Relocation to Dubai
Your reliable partner for Relocation to Dubai. Koch Umzugslogistik – for 125 years.
Dubai and the United Arab Emirates attract more and more German professionals and entrepreneurs. Koch Umzugslogistik organises your move to Dubai professionally and reliably – from packing in Germany and sea freight via Jebel Ali Port to setting up your new home in Dubai Marina, Downtown or JBR.
UAE import regulations require particular attention: alcohol, certain medications and religious literature are subject to restrictions. All goods must be cleared by Dubai Customs. Our team prepares the required documents, coordinates with our local partner and ensures your container passes through customs without delay. Transit time by sea freight is just 3–4 weeks.
Your Benefits for Relocation to Dubai
Customs and Import Regulations for Dubai
Official country guide from the International Association of Movers (IAM) with full details on customs, documents and import restrictions.
Schedule Video Survey
Convenient from home – show us your apartment via video call.
How It Works
Initial consultation: Contact Christian Braunschweig for a personal conversation about your destination country, costs and timeline.
Survey and fixed-price quote: With an on-site or video survey, we draw up an inventory list and a binding fixed-price quote.
Packing and shipping: Export-grade packing, customs documents and the optimal transport route – whether sea container, groupage or air freight.
Delivery and setup: Our local partner network handles customs clearance, delivery and furniture setup.
FAQ: Relocation to Dubai
How long does a move to Dubai take?
Sea freight to Dubai takes around 3–4 weeks. Including packing and customs clearance, plan for 6–8 weeks in total. Air freight is possible in 5–7 days, but is best suited to smaller or urgent shipments.
What does a move to Dubai cost?
For a full move of a three-room apartment, costs are around EUR 7,500–9,500 by sea freight. The price depends on volume and additional services. After a survey we prepare a binding fixed-price quote.
Which items may not be imported into Dubai?
The UAE prohibits the import of alcohol (except with a licence), certain medications, pork products and material classified as offensive. Our team advises you on the import regulations in advance and ensures your container clears customs without trouble.