The UAE is the Middle East's largest solar re-export hub. Chinese modules land in Jebel Ali, split between local DEWA/ADDC projects and re-export to Africa and South Asia.
UAE installs 2025
1.8 GW
including Al Dhafra 2 GW
TOPCon 620W CIF Jebel Ali
$0.123/W
May 2026
Duty (GCC common)
5%
waived in free zones
DEWA approved product list
Modules for Shams Dubai (net-metering) must be on the DEWA approved product list. ADDC (Abu Dhabi) maintains a parallel list. The DEWA list is updated quarterly and Chinese tier-1 brands dominate.
Frequently asked questions
QCan I re-export from JAFZA without paying UAE duty?
Yes — free-zone entry avoids the 5% GCC duty. Duty is only assessed on mainland-clearance shipments.
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