Shipping Methods
- Land transport via closed or open carriers through Nuwaiseeb – Ghuwaifat border.
- Sea freight (Ro-Ro or containers) for multiple vehicles.
- Air freight for luxury or urgent cars.
2. Required Documents in Kuwait
- Original car registration + copy
- Car plates (to be handed over before export)
- Export certificate from Kuwait Traffic Department
- Passport copy or Civil ID of the owner
- Invoice or certificate of origin (for new cars)
- Authorization if not the direct owner
3. Customs Clearance in Kuwait
Submit documents, hand over plates, stamp papers at Nuwaiseeb customs, and issue Bill of Lading (BOL).
4. Customs in UAE
On arrival via Ghuwaifat border, documents are verified, chassis number checked, and 5% customs duty applied. Entry certificate is issued, then car can be registered in UAE.
5. Duration & Cost
2–4 business days depending on paperwork. Cost depends on truck type, car size, and delivery point.
6. Why Choose TTL?
- Expertise in Kuwait–UAE car shipping
- Professional customs clearance
- Door-to-door delivery
FAQs – Car Shipping Kuwait to UAE
How long does car shipping from Kuwait to UAE take?
Usually 2–4 business days by road after export and import formalities are completed.
What duty applies on arrival in the UAE?
Typically 5% of the car's customs value. We handle the declaration and payment on your behalf.
Can you arrange enclosed carriers?
Yes, enclosed trucks are available for luxury or sensitive vehicles.
Do you provide home delivery?
Yes, door-to-door delivery with inspection and proof of delivery is available across the UAE.
Cost to ship a car from Kuwait to UAE
The rate is influenced by carrier type (enclosed/open), vehicle dimensions and weight, origin/destination addresses, customs/inspection fees, and seasonality. You'll receive a transparent, itemized quote before booking.
Ready to ship Kuwait → UAE? Get a clear, itemized quote — export formalities, customs, and delivery handled end-to-end.
