How to Export to the UAE from India

The UAE is India's second-largest trading partner and a strategic gateway to the broader Middle Eastern and African markets. The India-UAE CEPA (Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement) has further strengthened this relationship.

CEPA Benefits The India-UAE CEPA provides preferential duty rates on over 80% of tariff lines. This means Indian products enjoy 0% or reduced duty compared to competitors from non-CEPA countries.

Free Zones Dubai's free zones (JAFZA, DAFZA, DMCC) offer 100% foreign ownership, zero corporate tax, and full profit repatriation. Many Indian exporters use UAE free zones as a regional distribution hub.

Key Sectors - Food and agricultural products (India is a major supplier) - Gems and jewellery (Dubai is a global trading hub) - Textiles and garments - Machinery and engineering goods - Pharmaceuticals