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Car Shipping from Dubai to the United Kingdom

Clearance is typically via Southampton. Reliefs apply to vehicles over 30 years old. A NOVA notification is required, followed by IVA or MOT for registration.

Transit

18–26 days

Cost band

$2,000 – $5,200

Recommended

Sea container

Port of entry

Southampton

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Shipping options

  • Sea container (recommended)
  • Air freight
  • RoRo

Ports & airports

  • Southampton — Sea
  • London Heathrow — 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: 10%
  • VAT: 20%

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
  • Passport copy of the importer
  • NOVA reference + IVA/MOT for registration

Frequently asked questions

Are classic cars cheaper to import to the UK?

Vehicles over 30 years old often qualify for reduced VAT and duty relief. We confirm eligibility against current HMRC rules before quoting.

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