Sea Freight
Full containers from Jebel Ali to Laem Chabang, 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 Thailand
Full containers, vehicles, machinery and air cargo from Dubai to Thailand, cleared and delivered by our network partner office in Thailand.
Overview
Shipping from Dubai to Thailand
MegaSpeed Cargo ships full containers, vehicles, machinery and air cargo from Dubai to Thailand. Containers sail from Jebel Ali to Laem Chabang, Thailand's main deep-sea port, and air cargo flies to Bangkok. Our network partner office in Thailand handles customs clearance and delivery, and we confirm the current transit time with each quote.
Laem Chabang, south-east of Bangkok, handles most of Thailand's containers, and Bangkok port takes smaller vessels.
Our clients ship machinery, recyclables, building products, re-export goods and household goods for families moving home to Thailand. Send us the details for a quote on current sailings.
- Ports
- Laem Chabang, Bangkok
- Airports
- Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK)
- In Thailand
- Network partner office for clearance and delivery
- Transit
- Confirmed with each quote
- Driving side
- Left: right-hand-drive vehicles
- Experience
- 40+ years in the industry
Services
Freight services from Dubai to Thailand
Most cargo to Thailand 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 Bangkok.
- 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 Thailand 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 Laem Chabang.
Best for: construction, mining and farm equipment
Heavy machinery shippingRoute and transit
How cargo travels from Dubai to Thailand
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.
- Laem ChabangDischarge and customs clearance in Thailand.
- Your doorDelivery anywhere in Thailand.
| Route | Mode | Average transit |
|---|---|---|
| Jebel Ali to Laem Chabang | Sea | Confirmed with each quote |
| Dubai to Bangkok | 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 Thailand
Thailand drives on the left and restricts used car imports, so cars from the UAE are rarely possible.
Thailand vehicle rules
- Drives on the left
- Used car imports need a permit, rarely granted
- High duty and excise on cars
- Registration with the Department of Land Transport
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 Thailand without approval.
Customs and documents
Thailand customs and paperwork
Thai Customs clears imports. Duty depends on the HS code, and VAT is charged on top.
Duties and taxes
- Customs duty by HS code
- VAT at 7% on the customs value plus duty
- Excise 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 tax ID in Thailand
- Certificate of origin
Check before you buy
- Used goods may need permits
- Food needs Thai FDA approval
- Some electrical goods need TISI marks
- Declared values are checked
What we ship
What our clients ship to Thailand
Our clients in Thailand are importers, contractors, dealers and families. These are the goods we move most often.
- Machinery
- Plastics and chemicals
- Aluminium and metals
- Spare parts
- Re-export goods
- Personal effects
- Household goods
- Samples
How it works
Shipping to Thailand 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 Thailand. 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 Thailand 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 Thailand: common questions
How long does shipping from Dubai to Thailand take?
It depends on the routing and the sailing. Sea freight to Laem Chabang 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 Thailand?
We work with a network partner office in Thailand that clears and delivers our clients' cargo. Our Dubai team manages the booking, export clearance and your updates.
Which Thai port do you use?
Mainly Laem Chabang, with Bangkok port for smaller vessels and some cargo.
What VAT applies in Thailand?
VAT at 7% on the customs value plus duty.
Can I ship a car from Dubai to Thailand?
Rarely. Thailand drives on the left and restricts used car imports. 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.