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Car Shipping from Dubai to Egypt

Alexandria, Port Said and Sokhna are Egypt’s main vehicle ports; Cairo handles air. Egypt heavily taxes and periodically restricts used-vehicle imports — duty is engine/age based, plus 14% VAT and a schedule (consumption) tax that can be substantial, and personal imports are often limited to returning residents or temporary CPD entry. Eligibility review required before quoting. Indicative figures only.

Transit

10–18 days

Cost band

$1,400 – $3,600

Recommended

Sea container

Port of entry

Alexandria / Sokhna

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Shipping options

  • Sea container (recommended)
  • Air freight

Ports & airports

  • Alexandria — Sea
  • Port Said — Sea
  • Sokhna — Sea
  • Cairo — 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: High (engine/age based)
  • VAT: 14% + schedule tax

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
  • Egyptian customs declaration
  • Passport copy of the importer

A Carnet de Passage is commonly required for this route — we arrange this for you as part of the service.

Frequently asked questions

Which port serves Dubai to Egypt?

Alexandria, Port Said and Ain Sokhna handle vehicle arrivals by sea, typically 10–18 days; Cairo is the air gateway.

Can I import a used car into Egypt?

Egypt restricts used-vehicle imports tightly and taxes them heavily — many private moves rely on returning-resident allowances or a Carnet for temporary entry. We review your specific eligibility before quoting.

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