The Gulf is a premium market for Chinese vehicles: full-size SUVs, 7-seat MPVs and new-energy models. Chinese brands have moved mainstream in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, and independent dealers plus fleet operators actively source LHD stock from China.
What we ship to this region
- 7-seat MPVs and luxury vans — Mercedes-Benz V-Class and Chinese flagship MPVs for family and hotel/fleet use.
- PHEV off-roaders — Fang Cheng Bao Bao 5 / Bao 8 for buyers who want EV running costs with long-range capability.
- BYD BEVs — competitive fleet and retail options as the Gulf builds charging infrastructure.
- Toyota and Volkswagen SUVs/sedans — high-resale, easy-to-service volume models.
Browse current stock: Mercedes-Benz · BYD · Toyota · All vehicles
Logistics
| Destination | Typical transit | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Jebel Ali, UAE (RORO or container) | 2–4 weeks from Shanghai (indicative) | Regional transshipment hub for the wider Gulf and East Africa |
| Dammam, KSA (via transshipment) | 3–5 weeks | Or overland from UAE after UAE clearance |
| Other GCC (Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain) | 3–5 weeks | Confirm port handling at booking |
Import requirements snapshot
| Item | What applies |
|---|---|
| Steering side | Left-hand drive only across the GCC |
| UAE | Vehicles over ~5 years old need RTA approval for import; new and late-model vehicles clear routinely. Used-car rules differ between mainland and free-zone/re-export paths |
| Saudi Arabia (KSA) | Commercial imports require SASO conformity documentation and a local importer of record; personal imports follow customs valuation with duties typically around 5–13% by category |
| Specs | GCC-spec vehicles (heat packages, A/C sizing) sell best; we flag which stock models carry hot-climate-suitable specs |
| Taxes | UAE: 5% duty. KSA: VAT 15% on top of duty. Confirm by vehicle category with your broker |
Important: import rules, duties and taxes change frequently and are enforced by your local customs authority. The figures below are indicative planning information (last reviewed October 2026) — always confirm the current requirements with a licensed customs broker in your country before you order. We supply a complete, accurate export document set for clearance.
Documents we provide
Proforma InvoiceCertificate of OriginBill of LadingCommercial InvoicePacking ListInsurance CertificateExport Licence (China)
Payment
20% deposit by T/T, balance before shipment; L/C accepted for dealership and fleet orders. We can hold vehicles in Wuhan while you complete destination-side approvals.
Shipping to the Middle East?
Send us the models you need — we reply within 24 hours with stock, FOB pricing and a shipping plan.
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