Dubai is the most significant international trading and economic hub in the Middle East. It has been known as a major centre for re-export since the 1960s. Dubai has a sophisticated and world class transportation infrastructure served by over 242 shipping lines and linked via 112 airlines to 165 destinations worldwide.

An increasing number of companies are setting up in Dubai because of its fast-track processing and registration of businesses, its strategic location, dynamic business atmosphere and the unparalleled incentives and services it offers to investors and businessmen.

Dubai Ports & Logistics

Dubai Ports World (DP) is one of the largest marine terminal operators in the world with 42 terminals in 22 countries and approximately 97,000 employees

Dubai Logistics City (DLC) is the world’s largest multi-logistics hub for air, sea and road services. It is the world's first truly integrated logistics platform with all transport modes and logistic services and the first stage of Dubai World Central. DLC was designed to be the logistic hub for GCC countries, the Middle East, Indian Sub-continent, Africa and Independent Commonwealth States, these being markets of more than two billion potential customers and located in a range of 3 to 4 hours by air. Dubai aims to handle over 12 million tonnes of air cargo per year through 16 air cargo terminals.

Dubai Export Development Corporation

Dubai Export Development Corporation (DEDC) has been established to provide exporters with the services required to enter or expand foreign markets including trade information and consultations for trademarks, financial and legal services, foreign trade offers and communication with potential buyers. The DEDC also undertakes an advocacy role for exporters in their relations with government and other relevant agencies through the formation of long-term and mutually beneficial partnerships. 

Dubai Chamber

Dubai Chamber plays a key role in supporting potential investors to develop and diversify their commercial activities and interacting with the local, regional and international business circles. Through its website, Dubai Chamber provides companies with many useful online services including Dubai Commercial Directory, issuance and verification of certificates of origin and other services that need registration in the website.

Dubai means eCommerce

Tejari is the Middle East’s premier online business-to-business marketplace that allows companies to buy and sell goods and services online. Tejari launched mylinkDubai.com for all businesses and companies registered with the Dubai Department of Economic Development (DED). It is an advanced gateway for companies to open more horizons to develop their business and expand their commercial operations.

Dubai Chamber, in co-operation with Tejari, has launched a portal, DubaiBizMatch.com, as a web platform for electronic trade among companies.

Dubai Chamber has launched another portal, World Trade Point Federation, which assists all its subscribers in achieving their marketing objectives and enables them to enter international markets through the eCommerce system. The portal also allows its subscribers the chance to use the Global Trade Information Network, which contains thousands of investment opportunities and many other services related to global trade.

Customs Regulations

Trade in Dubai is governed by clear rules and regulations and imported goods are subject to the observed customs regulations. Click here for the customs regulations related to the tax-free goods permitted to be imported.
You can also benefit from these useful links on trade in Dubai and the UAE.