Sea Freight
Full containers from Jebel Ali to Mombasa, then by road or SGR rail to Nairobi ICD.
- Options: 20ft, 40ft and 40ft high cube containers, plus flat racks and open tops
- Average transit: 7 to 10 days to Mombasa
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Shipping from Dubai to Kenya
Sea freight from Jebel Ali to Mombasa, air cargo to Nairobi and machinery shipping from Dubai to Kenya, with a network partner office in Kenya for clearance and delivery.
Overview
Shipping from Dubai to Kenya: one of the shortest sea routes to Africa
MegaSpeed Cargo ships full containers, machinery, vehicles and air cargo from Dubai to Kenya. Jebel Ali to Mombasa takes about 7 to 10 days by sea, and air cargo reaches Nairobi in 2 to 4 days. Our network partner office in Kenya clears and delivers it.
Jebel Ali to Mombasa is one of the fastest container routes from the Gulf to Africa. From Mombasa, cargo goes by road or by SGR rail to the Nairobi inland container depot.
Kenya is also the gateway for Uganda, Rwanda, South Sudan and eastern Congo. If your cargo is moving on, see those pages: we route it in transit under bond.
- Route
- Jebel Ali to Mombasa, then road or rail
- In Kenya
- Network partner office for clearance and delivery
- By sea
- About 7 to 10 days to Mombasa
- By air
- 2 to 4 days to Nairobi or Mombasa
- Driving side
- Left: right-hand-drive vehicles only
- Experience
- 40+ years in the industry
Services
Freight services from Dubai to Kenya
Full containers through Mombasa carry most of our Kenya cargo. Air covers urgent goods into Nairobi.
Air Freight
Air cargo from Dubai to Nairobi (JKIA) and Mombasa.
- Average transit: 2 to 4 days from Dubai
- Minimum: 45 kg chargeable weight
Vehicle Shipping
Right-hand-drive vehicles, trucks and machinery. Kenya does not register left-hand-drive cars, which rules out most UAE-market cars.
- 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
Construction, agricultural and industrial machinery on flat racks or RoRo to Mombasa.
Best for: construction, mining and farm equipment
Heavy machinery shippingRoute and transit
From Jebel Ali to Kenya
Most Kenya cargo goes by sea to Mombasa. Cargo for Nairobi can move on the Standard Gauge Railway to the Nairobi inland container depot.
- Jebel Ali, DubaiExport clearance and loading.
- MombasaDischarge and KRA clearance, or transfer to SGR.
- Nairobi ICD or your doorClearance at Nairobi or delivery by road.
| Route | Mode | Average transit |
|---|---|---|
| Jebel Ali to Mombasa | Sea | 7 to 10 days |
| Dubai to Nairobi or Mombasa | Air | 2 to 4 days |
| China, Vietnam or Europe to Kenya | 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 vehicle from Dubai to Kenya
Kenya has some of the strictest used-vehicle rules in Africa. Check these before buying a car in Dubai.
Kenya vehicle rules
- Right-hand-drive vehicles only, apart from special-purpose vehicles
- Age limit under KEBS rules: for 2026, the year of first registration must be 2019 or later
- Pre-export inspection by a KEBS-appointed agency, available in the UAE
- KRA charges duty, excise, VAT and levies on the CRSP value
How we ship it
- Container to Mombasa, up to 6 cars in a 40ft
- RoRo to Mombasa where a sailing suits
- Air for urgent units
- Our partner office clears the vehicle and arranges KRA registration papers
Most cars sold in Dubai are left-hand drive and cannot be registered in Kenya. We mainly ship right-hand-drive units, trucks and plant to Kenya. Ask us before you buy.
Customs and documents
Kenya customs and paperwork
The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) clears imports through the KenTrade single window and the iCMS system. Duty follows the EAC Common External Tariff and VAT is 16%.
Duties and taxes
- Import duty under the EAC Common External Tariff
- VAT at 16%
- Import Declaration Fee and Railway Development Levy
- Excise on vehicles and some goods
Documents we need
- Commercial invoice and packing list
- Bill of Lading or Air Waybill
- Importer's KRA PIN
- KEBS Certificate of Conformity for regulated goods
- Vehicles: inspection certificate, export certificate, logbook
Check before you buy
- Many goods need a KEBS Certificate of Conformity from pre-export inspection
- Vehicle age and steering rules
- Food, medicines and cosmetics need approvals
- Second-hand goods may need extra checks
What we ship
What our clients ship to Kenya
Kenyan clients ship machinery, building products and stock for shops from Dubai. These are our main lines.
- Heavy machinery
- Building materials
- Electronics
- Furniture
- Spare parts
- Generators
- Solar equipment
- Textiles
- Household goods
How it works
Shipping to Kenya 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 Kenya. 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 confirm the KRA PIN and whether a KEBS Certificate of Conformity is needed 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 in Kenya clears the cargo with KRA and delivers it.
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 Kenya: common questions
How long does shipping from Dubai to Kenya take?
About 7 to 10 days by sea from Jebel Ali to Mombasa, and 2 to 4 days by air. We confirm the transit with each quote.
Do you have an office in Kenya?
We work with a network partner office in Kenya for clearance and delivery, while our Dubai team manages booking and export.
Can I ship a car from Dubai to Kenya?
Only right-hand-drive vehicles that meet the KEBS age limit. For 2026, the year of first registration must be 2019 or later, and the vehicle needs pre-export inspection.
Which port do you use for Kenya?
Mombasa. Nairobi cargo can then move by road or SGR rail to the Nairobi inland container depot.
Do you ship to Uganda and Rwanda through Kenya?
Yes. We route cargo through Mombasa to Uganda, Rwanda, South Sudan and eastern Congo, and we have our own offices in Uganda and Rwanda.
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 Kenya from China?
Yes. Air freight from China to Kenya takes about 5 to 7 days on average.
Get a Free Quote
Request a shipping quote from Dubai
Leave your name, a WhatsApp number or email, and a short note on what you need. Our team will come back to you with a tailored quote.
- 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.