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Car Shipping from Dubai to Canada

Halifax (east) and Vancouver (west) are the main vehicle ports; Toronto handles air. Duty around 6.1% on non-NAFTA-origin vehicles plus 5% GST and provincial tax. Canada’s RIV programme governs vehicle admissibility — eligibility should be checked before shipping. Indicative figures — verify against current rules.

Transit

28–42 days

Cost band

$2,500 – $6,200

Recommended

Sea container

Port of entry

Halifax / Vancouver

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Shipping options

  • Sea container (recommended)
  • Air freight

Ports & airports

  • Halifax — Sea
  • Vancouver — Sea
  • Toronto — Air

We route through the gateway that best fits your timeline and budget — sea for value, air where speed matters.

Duty & taxes at destination

  • Import duty: 6.1% (non-US/Mexico)
  • VAT: 5% GST + provincial

Charges are typically assessed on the CIF value (vehicle value plus insurance and freight) at the point of clearance. We confirm exact figures against current rates before you commit.

Documents you'll need

  • Original title / ownership document
  • Bill of sale or purchase invoice
  • Bill of lading / AWB
  • Canadian customs declaration (Form 1)
  • RIV compliance / admissibility check

Frequently asked questions

Which port serves Dubai to Canada?

Halifax on the east coast and Vancouver on the west handle vehicle arrivals by sea, typically 28–42 days; Toronto is the air gateway.

Can any car be imported into Canada?

Canada’s RIV programme restricts which vehicles are admissible, especially by age and compliance. We check eligibility before shipping so there are no surprises at the border.

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