EUROPE → DUBAI · VEHICLE SHIPPING
Ship a Car from Europe to Dubai
Updated October 19, 2026
PHOENIX ships cars from Europe to Dubai. It collects anywhere in Europe and loads at Antwerp, Rotterdam, Bremerhaven, Southampton or Genoa, by RoRo or container. Its Dubai team then handles the arrival at Jebel Ali. It's for people moving to the UAE and buyers bringing a European car to Dubai.
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- 15+ years shipping vehicles (as of October 2026)
- Offices in Europe and Dubai
- One coordinator from pick-up to delivery
- High-value cars by sea and by air
How do I ship my car from Europe to Dubai?
It depends on where the car is and what it's worth. If you're near a main port such as Antwerp, Rotterdam, Bremerhaven, Southampton or Genoa, RoRo is the lower-cost route for a standard car. For a high-value, classic or non-running car, a container with wheel bracing gives better protection. If the car is inland, we collect it anywhere in Europe. UAE import rules ask for original documents and for the car to be in the owner's name, so get the paperwork complete before it sails. EU-spec and GCC-spec cars differ in some details, so ask before you buy.
What we handle
- Collection from anywhere in Europe
- RoRo from Antwerp, Bremerhaven and other regular departure ports, or container loading with wheel bracing
- Export paperwork guidance
- Arrival handling at Jebel Ali with a Dubai-based team
How it works
- Send us the details
- We confirm routing and sailing options
- Vehicle collected and loaded
- Updates until delivery
RoRo vs container
| RoRo | Container | |
|---|---|---|
| Cost level | Lower | Higher |
| Protection | Open deck, driven on and off | Enclosed steel box, braced in place |
| Personal items inside | Not allowed | Possible in some cases — ask us |
| Suits | Standard road-going cars | High-value, classic and non-running cars |
Not sure? Say so on the form and we’ll advise.
About this route
The Europe to UAE lane runs on regular sailings from the main North European and Mediterranean ports. We load from Antwerp, Rotterdam, Bremerhaven, Southampton and Genoa, and we confirm the schedule for your shipment once the booking is placed.
UAE import rules ask for original documents and for the car to be in the owner's name. We guide you through the paperwork so the file is complete before the vehicle sails, and our Dubai team handles the arrival side at Jebel Ali.
EU-spec and GCC-spec cars differ in a few details. Tell us the model and year and we advise on what that means for your shipment and what to check locally before you buy.
Questions we get asked
Can you collect the car from my address in Europe?
Yes. We arrange collection from your address, a dealer or a storage location, or you can deliver the car to the port yourself.
Which is better for a high-value car, RoRo or container?
Container shipping is enclosed, so the car is not handled in the open. We advise per car once we know the value, the model and the route.
What affects the price?
Vehicle size, the mode you choose, the route, the season and the insured value. Duties and taxes are separate and are set by the authorities.
How long does it take?
Transit depends on the sailing schedule and routing. We confirm the schedule for your booking.
What documents do you need?
The registration or title, a passport or ID copy, and for some destinations a proof of ownership. We tell you exactly what applies to your shipment.
Can I put belongings in the car?
Not on RoRo. In a container it is possible in some cases, so ask us and we will tell you what is allowed on your route.
Ready for a quote?
Send us the details and we come back with options and a price.