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Cheapest option
iMile
$15.45/kg
1-3 days
Fastest option
iMile
1-3 days
$15.45/kg
Duty-free under
$50
VAT / Sales Tax: 15%
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Data as of April 2026
Phone / documents (0.5 kg)
$11.6
iMile
1-3 d
Clothing 2kg
$22.41
iMile
Box 5kg
$38.64
iMile
Heavy 10kg
$64.91
iMile
4 results
Standard
Delivery Time
2–5 days
Estimated Price
$15.45
Standard
Delivery Time
1–3 days
Estimated Price
$15.45
Standard
Delivery Time
1–3 days
Estimated Price
$15.45
EMS Express
★ 2.5(340)Delivery Time
3–7 days
Estimated Price
$21.37
Rates are estimates based on published tariffs. Actual rates may vary depending on account type, surcharges, fuel adjustments, and package dimensions. Contact carriers directly for exact quotes.
Estimated arrival
May 26, 2026 — June 3, 2026
Business days only (excludes weekends and holidays)
Rates aggregated from public carrier data, updated weekly. How we collect data
Below de minimis threshold, no duty!: $50 USD
| Carrier | Included | Premium | Note |
|---|---|---|---|
| DHL Express | Yes ($100) | 2.5% | Basic coverage included. Extended up to $50,000 |
| FedEx | Yes ($100) | 2.8% | Declared value coverage. Max $50,000 per package |
| UPS | Yes ($100) | 2.7% | Declared value. Max $50,000. High-value surcharge above $5,000 |
| EMS | Yes ($50) | — | Basic SDR-based compensation only. No premium option |
| USPS | Yes ($5) | 3% | Priority Mail Express includes $100. Extra insurance up to $5,000 |
| Royal Mail | Yes ($50) | 2.5% | Consequential loss cover. Max £2,500 for international |
| Aramex | No | 3% | Optional insurance. Covers damage and loss |
| SF Express | Yes ($30) | 2% | Basic coverage included for declared value |
| DPD | Yes ($520) | — | Standard liability €520. No premium insurance option |
| Japan Post | Yes ($200) | — | Registered mail includes coverage up to 200 SDR |
After shipping, use your tracking number on the carrier's website:
| Carrier | Previous | Current | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| FetchrStandard | $14.52 | $15.45 | +6.4% |
| Skynet Worldwide ExpressStandard | $15.91 | $15.45 | -2.9% |
| iMileStandard | $16.38 | $15.45 | -5.7% |
| EMSEMS Express | $21.16 | $21.37 | +1% |
Compared to rates from 30 days ago
Indicative rates for common product categories
| Category | HS Code | Rate |
|---|---|---|
| Electronics | 85 | 2.5% (flat rate) |
| Clothing | 61-62 | 2.5% |
| Footwear | 64 | 2.5% |
| Food & Beverages | 01-24 | 0-2.5% (basic food may be exempt) |
| Machinery | 84 | 2.5% |
| Cosmetics | 33 | 2.5% |
| Books | 49 | 0% |
| Toys & Games | 95 | 2.5% |
Rates shown are for standard goods. Exact rate depends on HS code. Use the calculator below for your specific item.
Timor-Leste Customs Authority manages imports. Remarkably simple tariff: FLAT 2.5% import duty on most goods. No VAT or sales tax (0%). Dili port and Presidente Nicolau Lobato International Airport are main entries. US dollar is legal tender. Recently independent (2002). ASEAN candidate member.
Youngest Asian nation (independent 2002). Ultra-simple 2.5% flat duty and 0% sales tax make it one of the cheapest to import to in the region. Oil-funded economy (Timor Sea petroleum) but limited infrastructure. Dili port has limited capacity. Very few shipping options, primarily via Indonesia, Singapore, or Australia. DHL operates with limited service. Remote location adds transit time. ASEAN membership (pending) would transform trade access. Portuguese and Tetum languages. USD legal tender eliminates currency risk.
Where to obtain documents
Certificate of origin: Issued by Timor-Leste Chamber of Commerce and Industry. Limited trade agreements. ASEAN accession in progress. CPLP membership for Portuguese-speaking trade. Import licenses: Import licenses for weapons, explosives, pharmaceuticals. Relatively open trade policy. Tobacco and alcohol subject to excise. Most consumer goods enter with minimal restrictions.
Limited direct trade data between AE and TL. Most shipping routes go via major logistics hubs in Europe, UAE, or Singapore.
Key imports into TL: Consumer goods, machinery, electronics. Key exports from AE: Petroleum, natural gas, aluminum, gold, diamonds, re-exports (electronics, vehicles), plastics. Volumetric weight often applies. Check destination country's import restrictions carefully.
Based on user reports, shipping from AE to TL typically takes 10-21 days via postal services. Express carriers (DHL, FedEx) deliver in 5-8 days. Customs clearance may add 2-5 days. Recommend using express for valuable shipments and preparing all documents in advance.
| Category | Restrictions |
|---|---|
| Lithium batteries | Only installed in device. Standalone prohibited by air carriers. |
| Alcohol | Restricted or prohibited. Import license typically required. |
| Food | Phytosanitary certificate may be required. Perishables: express only. |
| Medications | Up to 3-month supply with prescription. Commercial import needs license. |
| Art & antiques | Export permit may be needed. Insurance strongly recommended. |
| Electronics | Check voltage. Some countries require CE/FCC certification. |
AE and TL are both members of the following trade agreements: WTO. These agreements may provide reduced or zero customs duties on qualifying goods. Be sure to obtain a certificate of origin to take advantage of preferential tariff rates.
VAT/GST rate: 0% (no VAT/sales tax). Applies to: No VAT or sales tax. Only 2.5% import duty and excise on alcohol/tobacco. One of the lowest import tax burdens globally.
We found 4 shipping options from United Arab Emirates to Timor-Leste. The cheapest option is Fetchr (Standard) starting from $15.45 for 1 kg. The fastest delivery is Skynet Worldwide Express in 1–3 days. Express carriers (DHL, FedEx, UPS) offer fast delivery with tracking, while postal services provide more affordable rates.