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Car Shipping to France from Dubai

There are 2 methods of car shipping to France from Dubai: Sea freight (Container and RoRo) and Air Freight. Price starts from AED 5000. The final cost depends on the shipping method, your vehicle’s make and model, and destination port and customs clearance fees.

For sea freight, containers(dedicated or consolidated) depart regularly from Jebali Ali Port. It takes 30-35 days. The arrival ports are Marseille, Le Havre, Dunkirk and Bordeaux. RoRo ships take 25-30 days.

Air freight is the fastest option, taking 4 to 5 days. But it comes with a heavy price tag. With this mode, cargo planes depart from Dubai International Airport and arrive in Paris Charles de Gaulle, Lyon-Saint Exupéry, or Nice Côte d’Azur. 

Aeon Shipping provides secure car shipping to France. We handle every detail of your shipment while you relax. For example, our expert team conducts pre-checks, packs, ships, and clears customs for your precious vehicle from your doorstep to our facility. Upon arrival at the destination, we help you clear import formalities and deliver them to your address.

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Why Select AEON Car Shipping Services?

You’ll gain the following benefits when you choose Aeon Shipping:

  • Expertise in International Car Shipping: With 15 years of experience shipping cars to France, we'll get your vehicle there safely and right on time.
  • Secure Vehicle Handlin: Aeon prioritises safe loading, unloading, and transportation mechanisms to protect your vehicle from the slightest damage. This safe handling would not have been possible without the latest cutting-edge technology that we employ.
  • Comprehensive Logistic Solutions: We not only take care of the transportation method to reach your final destination. But you'll gain various other services like customs clearance, packing, door-to-door and port-to-port.
  • Transparent and Affordable Pricing :You'll be glad to know that our prices are transparent. There are no hidden costs or extra charges. For example, when your car reaches its destination, some companies ask for additional charges before releasing it. With Aeon, we never engage in such malpractices. Also, another key aspect of our pricing that you'll be thrilled to know is that it wouldn't cost you a fortune. But don't worry, as we don't compromise the quality.
  • Reliable and Timely Delivery : Our strong logistic network ensures that your vehicles are delivered on a timely delivery schedule. As a result, we minimise delays. Furthermore, we offer you instant updates with real-time tracking.
  • Customised Shipping Solutions: You'll get customised shipping solutions regardless of whether you have a luxury, classic or SUV. In other words, we don't provide the exact solution for all the various car types.
  • Dedicated Customer Support: Customer service is available around-the-clock to answer your questions and give you updates. Based on user ratings, we have a Google rating of 4.3. It therefore says a lot about our client service.
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Methods for car shipping to France from Dubai

Depending on your priority for speed, cost, and vehicle safety, Aeon Shipping uses several methods to ship cars to France from Dubai. Here are the standard shipping methods that we employ:

Shipping By Air Freight

Although this is the most costly method, air freight is sometimes necessary when you’re pressed for time. In addition, if you’re shipping luxury cars, this is the ideal option. Hence, Aeon offers special services for air freight to pick up your vehicle from your doorstep. From then onwards, your car is in safe hands until it reaches the final destination.

Car shipping By Ro-Ro carriers

Think of RoRo ships like floating parking garages. Your car simply drives up a ramp onto the ship, just like you’d drive into a parking garage. It’s that simple! This straightforward approach makes RoRo shipping both easy and the most affordable way to send cars across the ocean. The downside of this approach is that it takes longer to transport your vehicle.

Shipping By Containers

Container shipping is the safest method for shipping cars to France. This is because you’ll have a container solely dedicated to your vehicle. Besides, you can ship personal goods with your car. Additionally, it’s void of any damage, even during transit, as it’s placed inside a container.

Need more info about shipping your car? Just give us a call or visit our website.

Average Costs of Car Shipping from Dubai to France

The cost of car shipping from Dubai to France actually depends on several factors like shipping method, vehicle type, port, insurance etc.

 

Shipping Method**Average Cost (USD)Transit Time
RoRo (Economy)NA
Container Groupage / Console2300 - 250040 - 45 days
Container (20ft)3000 - 350040 - 45 days
Container (40ft)4000 - 450040 - 45 days
Air Freight10,500 - 12,0004 - 6 days

** – These are estimated prices. Get an updated quotation from an Agent at AEON Shipping. Also excludes factors like War risk surcharges etc.

Cities and Ports involved when car shipping to France

Major Ports in France

  • Marseille-Fos
  • Le Havre
  • Dunkirk
  • Bordeaux

Ports In Dubai/UAE

  • Jebel Ali (Dubai)
  • Abu Dhabi
  • Sharjah
  • Ajman
  • Hamriya (Dubai)
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FAQs’ when car shipping from Dubai to France

Now, you may have several key questions before car shipping from Dubai to France. So, we have compiled some standard and advanced questions people often ask. Some of them are generic questions, while others are advanced. Read them and gain insights for a memorable shipping experience.

Can I ship my car to France from Dubai?

Yes, you certainly can ship your car to France from Dubai. The first step is to select a shipping agency. Then, you’ll have to choose the shipping method mentioned above. Once it reaches the destination, you must clear the customs. After that, it’s ready for pickup. Though the process looks simple, it involves many formalities. So, to streamline these formalities, Aeon Shipping will help you with the following:

  • Advise you on whether your car meets the European specifications.
  • Selecting the correct shipping method(Container, RoRo, or Air Freight)
  • Insurance and vehicle tracking
  • Help with French customs clearance.

The best way to ship your car from Dubai to France depends on several factors. They include speed, cost, and protection of your vehicle. Here are comparisons of the two best methods:

  • Container Shipping: Suitable for shipping luxury or classic cars. You can also ship your personal items along with the vehicle. Besides, we assure you there won’t be any damage during loading, unloading, and transit. Moreover, your vehicle will be protected from harsh weather conditions outside.
  • RoRo: This is a cost-effective method compared to the container method. It’s suitable for standard cars. However, your vehicle can get exposed to drastic weather conditions during transit. Due to the presence of ramps, the cars are loaded/unloaded quickly. But you can’t ship any personal items with the car.

The shipping duration depends on the shipping method that you choose. Below is a general guidance for the estimated times. You have to consider the customs clearance delays and whether the shipping route is direct or has transits.

  • Container Shipping: Up to 30-35 days.
  • RoRo Shipping: Up to 25 to 30 days
  • Air Freight: 4 to 5 day

The estimated cost to import a car from Dubai to France ranges from AED 2000- 8500. This cost depends on many factors. They include distance to the destination, the size of your vehicle, transport mode and the vehicle type. Additional costs consist of customs clearance, insurance, and door-to-door services. So the above fees are just an average figure. Contact Aeon shipping through our website or customer support to learn the exact costs.

Pick the port closest to where you’ll live. Le Havre works well if you’re moving to Paris, about 200 km away. Marseille-Fos suits Marseille, and Nice for the rest of the south. Dunkirk sits near Lille and the Belgian border, and Bordeaux covers the southwest. The nearer the port, the less you pay for the final road trip to your door. Send us your delivery address and we’ll tell you which port makes the most sense.

You’ll need your passport, the car’s registration card (Mulkiya), and the export certificate issued by the RTA when you cancel the UAE registration. Keep the purchase invoice as proof of ownership. The shipping line issues the bill of lading once your car is loaded. If you’re moving to France for good, bring proof that you lived in the UAE, such as your residence visa, plus proof of your French address. After clearance, French customs give you form 846A. Don’t lose it, because you can’t register the car without it.

Most cars face a 10% customs duty and 20% VAT. Customs calculates both on the total landed value (car value + shipping + insurance). For example, if your car is worth AED 100,000 and shipping/insurance comes to AED 6,000, duty will be AED 10,600, and VAT adds AED 23,320—bringing total duties and taxes to approximately AED 33,920. 

 

If you’re transferring your permanent residency, you can ship your car tax free. But you must meet the following conditions:

 

  • You have lived outside the EU for at least 12 months
  • You have owned and driven the car for at least 6 months prior to your move
  • You must import the vehicle within 12 months of moving
  • You keep the car for at least 12 months after its arrival without selling or lending it

Yes, but the registration process requires additional steps. GCC-spec cars do not have a European Certificate of Conformity (CoC). You will need an Individual Vehicle Approval (Réception à Titre Isolé or RTI) via your regional DREAL office.

Yes, our expert team will guide you through the documentation phase. We ensure everything is in order for your vehicle to easily clear customs.

Yes, absolutely. Our team will help you with the taxes and document clearance process to expedite the customs formalities.