Sea Freight
Full containers from Jebel Ali to Kaohsiung, with delivery to your door through our partner office.
- Options: 20ft, 40ft and 40ft high cube containers, plus flat racks and open tops
- Average transit: confirmed with each quote
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Shipping from Dubai to Taiwan
Full containers, vehicles, machinery and air cargo from Dubai to Taiwan, cleared and delivered by our network partner office in Taiwan.
Overview
Shipping from Dubai to Taiwan
MegaSpeed Cargo ships full containers, vehicles, machinery and air cargo from Dubai to Taiwan. Containers sail from Jebel Ali to Kaohsiung, Taiwan's main port, and air cargo flies to Taipei Taoyuan. Our network partner office in Taiwan handles customs clearance and delivery, and we confirm the current transit time with each quote.
Kaohsiung in the south is Taiwan's largest container port, with Keelung, Taipei and Taichung serving the north and centre.
Our clients ship machinery, recyclables, building products, re-export goods and household goods for families moving home to Taiwan. Send us the details for a quote on current sailings.
- Ports
- Kaohsiung, Keelung, Taipei, Taichung
- Airports
- Taipei Taoyuan (TPE)
- In Taiwan
- Network partner office for clearance and delivery
- Transit
- Confirmed with each quote
- Driving side
- Right: left-hand-drive vehicles
- Experience
- 40+ years in the industry
Services
Freight services from Dubai to Taiwan
Most cargo to Taiwan goes by sea in full containers. Air suits urgent parts and smaller, high-value shipments of 45 kg and up.
Air Freight
Air cargo from Dubai to Taipei Taoyuan.
- Average transit: confirmed with each quote
- Minimum: 45 kg chargeable weight
Vehicle Shipping
Vehicles in containers or by RoRo where a sailing suits, and by air for urgent units. Check the Taiwan import rules first.
- 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 and industrial machinery on flat racks, open tops or RoRo to Kaohsiung.
Best for: construction, mining and farm equipment
Heavy machinery shippingRoute and transit
How cargo travels from Dubai to Taiwan
Containers leave Jebel Ali on a direct service or change vessel at a hub on the way. We pick the routing by sailing dates and the delivery address.
- Jebel Ali, DubaiExport clearance and loading at our Jebel Ali facility.
- At seaDirect service or a transhipment on the way, depending on the sailing.
- KaohsiungDischarge and customs clearance in Taiwan.
- Your doorDelivery anywhere in Taiwan.
| Route | Mode | Average transit |
|---|---|---|
| Jebel Ali to Kaohsiung | Sea | Confirmed with each quote |
| Dubai to Taipei Taoyuan | Air | Confirmed with each quote |
Transit depends on the routing, the border or the sailing and flight schedule, so we confirm it with each quote.
Vehicles
Shipping a car from Dubai to Taiwan
Taiwan drives on the right, but imported cars need safety and emission approval before registration.
Taiwan vehicle rules
- Safety and emission approval before registration
- Duty, commodity tax and business tax on the value
- Inspection on arrival
- Registration with the motor vehicles office
How we ship it
- In a container: up to 6 cars in a 40ft
- RoRo where a sailing suits
- By air when the car is needed quickly
- Our partner office clears the car and hands over the release papers
Send us the car details before you buy. Most vehicles from the UAE cannot be registered in Taiwan without approval.
Customs and documents
Taiwan customs and paperwork
Taiwan's Customs Administration clears imports. Duty depends on the HS code, and business tax is charged on top.
Duties and taxes
- Customs duty by HS code
- Business tax (VAT) at 5% on the customs value plus duty
- Commodity tax on some goods
- Port, handling and broker charges on arrival
Documents we need
- Commercial invoice and packing list
- Bill of Lading or Air Waybill
- Importer's business registration in Taiwan
- Certificate of origin
Check before you buy
- Some goods need BSMI inspection
- Food needs registration
- Used goods may need approval
- Declared values are checked
What we ship
What our clients ship to Taiwan
Our clients in Taiwan are importers, contractors, dealers and families. These are the goods we move most often.
- Machinery
- Aluminium and metals
- Plastics and chemicals
- Recyclables
- Spare parts
- Re-export goods
- Personal effects
- Samples
How it works
Shipping to Taiwan 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 Taiwan. 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 check the importer's details, any permits and the vehicle rules before anything is loaded.
- 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 Taiwan clears the cargo and delivers it.
Asia
More destinations in Asia
We ship from Dubai to these Asian countries, with network partner offices on the ground.
FAQ
Shipping from Dubai to Taiwan: common questions
How long does shipping from Dubai to Taiwan take?
It depends on the routing and the sailing. Sea freight to Kaohsiung takes from several days to a few weeks, and air cargo takes a few days. We confirm the current transit time with each quote.
Do you have an office in Taiwan?
We work with a network partner office in Taiwan that clears and delivers our clients' cargo. Our Dubai team manages the booking, export clearance and your updates.
Which Taiwanese port do you ship to?
Mainly Kaohsiung, with Keelung, Taipei or Taichung for the north and centre.
What tax applies to imports into Taiwan?
Business tax at 5% on the customs value plus duty, with commodity tax on some goods.
Can I ship a car from Dubai to Taiwan?
Possibly, but imported cars need safety and emission approval. Ask us before you buy.
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.
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.