Thanks Cycad, I will if I have any trouble doing it myself. I'm more concern with the preps about getting here right now. Thanks for your offer.

Hi & Welcome
looking forward to meet you
sure you can re register the bike throw RTA (it will need some additional paper work from customs + 5% of the bike value to be paid)
am not sure about the cdp but we can check with the motor tourism club.
are you in dubai currently?
Regards
Saleh

Yes, I live in Dubai.
I've read in some webs that cdp is mandatory to enter the UAE and the opposite in some other forums so I'm a bit confused.
Do you have the email or phone number of the motor tourism club so I can check witch them?
Thanks, regards.

Hi Quicos

please find the webpage of the motor club and you will find the contact numbers in it

www.atcuae.ae

i can help you if you need any help

Regards
Saleh

Thanks Saleh,
I'll give them a shout and will let you know what they say for everyone's knowledge.
Regards,
Quicos.

Ok, I've finally had the chance to go to the Dubai Motorclub and they say that CDP is not needed to enter the UAE. It doesn't really make a difference to me since I'm comming throug Iran where it is needed but maybe someone can use the info. They also told me that I have one month to register the bike here.


Just over one month now before the trip!
Cheers,


Quicos.

Hola Quicos

A couple of months ago - back in June - I temporarily imported my motorcycle into the UAE.

• I air-freighted into Dubai, from Kathmandu
• I shipped-out, by ferry, to Bandar Abbas, from Sharjah

HUBB member 'Dubai355' (Saleh) was very helpful throughout my whole visit, including the import/export processes.

Dubai Airport-based Customs (inbound) clearly did not seem to understand the import process, when a vehicle enters under cover of a carnet, and didn't follow the correct protocol; the whole procedure was quite comical. For instance, they stamped-in the bottom counterfoil of the carnet page and then handed the counterfoil back to me, insisting that I should retain this paper slip for safekeeping! - I still have it today .. :confused1:

There was no mention of registering my bike within a month, or within any other time limit.

Shipping out from Sharjah was different. I used Al Hili Marine Services in Sharjah to organise everything. They were very good and efficient. Take enough cash, as they do not accept payment by credit card.

On the day of departure, when I got into the dock area at Sharjah, the first thing the Ferry Marshall - Mr Raju*, cellphone # 0503078536 - wanted to see was my carnet. He took this and arranged the exit stamp with Sharjah Customs on my behalf and later returned the document to me.

* Another helpful guy, who is good at his job.

So as you can see, the UAE Customs import and export conditions were muddled and inconsistent. My view is that it is probably better to enter the UAE with a carnet, as by doing so you cannot go wrong.

Finally, back in June, the ferry cost of shipping one motorcycle and two people across the Strait of Hormuz from Sharjah to Bandar Abbas, Iran, were:

Bike: AED 1,300 - USD 360
Pax: AED 350 each - USD 100 each

This was the 'Western' price. I have a feeling it might be cheaper for Iranians (and maybe other Middle East travellers).

Good luck with your planning.

Regards

Keith

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Hola Keith,


Thanks a lot for the info.


I will be riding all the way until Bander Lengeh or Bander Abbas not sure yet, and then ferrying into Dubai or Sharja so the process might be slightly different. Anyhow I'm going to ring Mr. Raju to see if he has some advice for me.


I will have a CDP, thanks for that, but the guys at the Automobile and Touring Club UAE told me it's not a must...


Ál Hili is also the company I've contacted for the ferry but they give me different dates of travel than Mr. Razieh from Persitours so I'm a bit confused. Are there different compasnies which opérate on different days of the week??
Al Hili says Bander Lengeh - Dubai on Sundays and Tuesdays and Persiatours Saturdays and Wednesdays...
I want to buy my tickets here in Dubai before leaving to Spain to start the jorney but it seems is not that easy.


Thanks for all the advice, I'll let you know how it goes!


Take care,


Quicos.

Quicos, I can only talk about ferries schedules from Sharjah to Iran.

We departed Sharjah --> Bandar Abbas on the Tuesday evening ferry. My understanding is that it goes:

Sharjah --> Bandar Abbas on Sundays, Tuesdays and Thursdays
Sharjah --> Bandar Lengeh on Mondays and Wednesdays.

No ferries work on Fridays or Saturdays.

In the opposite direction - I am not sure of the departure days, but it would make sense if it were reciprocal.

Ferrying from/to the Port of Dubai could be (probably is) different again, which would make sense.

Bottom line: don't confuse the schedules from/to Sharjah and Dubai. They are different and distinct ports of entry and departure, with no doubt differering schedules.

[edit] And I'm talking about the schedules that prevailed back in June, which I guess could have changed by now.
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Keith I'm aware there are differnet ports with different schedules and dates of operation, but thats not what confuses me.


I'm travelling from Iran into UAE
Ferrys from Iran are either departing Bander Lengeh or Bander Abbas.
If you depart Bander Lengeh you arrive to Dubai.
If you depar Bander Abbas you arrive to Sharja.
Till here all clear.


Now: agency in Iran and webpagehttp://www.irantravelingcenter.com/valfajr8_persian_gulf.htm
say ferry from Bander Lengeh departs Saturdays and Wewdnesdays. They have confirmed this to me via email and phone.


Agency in Sharja (Al Hili) says that the same ferry form Bander Lengeh departs Sundays and Tuesdays. I've spoken and requested confirmation and they insist.


So that is why I wonder if I'm speaking with agencies that work with different companies which operate on different dates.
Anyhow I'm going to go tomorrow to Sharja and speak with them face to face and see what they say.


Thanks for your help,


Quicos.

As you say Quicos, it is indeed confusing.

I think you are definitely doing the right thing by going to the Al Hili office in Sharjah.

There is parking space right outside their office. Avoid going there at lunchtime, as I think it might closed for an hour then (but not absolutely certain about that.)

Co-ords:

25.329202, 55.367520
or
25°19'45.1"N 55°22'03.1"E

Directions:



Good luck. Let us know the score when you find out.

Keith

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Good mornig,


Just arrived form Al Hili office in Sharja, thanks for the directions Keith.


Ive spoken with Mr. Nazer


NAZER
AL HILI MARINE SERVICES LLC
GROUND FLOOR, IKHLAS TOWER,
AL KHAN AREA, SHARJAH.UAE.
TEL: 0097165288575
FAX:0097165288574
MOBILE:00971504634379
Email: nazer@alhili.com



There is only one company sailing between Iran and UAE as a regular service.


Two main ports to come from Iran to UAE, Bander Lengeh and Bander Abbas.


Ferry from Bander Lengeh departs Sundays and Tuesdays evening, and arrives Dubai around 8 AM the following day.


Ferry from Bander Abbas departs Saturdays, Mondays and Wednesdays evening arriving into Sharja around 10 AM the following day.


There is no way to buy tickets in advance if you want to travel in the Iran - UAE direction. If you are doing it in the opposite direction, Mr Nazer sells tickets at his office in Sharja.


He recommends to travel via Bander Abbas instead of Lengeh. Services seem to be "more regular" and staff more profesional. Yo can pre-arrange your travel details from Bander Abbas - Sharja with Mr. Zarei +989175079270 who will assist you with the tickets and paperwork once you arrive. It is recomended to arrive to Bander Abbas one day before intended departure specially if you are travelling with a vehicle.


That's pretty much all there is. Now, from my experience, don't try to contact Valfajr through their webpage because they will forward your inquire to some travel company which will try to sell you a ticket in who knows what kind of boat. I was told by them yesterday that I could not travel from Lengeh with my motorcycle because that boat couldnt take cargo, only pax... I believe their schedules are not updated and they are not accurate or professional at all.


Hope it helps,


Quicos

I will be landing in Dubai as part of my Australia to London trip in about a week or so with my bike.

I'll also be attempting the ferry over to Iran so this information has been very helpful!

Does anyone know of bike shops in Dubai where you can get oil, filters etc and also apparel (my boots are falling to pieces). Also any suggestions on budget accommodation and bike friendly places would be greatly appreciated!

Tim

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Hi TGS
You are more than welcome and please contact me once you land in Dubai
My contact number is 0507588000
How much is your budget per night for the hotel?
Also you can email me directly on
Dubai355@hotmail.com
Regards
Saleh

Hi Tim, you're welcome to give me a shout when you get here, could maybe help with a bed, and info on local bike shops, dealers etc. 0501003114. Larry