Direct Japan Car Auction Sourcing & Exports to the UAE
Factory LHD German & Luxury Imports Delivered to Jebel Ali Port
Why Japan-Spec?
LHD Luxury
Specializing in Left-Hand Drive German models, status symbols in Japan kept in pristine condition
Legacy of Trust
28 years (since 1998) of direct access to top Japanese auctions (USS, TAA).
Auction Grade Integrity
Full transparency with original Japanese Export Certificates and mileage verification.
COST CALCULATOR
Calculate FOB Japan cost for a single unit Or multiple units before purchase.
CIF CALCULATOR
Calculate total cost instantly including car price, marine insurance, and shipping freight.
VERIFIED BANKING
Official Mizuho Bank account details for JPY & USD$ international wire transfers.
TRANSIT TIME – JAPAN TO UAE (DUBAI / JEBEL ALI / SHARJAH)
1 — Ro/Ro Shipping: Japan → UAE (Dubai / Jebel Ali / Sharjah)
| Route / Segment | Transit Time | Important Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Yokohama / Nagoya / Kobe → Singapore | 6–9 days | Singapore is the main Ro/Ro consolidation hub for Middle East routes. |
| Singapore → Dubai (Jebel Ali) | 12–16 days | Regular Ro/Ro feeder services; stable schedules. |
| Dubai → Sharjah (if applicable) | 1 day | Local transfer by truck or feeder. |
| Port Discharge → Local Release | 1–3 days | UAE ports are highly efficient with vehicle handling. |
| Total Transit Time (Japan → UAE) | 19–28 days | One of the fastest long‑haul Ro/Ro routes from Japan. |
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TRANSIT TIME – JAPAN TO UAE (DUBAI / JEBEL ALI / SHARJAH)
2 — Container Shipping: Japan → UAE (Dubai / Jebel Ali / Sharjah)
| Route / Segment | Transit Time | Important Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Yokohama / Tokyo / Nagoya → Singapore / Port Klang | 5–8 days | Multiple weekly container services from Japan. |
| Hub → Dubai (Jebel Ali) | 10–14 days | Frequent container feeders via Singapore or Malaysia. |
| Dubai → Sharjah (if applicable) | 1 day | Local trucking or short‑haul feeder. |
| Port Discharge → Local Release | 1–3 days | Container clearance may take slightly longer than Ro/Ro. |
| Total Transit Time (Japan → UAE) | 16–25 days | Very stable and predictable container schedules. |
Duty & Tax Breakdown
Alert
The “10-Year Rule”
Vehicles older than 10 years are not recommended by Customs
Excise Duty
0%
Custom Duty
5% (Standard for most passenger vehicles).
ST (Sales Tax)
0% .
Vat
5%
Popular 2016–2018 Models from Japan
| Model | Popular Chassis (1-5 Years) | Why UAE Loves It |
| Mercedes-Benz S-Class (2018 Facelift) | ABA-222066 (S400), ABA-222176C (S600) | Coveted for executive transport in Dubai. |
| BMW 5 Series (G30, 2017-2018) | DBA-JB20 (523i), DBA-JB30 (540i) | Popular for its modern digital cockpit and M-Sport trims. |
| Porsche Macan (2016-2018): | ABA-95BCTM (Macan S), DBA-95BCTL (Macan) | A top-tier compact SUV for local city driving. |
| Audi Q7 (2016-2018) | ABA-4MCRES (3.0 TFSI), ABA-4MCYRS (2.0 TFSI) | The preferred 7-seater for re-export to GCC and CIS markets. |
UAE Ports: The Re-Export Engine
The UAE—specifically Dubai—is the “middleman of the world.” Its ports do not just serve local buyers; they act as a massive staging ground for vehicles moving from East to West.
- Jebel Ali Port (DP World): The primary hub. In 2025/2026, expansion at Terminal 4 has increased vehicle handling capacity by 21%. It offers dedicated Ro-Ro (Roll-on/Roll-off) berths that can handle thousands of vehicles daily.
- Free Zone Advantage (JAFZA): Cars can be imported into the Jebel Ali Free Zone without paying local 5% customs duties. They are stored in “bonded” yards and then re-exported to markets like Iraq, Saudi Arabia, Africa (Nigeria/Kenya), and Central Asia.
- The “Dubai Auto Zone” (DAZ): An entire economic zone dedicated to the automotive industry, simplifying the paperwork for buyers who want to buy a Japan-spec car in Dubai and immediately ship it to another country.
Logistics & Regulatory Checklist (2026)
- Age Limit: Most standard used cars must be less than 10 years old for UAE registration. For re-export, older cars are allowed but must stay within free zones.
- LHD Requirement: Only Left-Hand Drive vehicles can be registered for UAE road use. RHD cars can only enter for re-export or as classic cars (30+ years old).
- Calculated Costs: * Customs Duty: 5% of CIF Value ($Cost + Insurance + Freight$).
- VAT: 5% (Calculated on the duty-inclusive value).
Nexuss International Co., Ltd. is a certified Japan-based exporter. Please note our strict operational conditions:
- Japan-Side Only: We manage procurement, JEVIC/JAAI inspections, and shipping inside Japan.
- No Local Agents: We do NOT have offices at your port for clearing or local collections.
- Buyer Liability: Import customs clearing, local duties, and registration are the buyer’s sole responsibility.
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