Moving from Dubai to Egypt
London Moving Services ships household goods and personal effects from Dubai to Egypt on a door to door basis. We arrange professional export packing in Dubai, ocean freight from Jebel Ali to Alexandria, Egyptian customs clearance through our Egypt-based branch London International Moving Services LLC, and delivery to Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, and other Egyptian cities. Our Egypt office can also be reached directly at egyptmovers.com.
- Door to door — Dubai to Cairo, Giza, or Alexandria
- Customs duties included — no surprises on arrival
- Egypt-based company handling the destination side
- Years of direct Alexandria port clearance experience
- LCL groupage and FCL 20ft container options
- Transit guide of about 2 to 4 weeks
Dubai to Egypt is one of our strongest routes
Moving from Dubai to Egypt needs more than ocean freight. The destination side in Egypt is where most shipments slow down — incomplete documentation, unknown agents at Alexandria port, unexpected duty charges on arrival, and no reliable delivery network.
London Moving Services is an IAM Trusted Mover, BIFA and FIATA accredited company with an Egypt-based branch — London International Moving Services LLC — handling the destination side. Our Egypt team manages customs clearance at Alexandria, coordinates port release, and delivers to your door — with all applicable duties included in your quote upfront so there are no surprises. Contact our Egypt office directly at egyptmovers.com or admin@egyptmovers.com.
London International Moving Services LLC — our Egypt branch manages the destination side. egyptmovers.com
All applicable Egyptian customs duties are calculated and included in your quote. No surprise charges when goods arrive.
Years of direct clearance experience at Alexandria. We know the process, the documentation, and the people.
From your Dubai address to your Egyptian home. Packing, freight, customs, delivery — all one service.
Duties included — no surprises on arrival
The most common complaint about Dubai to Egypt shipments is unexpected customs duty charges at the port. Many companies quote only the freight cost and leave you to discover the duty liability when goods arrive in Alexandria — sometimes running to hundreds of pounds.
London Moving Services calculates applicable Egyptian customs duties as part of your quote. What you agree upfront is what you pay. Our Egypt-based team manages the full clearance process, and our years of Alexandria port experience mean we know exactly what to declare, how to declare it, and how to minimise your duty exposure legally.
What our Egypt-based team handles
- Full documentation prepared before loading in Dubai — packing list, commercial invoice, Bill of Lading, passport copy
- Egyptian customs entry submitted and managed by our Alexandria team
- Duties assessed, calculated, and included in your quote upfront
- Guidance on duty relief available to returning Egyptian nationals
- Port release and final delivery to your Egyptian address
Why choose London Moving Services for Dubai to Egypt
| What matters on this route | How we help |
|---|---|
| Duties included upfront | All applicable Egyptian customs duties calculated and included in your quote — no surprise charges on arrival |
| Egypt-based operation | Our team in Egypt handles customs clearance and delivery locally — not a stranger we referred you to |
| Alexandria port experience | Years of direct clearance experience at Alexandria — we know the process, the documentation, and how to avoid delays |
| True door to door | Dubai front door to Egyptian front door — packing, freight, customs, delivery, all one service |
| Returning nationals — duty relief | We advise on Egyptian customs relief available to nationals returning with personal effects |
| Single point of contact | One coordinator manages the full journey — Dubai packing to Egypt delivery |
| Industry accreditations | IAM Trusted Mover · BIFA Member · FIATA Member |
What we can ship from Dubai to Egypt
We handle household goods and personal effects for customers moving from Dubai to Egypt.
Clothing, books, toys, kitchenware, and daily household items.
Sofas, beds, wardrobes, dining tables, chairs, and sideboards.
White goods and electrical appliances packed and protected for ocean transit.
Glassware, mirrors, artwork, and delicate items with export grade packing.
How the move works
Send your inventory list or photos. We estimate the volume and issue a fixed door to door quote in GBP for delivery to your Egyptian address.
Our Dubai partner attends your address, packs all items to export standard, labels the shipment, and prepares the inventory and origin documents.
Your shipment loads at Jebel Ali and sails to Alexandria. LCL groupage shares container space. FCL gives you a dedicated 20ft container.
We manage the clearance process through our Alexandria port support and submit the documentation in advance to reduce delay.
We deliver to your Egyptian home in Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, or another destination. Room placement and unpacking can be arranged on request.
Shipping options from Dubai to Egypt
LCL groupage
Best for smaller loads. You share container space and pay only for the volume you use. Ideal for apartments, partial households, and shipments under about 15 cubic metres.
- Cost efficient for smaller shipments
- Common choice for 1 to 15 cubic metres
- Regular sailings from Jebel Ali to Alexandria
FCL full container
Your own dedicated container with no shared loading. Best for larger homes or for customers who want more control over the shipment.
- Good for larger homes and higher volume moves
- Dedicated space with no mixed loading
- 20ft container available
Guide prices for Dubai to Egypt shipping
All prices are guide prices in GBP and include packing in Dubai, ocean freight, Egyptian customs clearance, and delivery to your Egyptian address.
| Service | Typical volume | Transit guide | Guide price |
|---|---|---|---|
| LCL groupage | 1 to 5 m³ | About 2 to 3 weeks | £900 to £1,600 |
| LCL groupage | 5 to 15 m³ | About 2 to 4 weeks | £1,600 to £3,000 |
| FCL 20ft container | 25 to 32 m³ | About 2 to 3 weeks | £3,500 to £4,800 |
Guide prices are for planning only. All applicable Egyptian customs duties are included in your final quoted price — no additional charges on arrival. Marine insurance is optional. This route is usually faster than Dubai to the UK because Alexandria is much closer than UK ports.
What affects the cost of shipping from Dubai to Egypt
- Total volume in cubic metres
- LCL groupage or FCL full container
- Level of packing service in Dubai
- Lift access, stairs, or building restrictions at origin
- Egypt delivery city and final access conditions
- Egyptian customs duty position where applicable
- Special handling for fragile, oversized, or high value items
Documents required for Dubai to Egypt shipping
Egyptian customs requires a full document set. We prepare the shipping documents and guide you on the personal documents required from your side.
You provide
- Egyptian national ID or valid passport copy
- UAE residency visa copy where relevant
- Egypt delivery address
- Contact name and phone number in Egypt for delivery coordination
We prepare
- Detailed packing list with item descriptions
- Commercial invoice for customs purposes
- Bill of Lading
- Egyptian customs entry submission through our Alexandria support
- Delivery booking and access coordination
What is included in our Dubai to Egypt quote
| Service item | Status |
|---|---|
| Professional packing at Dubai address | Included |
| Export packing list and inventory | Included |
| UAE export customs handling | Included |
| Ocean freight from Jebel Ali to Alexandria | Included |
| Egyptian customs clearance at Alexandria | Included |
| Egyptian customs duties | Included — calculated and confirmed in your quote upfront |
| Door delivery to Egyptian address | Included |
| Marine insurance | Optional, ask for details |
Items we cannot ship
Some items are restricted or prohibited on international routes. Egyptian customs also has specific import restrictions, so check with us before packing anything unusual.
- Aerosols and gas canisters
- Paint, solvents, and flammable liquids
- Fireworks and corrosive substances
- Cash and bank instruments
- Jewellery and precious stones
- Important original documents
- Fresh or frozen food
- Plants, seeds, and soil
- Items that spoil in transit
- Weapons and ammunition
- Narcotics and banned substances
- Counterfeit goods
Not sure if an item can be shipped to Egypt? Contact us before packing and we will advise you directly.
Frequently asked questions
How long does shipping from Dubai to Egypt take?
Ocean transit from Jebel Ali to Alexandria is typically about 10 to 16 days. Total door to door timing including packing, loading, customs clearance, and Egypt delivery is usually about 2 to 4 weeks for LCL groupage and about 2 to 3 weeks for FCL.
How does Egyptian customs clearance work?
We handle Egyptian customs clearance through established support at Alexandria port. We prepare the documentation before loading in Dubai, including the packing list, commercial invoice, Bill of Lading, and passport copy, then manage the customs side on arrival and monitor the release process.
Will I have to pay Egyptian customs duty on my personal belongings?
Egyptian customs duty is included in your LMS quote — it is calculated upfront as part of your total price so there are no surprise charges when goods arrive at Alexandria. If you are a returning Egyptian national who qualifies for customs relief on personal effects, we assess this during the quoting process and the relief is reflected in your final price.
Can you deliver to Cairo, Giza, and Alexandria?
Yes. We deliver to Cairo, Giza, Alexandria, and other Egyptian destinations. For locations outside the main cities, ask us and we will confirm coverage when quoting.
Are customs duties included in the price?
Yes. This is one of the things that sets LMS apart on this route. All applicable Egyptian customs duties are calculated and included in your confirmed quote. You will not receive an unexpected bill at Alexandria port. If duty relief applies because you are a returning Egyptian national, we will advise on that during the quoting process and adjust accordingly.
Do I need to be in Dubai when the packing happens?
Ideally yes, so you can confirm the inventory and guide the team. If you have already left Dubai, we may still be able to coordinate through a trusted contact at the property if this is arranged in advance.
Can you also ship from Saudi Arabia or Abu Dhabi to Egypt?
Yes. We can arrange shipments from other GCC countries to Egypt. Request a quote with your exact origin city and we will advise on the route and process.
Are you an accredited removals company?
Yes. London Moving Services is an IAM Trusted Mover, a BIFA member, and a FIATA member. Our Egypt branch is London International Moving Services LLC — contact us at egyptmovers.com or +20 100 180 4666.
How do I get a quote?
Send your inventory list or photos using our quote form, email us at admin@egyptmovers.com, or call our Egypt office on +20 100 180 4666. We can also arrange a video survey to estimate your volume accurately.
Are you a removal or freight company in Dubai?
London International Moving Services LLC is available as your destination agent in Egypt. If you handle shipments out of Dubai and need a reliable, experienced partner to manage customs clearance and door delivery in Egypt, we can work with you on a formal agent basis.
We handle customs clearance at Alexandria port and final delivery across Egypt on behalf of your company.
London International Moving Services LLC has established clearance contacts and a proven Egypt delivery network.
We work with your paperwork and customs requirements — all shipment types handled.
Egypt delivery cities
We deliver to any Egyptian address. Common destinations include:
Related routes
Ready to ship from Dubai to Egypt
Send us your list of items and we will confirm packing dates in Dubai, your sailing schedule, and a fixed door to door price with duties included.
Egypt office: egyptmovers.com — London International Moving Services LLC
Chat with us!