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Daily air freight and weekly sea freight from UAE to Mumbai, Delhi, Chennai, Bangalore, Hyderabad, Kolkata and all India. Full customs documentation and GST-compliant paperwork.
India is the UAE's largest trading partner with annual bilateral trade exceeding $85 billion. The UAE-India Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), in force since May 2022, has reduced tariffs on thousands of goods — creating significant duty savings for UAE exporters.
Dazro handles UAE-to-India shipments via all modes. Sea freight from Jebel Ali to JNPT (Nhava Sheva) takes 8–12 days. Air freight to Mumbai or Delhi takes 3–4 hours. We manage Indian customs clearance via ICEGATE, prepare shipping bills and Bills of Entry, and handle GST documentation.
Competitive rates and regular departures on all corridors.
FTA-compliant VAT invoicing included on all shipments.
| Service | Transit Time | Live Tracking | Customs | FTA Invoice | Min Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Freight | 1–5 days | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 0.5 KG |
| Sea FCL | Port specific | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 20ft / 40ft |
| Sea LCL | Port specific | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 1 CBM |
| DHL / FedEx | 2–5 days | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | 0.1 KG |
| Customs Only | Same day | N/A | ✓ | ✓ | Any |
Bilateral trade between UAE and India exceeded $85 billion in 2023, making India the UAE's largest trading partner globally. The UAE-India CEPA, signed in February 2022 and in force from May 2022, is the first trade agreement India signed since 2011.
Key Indian exports to UAE: gems and jewellery, petroleum products, textiles, machinery, and pharmaceuticals. Key UAE exports to India: petroleum, gold, aluminium, and manufactured goods.
JNPT (Jawaharlal Nehru Port Trust / Nhava Sheva) near Mumbai is India's busiest container port, handling ~50% of India's container traffic. It is the primary destination for Jebel Ali LCL and FCL shipments.
Mundra Port (Adani Ports) in Gujarat is India's largest private port and the second busiest container terminal. Chennai, Kolkata (Kolkata Dock System), Cochin (Kochi), and Vizag (Visakhapatnam) cover South and East India.
India uses a risk-based customs assessment system via ICEGATE. Most shipments are processed within 24–48 hours of Bill of Entry filing. High-risk shipments may be referred for examination at the port.
Import duties in India include Basic Customs Duty (BCD), Integrated GST (IGST), and Social Welfare Surcharge (SWS). CEPA-qualifying goods may attract reduced BCD. All duties must be paid before goods release.
UAE to India commonly ships: electronics and components, machinery, jewellery, vehicles and auto parts, chemicals, perfumes, and luxury consumer goods. Bangalore and Hyderabad receive significant electronics and IT hardware.
India to UAE commonly ships: textiles and apparel, pharmaceuticals, engineering goods, food products (rice, spices), and cut diamonds. Surat and Mumbai are major origins for jewellery and textile exports to UAE.
Air · Sea · Courier · Customs — all Indian ports and cities covered. CEPA duty savings available.