Clearing times?
Aug 5th 2010, 11:34 am
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Clearing times?
Approx how long does a personal effects container from UK to Abu Dhabi take to clear customs?
Aug 5th 2010, 11:47 am
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Re: Clearing times?
Ours took just 2 or 3 days at the dockside - this was in July 2009. With Ramadan approaching it is likely to take longer though.
Aug 5th 2010, 12:11 pm
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Re: Clearing times?
Yup - summer is slower than usual, Ramadan in summer is extra slow. But should only be 2-3 days more than usual ie. 4-5 days max. Depends if they choose to do a detailed inspection or not - this can add a couple of extra days and you'll incur the demurrage fees if it does.
Aug 5th 2010, 12:26 pm
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Re: Clearing times?
What incurs a detailed inspection ctfc? An "interesting" packing list?
Aug 5th 2010, 12:31 pm
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There is every chance you will be charged a few hundred dirhams for a "close" inspection, as we were, but all our boxes were still "closed" with the original packing tape! Unless they x-rayed them.
Aug 5th 2010, 12:42 pm
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