Shipping from Dubai to the United Kingdom
Ship from Dubai and the UAE to the United Kingdom with DHL Express — door-to-door across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, customs handled, one all-in price.
Indicative prices, Dubai → the United Kingdom
All-in DHL Express Worldwide prices by chargeable weight. Volumetric or premium-speed options may differ — your exact price appears the moment you enter your parcel.
| Weight | From (all-in) |
|---|---|
| 0.5 kg | AED 120 |
| 1 kg | AED 130 |
| 2 kg | AED 135 |
| 5 kg | AED 245 |
| 10 kg | AED 455 |
| 20 kg | AED 880 |
How shipping to the United Kingdom works
- Get a price. Enter your parcel's destination, weight and size for an instant all-in quote in AED.
- Choose & pay. Compare four DHL Express speeds and check out securely online — no account needed.
- Send it to us. Drop off or courier your parcel to our Dubai office; we label it and prepare the customs paperwork for the United Kingdom.
- We ship & you track. We dispatch on DHL Express and you follow every milestone until it's signed for.
Customs & duties in the United Kingdom
The UK charges import VAT (currently 20%) on most parcels, and customs duty may apply to goods valued over £135. These are collected by customs from the recipient on arrival and are not included in your Aliflow price. See our full customs & duties guide for how import tax is worked out and rates by country.
Not sure an item is allowed? Use our prohibited-item checker before you book — it covers perfume, batteries, food, electronics and more.
Dubai → the United Kingdom FAQ
How long does delivery from Dubai to the United Kingdom take?
Express transit is typically 2–4 business days from dispatch in the UAE. Parcels that reach our Dubai office before 3 PM (GST) on a business day are dispatched the same day.
How much does it cost to ship from Dubai to the United Kingdom?
Prices start from AED 120 for a small parcel and are based on your chargeable weight (the greater of actual or volumetric weight). Get your exact all-in price in seconds.
Who pays import duties and taxes in the United Kingdom?
The UK charges import VAT (currently 20%) on most parcels, and customs duty may apply to goods valued over £135. These are collected by customs from the recipient on arrival and are not included in your Aliflow price. Aliflow does not collect these — your price covers transport, fuel and customs handling only.
What can I ship to the United Kingdom?
Most goods ship freely with a commercial invoice. Some items (perfume, batteries, food and more) are restricted or prohibited — check your item first.
Ready to ship to the United Kingdom?
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