Shipping from Dubai to the United States
Ship from Dubai and the UAE to the United States with DHL Express — fast, tracked, door-to-door delivery nationwide with customs handled and an all-in AED price.
Indicative prices, Dubai → the United States
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 150 |
| 1 kg | AED 155 |
| 2 kg | AED 175 |
| 5 kg | AED 300 |
| 10 kg | AED 530 |
| 20 kg | AED 1,060 |
How shipping to the United States 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 States.
- We ship & you track. We dispatch on DHL Express and you follow every milestone until it's signed for.
Customs & duties in the United States
Most personal shipments to the USA enter duty-free under the $800 de-minimis threshold. Above that, US Customs may charge duty and processing fees to the recipient. Thresholds are set by US Customs and can change. 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 States FAQ
How long does delivery from Dubai to the United States take?
Express transit is typically 4–6 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 States?
Prices start from AED 150 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 States?
Most personal shipments to the USA enter duty-free under the $800 de-minimis threshold. Above that, US Customs may charge duty and processing fees to the recipient. Thresholds are set by US Customs and can change. Aliflow does not collect these — your price covers transport, fuel and customs handling only.
What can I ship to the United States?
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 States?
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