How to Import Kurtis from India to the UAE Wholesale (0% Duty under CEPA)

Quick answer

Under the India–UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), in force since 1 May 2022, Indian-origin apparel can be imported at 0% duty (standard GCC rate 5%) with a CEPA certificate of origin. 5% VAT applies at import. Express shipping from India is very fast, often 1–3 days.

Duty and tax at a glance

| Item | Rule | |---|---| | Standard GCC duty | 5% | | Duty under CEPA (Indian origin, with certificate) | 0% | | VAT at import | 5% | | Typical express transit from India | About 1–3 days |

Documents you need

• Commercial invoice from the supplier
• IEC on the Indian side – we have this
• CEPA certificate of origin, to claim 0% duty
• Your trade licence and customs code

Labelling

Labelling rules for retail goods, including Arabic labels, can apply. Confirm with your customs broker; we can stitch labels to your requirements.

Tips for boutiques

• Eid, Diwali and the winter wedding season are peak times – order 6–8 weeks ahead
• Fast transit makes small, frequent reorders easy
• Ask for the CEPA certificate with every shipment

Working with Bahe Kurtiz

| | | |---|---| | Minimum order (MOQ) | 15 to 20 pieces per design, sizes can be mixed | | Sample | 7 to 8 days, with photos and video for approval | | Bulk production | About 15 days for 100 pieces after sample approval | | Payment | 50% advance, balance before dispatch | | Private label | Your neck labels, care labels, hang tags and packaging | | Made in | Our own unit in Jaipur, India |

Ready to start? WhatsApp us with your styles and quantities, or fill the wholesale enquiry form. See also: private label manufacturing · hand block print kurti manufacturer.

This guide is general information for buyers, not legal or customs advice. Duty rates depend on the exact HS code and fabric, and rules change, so always confirm with your customs broker or courier before importing. Information checked November 2026.