Global Inbound Lane
United StatesDubai, UAE
Shipping from USA to UAE (Dubai) — Ocean & Air Freight
VELO Logistics provides specialized trans-Atlantic and trans-Pacific supply chain solutions connecting the United States directly to the UAE. Our US operations team manages regular full-container (FCL) and breakbulk sailings out of Houston and New York, alongside express air freight out of JFK, Chicago, and Houston for urgent oilfield tools, aircraft spares, and luxury vehicles.
Transit Times & Available Freight Modes
LIVE CORRIDOR DATA| Transport Mode | Estimated Transit | Service Type | Frequency | Operational Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Priority Air Cargo | 2 – 3 Days | Scheduled Widebody Freighters | Daily | Connecting JFK, ORD, and IAH directly to DXB/DWC |
| East Coast Ocean (FCL) | 28 – 35 Days | Direct Line-Haul Vessel | Weekly | From New York, Norfolk, and Savannah to Jebel Ali |
| Gulf Coast Ocean (FCL) | 32 – 40 Days | Direct Vessel | Weekly | From Houston to Jebel Ali (ideal for heavy machinery and breakbulk) |
| West Coast Ocean (FCL) | 35 – 45 Days | Ocean Vessel via transshipment | Weekly | From Los Angeles / Long Beach via Singapore or Europe |
Key Departure & Arrival Gateways
Origin: United States
US- USHOUPort of HoustonGulf Coast oilfield & energy equipment gateway
- USNYCPort of New York & New JerseyEast Coast commercial container gateway
- USSAVPort of SavannahSoutheast industrial & automotive export hub
- USLAXPort of Los Angeles / Long BeachWest Coast Pacific container hub
- ORDChicago O'Hare AirportMidwest air cargo mega-hub
- JFKNew York JFK AirportEast Coast direct air freighters
- IAHHouston George Bush AirportDedicated oil & gas air cargo
Destination: Dubai, UAE
AE- AEJEAJebel Ali PortDP World Jebel Ali Hub
- DXBDubai International AirportDnata Cargo Village
- DWCDubai World CentralFreighter & Aerospace Ramp
Customs Clearance & Regulatory Compliance
Mandatory Shipping Documents
- Commercial Invoice & Detailed Packing List
- Ocean Bill of Lading (OBL / Sea Waybill) or Air Waybill
- US Shippers Export Declaration (SED / EEI via AES)
- US Chamber of Commerce legalized Certificate of Origin
- Original Title & Bill of Sale (for motor vehicles)
Customs Platform
Dubai Customs Mirsal II
Standard 5% GCC tariff applies on CIF value. Civil aircraft parts under Chapter 88 are duty-exempt.
Turnaround: 4 to 8 hours from port discharge.
Typical Cargo Handled on this Lane
•Oil & gas drilling machinery, downhole tools & valves
•Aerospace components, aircraft engines & avionics
•American vehicles, classic muscle cars & pickup trucks
•High-tech electronics, enterprise servers & medical imaging systems
•Industrial chemicals, lubricants & polymers
Industry impact that stands out.
Our numbers demonstrate our extensive experience handling shipments.
0+Years of Logistics Experience
0+Shipments Delivered Safely
0+Happy Clients Worldwide
Route Questions & Answers
Frequently asked questions regarding shipping between United States and Dubai, UAE.
Ocean freight from the Port of Houston to Jebel Ali Port typically takes between 32 and 40 days, depending on carrier routing and transshipment stops. Air cargo from Houston takes 2 to 3 days.
Yes. VELO specializes in containerized and RoRo car shipping from the US to Dubai. We handle US Customs export validation, title checks, container lashing, ocean transport, and Dubai Customs clearance including Vehicle Clearance Certificate (VCC) issuance.