Policy & Legal Updates
UAE Updates Official Customs Duty and Tariff Guidelines for Commercial Imports
The UAE federal government updated its official customs duty and tariff documentation across all emirates on October 28, 2026. The standard customs tariff remains at 5 percent of CIF value, with higher rates applied to alcohol and tobacco. Imports from GCC nations qualify for domestic treatment if at least 40 percent of raw materials originate within the bloc.
