Container gateway · United Arab Emirates
Port of Khalifa Port (Abu Dhabi)
Khalifa Port (Abu Dhabi) is a container gateway on the Persian Gulf (Arabian Gulf) in United Arab Emirates (Middle East & Red Sea). Below: key facts, how it connects with Vietnam and what to prepare when shipping through it.
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Key facts
- Country / territory
- United Arab Emirates
- UN/LOCODE
- AEKHL
- Port type
- Container gateway
- Region
- Middle East & Red Sea
- Waters
- Persian Gulf (Arabian Gulf)
- Coordinates
- 24.80°N, 54.65°E
- Container throughput
- No verified figure published here
About the port of Khalifa Port (Abu Dhabi)
Khalifa Port (Abu Dhabi) is a container gateway: most boxes handled are imports and exports for its own hinterland, carried on mainline and regional services.
Role in trade with Vietnam
Cargo from Vietnam to the Gulf and the Red Sea usually moves via the Strait of Malacca, on direct Asia–Middle East services or via Singapore and Port Klang. Red Sea security conditions have affected some services since 2024.
Sea routes and transit times from Vietnam
We have not published a sample voyage to Khalifa Port (Abu Dhabi) yet. Typical options from Vietnam are direct regional services or transshipment via a major hub; ask us for current schedules.
Shipping lines
Most global carriers and regional lines serve this region. We check current services and space for your shipment when quoting. All shipping lines →
Customs and documentation tips
- Make sure the commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading and customs declaration show consistent descriptions, HS codes, quantities and weights.
- Agree the Incoterms® rule and who arranges freight, insurance and destination charges before booking.
- Choose the bill of lading type (original, telex release or sea waybill) according to the payment terms with your buyer or supplier.
- Declare the verified gross mass (VGM) of each container before the carrier’s cut-off, as required by SOLAS.
- Check destination import requirements early: licences, product standards, labelling, fumigation or phytosanitary certificates where applicable.
Vietnam has free trade agreements with United Arab Emirates that may reduce import duties with a valid proof of origin: VN-UAE CEPA. Vietnam’s free trade agreements →
Frequently asked questions about Khalifa Port (Abu Dhabi)
Where is the port of Khalifa Port (Abu Dhabi)?
Khalifa Port (Abu Dhabi) is in United Arab Emirates, on the Persian Gulf (Arabian Gulf), in the Middle East & Red Sea shipping region.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Khalifa Port (Abu Dhabi)?
The UN/LOCODE commonly used for Khalifa Port (Abu Dhabi) is AEKHL. Check the exact terminal or location code required by the carrier when booking.
How long does sea freight take from Vietnam to Khalifa Port (Abu Dhabi)?
It depends on the routing and whether the service is direct or via transshipment. Contact us for current schedules from Hai Phong, Cat Lai or Cai Mep.
What documents are needed to ship via Khalifa Port (Abu Dhabi)?
Usually a commercial invoice, packing list and bill of lading, plus any certificates required by the destination (origin, phytosanitary, fumigation, licences). Advance cargo filings may apply before loading.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Khalifa Port (Abu Dhabi)?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Khalifa Port (Abu Dhabi) through our carrier contracts and agent network. Send us your cargo details for a quote.
Information on this page is general guidance compiled by Global Logistic Group from public sources. Port facilities, carrier networks, routings and transit times change frequently; always confirm current schedules, cut-offs and requirements with us or the carrier before booking. Data as of October 2026.