Direct Mirsal II broker filing
Direct registration with Dubai Customs enables our operations desk to submit declarations 24/7 without third-party delay.
Direct Customs Brokerage
Customs clearance solutions.
In-house licensed customs brokers delivering tariff classification, duty optimization, and rapid release across all UAE entry ports.
Operating benchmarks
- 4–8 hours
- Standard electronic release
- Mirsal II
- Direct Dubai Customs portal
- In-house
- Licensed customs broker team
- Free Zone & Mainland
- All declaration types
Customs clearance in the United Arab Emirates requires rigorous regulatory adherence, accurate tariff classification, and rapid document submission. Interport operates as an in-house licensed customs broker with direct electronic access to Dubai Customs (Mirsal II), Abu Dhabi Customs, and Federal Customs Authority systems.
Our dedicated brokers review your commercial paperwork prior to cargo arrival, ensuring correct Harmonized System (HS) codes, duty exemptions, and mandatory ministry approvals (such as MoIAT, Ministry of Health, or Dubai Municipality). We prevent avoidable demurrage, port storage penalties, and customs audit queries.
Technical specifications
Operating parameters & standards
Standard equipment dimensions, terminal cut-offs, customs systems, and handling capabilities.
| Parameter | Operational standard & compliance |
|---|---|
Supported customs systems | Dubai Customs (Mirsal II)Abu Dhabi Customs (Dhabi)Sharjah CustomsDubai Trade portal |
Declaration types | Import to Local (Mainland)Import to Free ZoneExportRe-exportTransitTemporary Admission |
Clearance speed | Electronic declarations cleared within 4–8 hours upon receipt of clean shipping documents |
Government inspections | Coordination of physical inspectionsDubai Municipality food/cosmetic testingMoIAT verification |
Duty advisory | Assessment of GCC 5% standard customs dutystatistical declarationsand exemption eligibility |
Customs deposits & refunds | Management of customs standing depositsbank guaranteesand duty refund claim processing |
Port gate-pass issuance | Generation of DP World / terminal gate passes and electronic delivery orders (e-DO) |
01
Commercial invoice
Original document with HS codes, currency, terms, and detailed item descriptions
02
Detailed packing list
Itemized net/gross weight, carton counts, and pallet configurations
03
Original Bill of Lading / Airway Bill
Endorsed delivery order release from the ocean carrier or airline
04
Certificate of origin
Attested by country of origin Chamber of Commerce and UAE embassy where mandated
05
Import trade licence copy
Valid UAE company licence matching the consignee details on the shipping documents
Core capabilities
Built around UAE trade corridors.
Ministry permits & regulatory approvals
Direct liaison with MoIAT, Dubai Municipality, Telecommunications and Digital Government Regulatory Authority (TDRA), and ESMA.
Free Zone & mainland cross-border transfers
Flawless execution of Free Zone to Free Zone transfers and Free Zone to mainland declarations with customs deposit recovery.
Temporary admission for exhibitions & trials
Specialized temporary import processing under ATA Carnet or customs guarantee for events, exhibitions, and repair machinery.
Operational questions
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers regarding rates, transit cut-offs, customs, and documentation.
What is the standard customs duty rate in the UAE?
The standard customs duty rate across the United Arab Emirates and the GCC customs union is 5% of the CIF (Cost, Insurance, Freight) value of the goods. Certain commodities such as alcohol and tobacco attract higher specific duties, while pharmaceuticals and basic foodstuffs are duty-exempt.
How long does customs clearance take in Dubai ports?
For standard commercial shipments with pre-filed documentation and no physical inspection flags, electronic clearance through Mirsal II is typically accomplished within 4 to 8 hours from delivery order release.
What happens if my goods require inspection by Dubai Municipality or MoIAT?
Our on-ground clearing officers escort customs and municipality inspectors directly to the terminal inspection bay, submit sample testing requests, and monitor the laboratory release to minimize container detention charges.
Can you clear cargo in Free Zones like JAFZA and DAFZA?
Yes. We clear cargo arriving into Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA), Dubai Airport Freezone (DAFZA), Dubai South, and other UAE free trade zones under duty-free bonded transit declarations.
Book with Interport
Tell us what needs to move.
Send dimensions, weight, origin, and destination. Our Dubai operations desk will prepare route options and rates, usually within the same working day.