Documents Needed to Ship from the UAE to India

To ship a parcel from the UAE to India you need the item details for customs (description, HS code, country of manufacture and value) and a complete Indian address with PIN code and mobile number. For personal parcels Indian customs may ask the recipient for KYC documents, such as a copy of the Aadhaar card or passport. Commercial shipments need a commercial invoice and the importer’s IEC (Importer Exporter Code).

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Live sample prices

Cheapest price per carrier for one box from Dubai, in AED, including our service, as of 2026-10-23. Import duties at destination are not included.

Destination Weight Aramex FedEx
India · Mumbai 1 kg 152 AED 136 AED
India · Mumbai 5 kg 402 AED 400 AED

Green = cheaper in that row. 1 kg box 20×15×10 cm, 5 kg box 40×30×20 cm. Your price depends on your weight, box size and destination city. Full shipping details for this country

What to prepare

  • The item details you enter when booking: description, HS code, country of manufacture, quantity and the real value. For goods for sale, also attach the seller’s commercial invoice.
  • Recipient’s full name, Indian mobile number and complete address with the 6-digit PIN code.
  • For personal parcels: the recipient should keep a copy of the Aadhaar card or passport ready in case customs asks for KYC.
  • For commercial goods: the importer’s IEC number.

Duties in India

Import duty and IGST are set by Indian customs from the item and the declared value, and are normally paid by the recipient before delivery.

Frequently asked questions

Does the recipient in India need KYC documents?

For personal parcels Indian customs may ask for them, usually a copy of the Aadhaar card or passport. Ask the recipient to keep them ready.

What is an IEC and do I need one?

The Importer Exporter Code is required for commercial imports into India. Personal parcels and gifts do not need one.

Which is cheaper to India, Aramex or FedEx?

It changes by weight. See the live sample prices on this page, or get a price for your exact box in the calculator.

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