Sea Freight
Full containers from Jebel Ali to Mersin, 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 Turkey
Full containers, vehicles, machinery and air cargo from Dubai to Turkey through Mersin, Istanbul and Izmir, cleared and delivered by our network partner office in Turkey.
Overview
Shipping from Dubai to Turkey
MegaSpeed Cargo ships full containers, vehicles, machinery and air cargo from Dubai to Turkey. Sea freight leaves Jebel Ali for Mersin, Istanbul or Izmir, and air cargo flies to Istanbul. Our network partner office in Turkey handles customs clearance and delivery, and we confirm the current transit time with each quote.
Mersin on the Mediterranean is Turkey's biggest container port for cargo from the Gulf and serves southern and central Anatolia. Ambarlı and Gemlik serve Istanbul and the Marmara region, and Izmir serves the Aegean coast.
Turkey is in a customs union with the EU for industrial goods, and the UAE and Turkey have a trade agreement (CEPA) that can lower duty on goods made in the UAE. Tell us what you are shipping and we will check what applies.
- Ports
- Mersin, Istanbul (Ambarlı), Izmir, Gemlik
- Airports
- Istanbul (IST), Ankara (ESB), Izmir (ADB)
- In Turkey
- 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 Turkey
Most cargo to Turkey 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 Istanbul.
- 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 Turkey 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, industrial and farm machinery on flat racks, open tops or RoRo to Mersin.
Best for: construction, mining and farm equipment
Heavy machinery shippingRoute and transit
How cargo travels from Dubai to Turkey
Containers from Jebel Ali reach Turkey on Mediterranean services, sometimes with a transhipment on the way. We pick the port by your delivery address.
- Jebel Ali, DubaiExport clearance and loading at our Jebel Ali facility.
- At seaDirect or transhipped service to the Mediterranean.
- Mersin, Istanbul or IzmirDischarge and clearance with Turkish Customs.
- Your doorDelivery anywhere in Turkey.
| Route | Mode | Average transit |
|---|---|---|
| Jebel Ali to Mersin | Sea | Confirmed with each quote |
| Jebel Ali to Istanbul (Ambarlı) | Sea | Confirmed with each quote |
| Dubai to Istanbul | Air | Confirmed with each quote |
| China to Turkey | Sea or air | Confirmed with each quote |
Transit depends on the routing and the sailing or flight schedule, so we confirm it with each quote.
Vehicles
Shipping a car from Dubai to Turkey
Turkey drives on the right, but its rules on used car imports are strict and the special consumption tax (ÖTV) can be very high. Check before you buy.
Turkey vehicle rules
- Used cars generally cannot be imported for sale
- Returning citizens and some residents may bring a car under conditions
- Special consumption tax (ÖTV) by engine size and value, plus VAT
- The car must meet Turkish technical rules to register
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
Turkey restricts used car imports. Send us the car details and the owner's status before you buy and we will check what applies.
Customs and documents
Turkey customs and paperwork
Turkish Customs, under the Ministry of Trade, clears imports. Duty depends on the HS code and the origin of the goods, and VAT is charged on top.
Duties and taxes
- Duty by HS code under the Turkish tariff
- Extra duty can apply to goods from some origins
- UAE-origin goods may qualify for lower duty under the CEPA
- VAT (KDV) on the customs value plus duty
Documents we need
- Commercial invoice and packing list
- Bill of Lading or Air Waybill
- Importer's Turkish tax number
- Certificate of origin, needed to claim CEPA rates
- Permits or conformity papers for regulated goods
Check before you buy
- Used cars and used machinery are restricted
- Some goods need TSE or conformity checks
- Food and cosmetics need approval
- Declared values are checked
What we ship
What our clients ship to Turkey
Our clients in Turkey are importers, contractors, dealers and families. These are the goods we move most often.
- Machinery
- Spare parts
- Electronics
- Building materials
- Plastics and chemicals
- Furniture
- Generators
- Household goods
How it works
Shipping to Turkey 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 Turkey. 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 Turkey clears the cargo and delivers it.
FAQ
Shipping from Dubai to Turkey: common questions
How long does shipping from Dubai to Turkey take?
It depends on the routing and the sailing. Sea freight to Mersin takes several weeks, and air cargo takes a few days. We confirm the current transit time with each quote.
Do you have an office in Turkey?
We work with a network partner office in Turkey that clears and delivers our clients' cargo. Our Dubai team manages the booking, export clearance and your updates.
Which Turkish ports do you ship to?
Mainly Mersin for southern and central Turkey, Ambarlı or Gemlik for Istanbul and Marmara, and Izmir for the Aegean.
Do goods from Dubai pay less duty in Turkey?
Goods made in the UAE may qualify for lower duty under the UAE and Turkey trade agreement (CEPA), with a valid certificate of origin. Goods only shipped from Dubai do not qualify by origin.
Can I ship a car from Dubai to Turkey?
Turkey restricts used car imports, and the special consumption tax can be very high. Returning citizens may bring a car under conditions. 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.
Do you ship to Turkey from China?
Yes. We ship from Chinese ports and airports to Turkey as well as from Dubai.
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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.