Courier from Chennai to the United Arab Emirates
Send parcels, gifts, food and documents to the United Arab Emirates — Dubai, Abu Dhabi, Sharjah, Ajman and across the country. Rates effective 16 July 2026.
Courier charges
Courier rates to the United Arab Emirates
2 service options. Choose one to see its rates.
Gulf Express
Example: a 10 kg parcel costs 10 × ₹550 = ₹5,500
Rates for 1 – 5 kg
Gulf Express — Duty Paid
Example: a 10 kg parcel costs 10 × ₹700 = ₹7,000
Rates for 1 – 5 kg
Compare all 2 options side by side
| Weight | Gulf Express | Duty Paid |
|---|---|---|
| 1 kg | ₹1,500 | ₹1,700 |
| 2 kg | ₹1,900 | ₹2,500 |
| 3 kg | ₹2,300 | ₹3,225 |
| 4 kg | ₹3,000 | ₹4,050 |
| 5 kg | ₹3,600 | ₹4,850 |
| 6–10 kg per kg | ₹550 | ₹700 |
| 11–15 kg per kg | ₹450 | ₹625 |
| 16–20 kg per kg | ₹450 | ₹595 |
| 21 kg+ per kg | ₹450 | ₹595 |
Prices in ₹, taxes as applicable. Charged on actual or volumetric weight, whichever is higher. Full terms
What you can send
- Clothes, sarees and textiles
- Books, documents and certificates
- Sealed snacks, sweets, pickles and spices
- Gifts, handicrafts and decor
- Personal items and accessories
Not allowed or restricted
- Meat, dairy and fresh produce
- Cash, gold, jewellery and valuables
- Perfumes, aerosols and flammable liquids
- Loose batteries and power banks
- Medicines without a prescription
Documents you need
- Sender’s ID proof — Aadhaar, passport or PAN
- Receiver’s full address, postcode and phone
- List of items with approximate value
- For business shipments: invoice and GST/IEC
FAQs
Courier to the UAE: common questions
What is the courier charge from Chennai to the UAE?
The 1 kg rate to the United Arab Emirates starts at ₹1,500. From 6 kg we charge per kg: on Gulf Express it is ₹550/kg for 6–10 kg, ₹450/kg for 11–15 kg, ₹450/kg for 16–20 kg, ₹450/kg for 21 kg and above. Rates are effective 16 July 2026.
How much does it cost to send 10 kg to the UAE?
On Gulf Express, a 10 kg parcel costs 10 × ₹550 = ₹5,500. The final price depends on the actual or volumetric weight, whichever is higher.
How long does a courier to the UAE take?
Gulf Express usually delivers in 3–5 working days after dispatch from Chennai. Customs checks at destination can occasionally add a day or two.
Do I have to pay customs duty in the UAE?
Not with our duty-paid option: on Gulf Express — Duty Paid the destination duties and taxes are included in the price. On other services, any duties are paid by the receiver.
Can I send food items to the UAE?
Dry, sealed and well-packed food such as snacks, sweets, pickles and spices can usually be sent. Meat, dairy and fresh produce are not allowed. Tell us what you are sending and we will confirm before you pack.
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