Short answer: A-1 Auto Parts exports used car engines and gearboxes from Omaha, USA to Dubai, Sharjah, Abu Dhabi and Ajman. Units are palletized, moved by rail or truck to a US East Coast or Gulf port and shipped by ocean container to Jebel Ali Port. Typical door-to-port time is about 35–50 days. We supply the commercial invoice, packing list and HS codes your clearing agent needs, and offer wholesale pricing for UAE spare-parts traders.
Who we supply in the UAE
Dubai and Sharjah are among the world’s largest hubs for used auto parts, supplying the Gulf, East Africa and Central Asia. We work with:
- Used spare-parts traders in the Sharjah Industrial Area and Dubai’s Al Aweer / Ras Al Khor auto-parts district.
- Re-exporters who consolidate American and European engines for Africa and the CIS.
- Workshops and fleet operators who need specific engine or gearbox codes that are scarce locally.
Shipping process: Omaha to Jebel Ali
- Quotation: send the list of engines/gearboxes, quantities and target prices. We confirm stock and codes and quote FOB US port or CFR/CIF Jebel Ali.
- Pro-forma invoice and payment: payment by bank transfer (wire) before loading.
- Packing: units are drained of fluids and secured on pallets or in crates suitable for ocean freight.
- Inland and ocean freight: rail or truck to the port, then container shipping to Jebel Ali – typically 30–40 days at sea plus inland time.
- Documents: commercial invoice, packing list and bill of lading are sent to you or your clearing agent; we file US export data where required.
Customs and documents for the UAE
Imports into Dubai are cleared by Dubai Customs and need an importer registered with a customs code (or a licensed clearing agent). The general GCC customs duty on most goods is 5% of the CIF value, plus 5% UAE VAT – confirm the exact treatment for your goods with your clearing agent. Typical HS headings:
| Item | HS heading (guide) |
|---|---|
| Petrol (spark-ignition) car engines | 8407 |
| Diesel (compression-ignition) engines | 8408 |
| Gearboxes for motor vehicles | 8708.40 |
Final classification is made by the importer or clearing agent.
Popular engines and gearboxes for the UAE market
- Lexus and Nissan engines for SUVs that dominate Gulf roads.
- Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi and Land Rover engines for luxury vehicles.
- 4×4 gearboxes for desert driving.
- Hyundai, Kia and Mitsubishi engines for taxis and commercial fleets.
UAE vehicles are left-hand drive, like the USA, so American-market engines and gearboxes are a natural fit once codes are matched.
Dubai & UAE FAQs
Can I import used engines from the USA to Dubai?
Yes. A-1 Auto Parts ships used engines and gearboxes from Omaha, USA to Jebel Ali Port by ocean container. The importer or a licensed clearing agent clears the goods with Dubai Customs.
How long does shipping from the USA to Jebel Ali take?
Ocean transit from a US port to Jebel Ali is typically 30–40 days. Including inland freight from Omaha and port handling, allow about 35–50 days in total.
What import duty applies to used engines in the UAE?
The standard GCC customs duty is generally 5% of the CIF value, and 5% VAT applies. Confirm the exact duty for your goods with your clearing agent or Dubai Customs.
Do you supply used engine traders in Sharjah?
Yes. We quote wholesale prices for mixed loads of engines and gearboxes delivered to Jebel Ali for traders in Sharjah, Dubai and Ajman.
Which documents do you provide for UAE customs?
We provide a commercial invoice, packing list and bill of lading, and file US export information where required. Certificates of origin can be arranged on request.
We also export to Ghana and Kazakhstan.