Antonio Marine Exports
Export Squid to United Arab Emirates
Middle East

Export Squid to United Arab Emirates

The UAE is a strategic Gulf hub for seafood re-export across the Middle East and Africa. Antonio Marine Exports ships Halal-certified squid, kingfish, seer fish and a full seafood range through Jebel Ali.

Market Overview

Why Import Squid & Seafood into United Arab Emirates?

  • Re-export hub for the wider GCC and East Africa region
  • Strong retail and food-service demand for kingfish, seer fish and squid
  • Growing modern retail (hypermarket) frozen seafood category
Regulatory Requirements

Compliance for Importing into United Arab Emirates

  • Halal certification required
  • ESMA (Emirates Authority for Standardization) conformity registration
  • Municipality food-import permit for the importer of record
Logistics

Shipping Lane & Transit Details

Shipped FCL reefer to Jebel Ali Port, with air freight options available for time-sensitive premium orders.

Transit Time

7–10 days (sea freight from Indian ports)

Ports of Entry

Jebel Ali, Khalifa Port

Invoice Currency

AED

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FAQ

Common Questions About Exporting to United Arab Emirates

Is your seafood Halal certified for the UAE market?

Yes, all shipments destined for the UAE and wider GCC region are Halal certified with accompanying documentation for customs and municipality clearance.

How quickly can you ship to the UAE?

Sea freight transit from Indian ports to Jebel Ali is typically 7–10 days, among our fastest lanes, with air freight available for urgent orders.

Get a Quote for United Arab Emirates

Starting with our flagship squid, or any product in our portfolio.