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Western Asia ยท Capital: Abu Dhabi

Trade with United Arab Emirates

Connect with verified suppliers and buyers for B2B international trade with United Arab Emirates. Currency: AED. Language: Arabic.

$500B
GDP
9.9M
Population
$700B
Trade Volume

Market Opportunities

Major global trade and logistics hub. World-class infrastructure. Gateway to GCC and broader Middle East and Africa.

Doing business in United Arab Emirates

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Working currency
UAE Dirham (AED)
Working days
Monday โ€“ Friday
Business hours
09:00 โ€“ 17:30
Time zone
Asia/Dubai
Working language
Arabic + English (B2B)
Common Incoterms
EXW ยท FCA ยท FOB ยท CIF ยท DAP ยท DDP
Primary commercial ports
Jebel Ali (Dubai), Khalifa (Abu Dhabi), Sharjah
Notable shipping-window holidays
Christmas (25 Dec) ยท Easter (Mar/Apr) ยท Labour Day (1 May)

Useful B2B phrases

  • Helloู…ุฑุญุจุง (Marhaba)
  • Please send a quoteูŠุฑุฌู‰ ุฅุฑุณุงู„ ุนุฑุถ ุฃุณุนุงุฑ
  • Thank youุดูƒุฑุง (Shukran)
  • Best regardsู…ุน ุฃุทูŠุจ ุงู„ุชุญูŠุงุช
  • We confirm the orderู†ุคูƒุฏ ุงู„ุทู„ุจ
Browse United Arab Emirates suppliersSubmit an RFQ to United Arab Emirates

Shipping to United Arab Emirates

Indicative transit times from the Faktorist hub. Real lead times depend on order size, customs lane, and seasonality โ€” confirm in the RFQ.

IncotermTransit timeRoute
EXW1โ€“3 daysBuyer-arranged from supplier warehouse
FCA / FOB3โ€“5 daysTruck via Poland / Germany
DAP5โ€“8 daysDoor-to-door road freight
DDP7โ€“10 daysIncluding EU customs clearance

United Arab Emirates reference facts

ISO country code
AE (ae)
International phone prefix
+971
Capital
Abu Dhabi
Region
Western Asia
Spoken / business languages
Arabic ยท English (B2B)
Trade agreements
GCC FTA, Multiple bilateral FTAs
B2B tip: Working week is Monโ€“Fri (transition completed 2022). Ramadan shortens working hours; Eid al-Fitr closes most offices for 3 days.

๐Ÿ’ฑ USD โ†” AED converter

Indicative rate ยท 1 USD โ‰ˆ 3.67 AED โ€” confirm at order confirmation.

Currency: UAE Dirham (AED). Rates refresh on page load.

๐Ÿ“… United Arab Emirates business calendar

Plan around national holidays that pause customs, factories, and shipping.

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Holidays in June 2026

  • Islamic New YearFri 26 Jun

Business Culture

Formal yet hospitable. Building relationships is essential. Friday-Saturday weekend. Dress and behavior codes important.

Doing business with United Arab Emirates typically follows a professional; the working language for international trade is typically English. Meetings are businesslike, with a clear agenda for international counterparts. Decision-making is owner-led for SMEs; corporate processes for larger entities. Working language for international trade is commonly Arabic, with English also widely used in B2B exchanges. Pricing and contracts are usually quoted in AED for cross-border transactions on Faktorist. International counterparts hold the schedule. Modest gifts at first in-person meeting are usually welcomed. United Arab Emirates's active trade sectors include Petroleum, Trade & Logistics, Tourism, Finance, and Faktorist matches international buyers with verified United Arab Emirates-based suppliers across these segments via RFQs and Sofiia AI matching.

Working language
Arabic
Trade currency
AED
Business hub
Abu Dhabi
Meeting style
businesslike, with a clear agenda for international counterparts
Decision making
owner-led for SMEs; corporate processes for larger entities
Punctuality
international counterparts hold the schedule
Gift etiquette
modest gifts at first in-person meeting are usually welcomed

Trade Flows

Top Imports

  • 1Gold
  • 2Electrical Equipment
  • 3Machinery
  • 4Vehicles
  • 5Diamonds

Top Exports

  • 1Petroleum
  • 2Gold
  • 3Diamonds
  • 4Polymers
  • 5Aluminum

Key Industries

PetroleumTrade & LogisticsTourismFinanceReal Estate

Trade Agreements

  • GCC FTA
  • Multiple bilateral FTAs

Quick Facts

Capital
Abu Dhabi
Currency
AED
Language
Arabic
Region
Western Asia
GDP
$500B
Population
9.9M
Trade Volume
$700B

Trade with United Arab Emirates

Connect with verified suppliers and buyers on Faktorist.

Export to United Arab EmiratesSource from United Arab Emirates

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Frequently asked questions

Frequently asked questions about trade with United Arab Emirates

Common buyer and supplier questions, answered using current Faktorist marketplace data for United Arab Emirates.

What is the business culture like in United Arab Emirates?

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Doing business with United Arab Emirates typically follows a professional; the working language for international trade is typically English. Meetings are businesslike, with a clear agenda for international counterparts. Decision-making is owner-led for SMEs; corporate processes for larger entities. Working language for international trade is commonly Arabic, with English also widely used in B2B exchanges. Pricing and contracts are usually quoted in AED for cross-border transactions on Faktorist. International counterparts hold the schedule. Modest gifts at first in-person meeting are usually welcomed. United Arab Emirates's active trade sectors include Petroleum, Trade & Logistics, Tourism, Finance, and Faktorist matches international buyers with verified United Arab Emirates-based suppliers across these segments via RFQs and Sofiia AI matching.

What is the working language for international trade with United Arab Emirates?

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The working language for international trade with United Arab Emirates is commonly Arabic, with English also widely used in B2B exchanges. Faktorist's platform and RFQ flow are available in 35 languages, so buyers and suppliers can communicate in their preferred language while the platform handles translation.

Which currency is used for trade with United Arab Emirates?

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Cross-border transactions on Faktorist are typically quoted in AED when trading with United Arab Emirates. Final invoicing currency is set per RFQ; the platform supports multi-currency negotiation and conversion.

How do I source from suppliers in United Arab Emirates on Faktorist?

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Browse verified United Arab Emirates-based suppliers on Faktorist, narrow by industry, certification, MOQ, or price, and submit a Request for Quotation. Sofiia AI matches your RFQ against supplier capabilities and returns competitive quotes โ€” usually within 24 hours.

What are the main industries to trade with in United Arab Emirates?

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United Arab Emirates's active trade sectors include Petroleum, Trade & Logistics, Tourism, Finance. Faktorist surfaces verified suppliers in each segment with product catalogues, trade history, and certifications visible on every profile.

What does Ukraine export to United Arab Emirates?

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Faktorist surfaces every export lane with estimated value, weight and shipment counts so buyers can size the addressable market before sourcing.

Which industries are most active in trade with United Arab Emirates?

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Active industries for trade with United Arab Emirates include: Petroleum, Trade & Logistics, Tourism, Finance, Real Estate. Faktorist matches verified suppliers and buyers across each of these sectors.
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