Sea Freight
Full containers from Jebel Ali to Beira, Maputo or Durban, then trucked to Harare, Bulawayo or your town.
- Options: 20ft, 40ft and 40ft high cube containers, plus flat racks and open tops
- Average transit: 30 to 40 days to Harare via Beira
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Shipping from Dubai to Zimbabwe
Containers, vehicles and air cargo from Dubai to Zimbabwe, by sea to Beira or Durban and then by road to Harare and Bulawayo.
Overview
Shipping from Dubai to landlocked Zimbabwe
MegaSpeed Cargo ships full containers, vehicles and air cargo from Dubai to Zimbabwe. Sea cargo to Harare via Beira takes about 30 to 40 days, and air cargo reaches Harare in 2 to 4 days. Our network partner office in Zimbabwe handles clearance and delivery.
Zimbabwe has no coast, so sea cargo lands at Beira or Maputo in Mozambique, or Durban in South Africa, and finishes by road. Beira is usually the shortest route to Harare.
Zimbabwe drives on the left. Most UAE cars are left-hand drive, so check the registration rules before you buy.
- Ports
- Beira, Maputo or Durban, then road
- In Zimbabwe
- Network partner office for clearance and delivery
- By sea
- About 30 to 40 days to Harare via Beira
- By air
- 2 to 4 days to Harare (HRE)
- Driving side
- Left
- Experience
- 40+ years in the industry
Services
Freight services from Dubai to Zimbabwe
Containers go by sea and road. Air is the fastest way into Harare.
Air Freight
Air cargo from Dubai to Robert Gabriel Mugabe International Airport, Harare.
- Average transit: 2 to 4 days from Dubai
- Minimum: 45 kg chargeable weight
Vehicle Shipping
Cars, pickups and trucks to Beira or Durban, then driven or trucked to Zimbabwe.
- Capacity: up to 6 cars in a 40ft container
- Also: RoRo where a sailing runs, or air for urgent units
Cars by Air
When a vehicle is needed quickly, we fly it from Dubai as air cargo, secured on an aircraft pallet.
Best for: high-value cars and urgent deliveries
Car shipping by airConsolidation
Buying from several suppliers in Dubai or Sharjah? We collect from each one, check the goods against your list and ship them together under one set of documents.
Best for: buyers sourcing from more than one supplier
Consolidation servicesHeavy Machinery
Mining and farm machinery to Beira or Durban, then on low-bed trucks.
Best for: construction, mining and farm equipment
Heavy machinery shippingRoute and transit
How cargo travels from Dubai to Zimbabwe
Every sea shipment uses a port in a neighbouring country and then the road.
- Jebel Ali, DubaiExport clearance and loading.
- Beira, Maputo or DurbanDischarge and transit entry.
- BorderRoad crossing into Zimbabwe.
- Harare or BulawayoZIMRA clearance and delivery.
| Route | Mode | Average transit |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai to Harare via Beira | Sea and road | 30 to 40 days |
| Dubai to Harare | Air | 2 to 4 days |
| China, India or Europe to Harare | Air | 5 to 7 days |
Transit times are averages from our recent shipments. They change with the sailing, the season and customs, so we confirm them with each quote.
Vehicles
Shipping a car from Dubai to Zimbabwe
Zimbabwe drives on the left. Most UAE cars are left-hand drive, so check registration before you buy.
Zimbabwe vehicle rules
- Zimbabwe drives on the left
- Duty, surtax and VAT assessed by ZIMRA
- Older vehicles attract a surtax
- Transit papers for the port country
How we ship it
- In a container to Beira or Durban, then by truck
- RoRo to Durban or Maputo where a sailing suits
- By air to Harare for urgent units
- Our partner office clears the car with ZIMRA
Send us the year, steering side and chassis number before you buy and we will check the current duty and surtax.
Customs and documents
Zimbabwe customs and paperwork
The Zimbabwe Revenue Authority (ZIMRA) clears imports at the border or inland. Duty is by HS code and VAT is 15%.
Duties and taxes
- Import duty by HS code
- VAT at 15%
- Surtax on older vehicles
- Transit charges in the port country
Documents we need
- Commercial invoice and packing list
- Bill of Lading or Air Waybill
- Importer's BP number
- Transit documents
- Vehicles: title, export certificate, ID
Check before you buy
- Vehicle age and steering side
- Some goods need import permits
- Food and medicines need approval
- Declared values are checked
What we ship
What our clients ship to Zimbabwe
Our Zimbabwe clients are traders, miners and farmers.
- Mining equipment
- Farm machinery
- Spare parts
- Cars and pickups
- Solar equipment
- Electronics
- Building materials
- Household goods
How it works
Shipping to Zimbabwe step by step
One team from quote to delivery, and one person to call.
- 01
Tell us the cargo
Send the goods, the pickup point in the UAE and the delivery town in Zimbabwe. Photos or a packing list help.
- 02
Quote and routing
We suggest sea or air and the best gateway, and quote the Dubai side and the arrival side separately.
- 03
Paperwork first
We prepare the transit papers and check any permits before loading.
- 04
Pickup and loading
We collect in the UAE, load at our Jebel Ali facility and send you photos of the cargo as it is loaded.
- 05
Transit updates
You get the Bill of Lading or Air Waybill, then updates from departure to arrival.
- 06
Clearance and delivery
Our network partner office clears the cargo with ZIMRA and delivers it.
Shipping guide
Shipping to Zimbabwe, Malawi and Zambia from Dubai: which port to use
Our guide compares Beira, Dar es Salaam, Maputo and Durban for each landlocked country.
Africa
More African destinations
Africa has been our main market for decades. We also ship from Dubai to these countries.
FAQ
Shipping from Dubai to Zimbabwe: common questions
How long does shipping from Dubai to Zimbabwe take?
About 30 to 40 days by sea to Beira and road to Harare. Air cargo takes 2 to 4 days.
Which port is used for Zimbabwe?
Usually Beira in Mozambique. We also use Maputo and Durban when they suit better.
Can I ship a car from Dubai to Zimbabwe?
Yes. Zimbabwe drives on the left and most UAE cars are left-hand drive, so check the rules and surtax first.
Do you have an office in Zimbabwe?
We work with a network partner office for clearance and delivery.
Is there a minimum for air freight?
Yes, 45 kg chargeable weight. We are a freight forwarder, not a courier, so we do not move documents or small parcels. Chargeable weight is the actual weight or the volumetric weight, whichever is higher.
Do you ship to Zimbabwe from China?
Yes. Air freight from China, India or Europe to Harare takes about 5 to 7 days.
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- 40+ years of shipping experience
- Sea, air, RoRo and heavy machinery freight
- Real answers on WhatsApp, not just a form
Call +971 4 344 6289 or +971 50 646 3985, or email enquiries@megaspeedcargo.com.