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India to United Arab Emirates Trade Data (FY2024)

Source: DGFT / Ministry of Commerce public statistics

India Exports

$31.3B

India Imports

$49.2B

Trade Balance

-$17.9B

YoY Growth

+8.2%

Top Indian Exports to United Arab Emirates

ProductValue (USD)
Petroleum Products$9.8B
Gems & Jewellery$7.2B
Textiles & Apparel$2.1B
Machinery$1.8B
Food Products$1.6B

Key Facts

UAE is India's 3rd largest trading partner globally

CEPA (Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement) signed in 2022 — reduced tariffs on 80% of goods

Over 3.5 million Indians live in UAE — largest expat community

Dubai is the #1 re-export hub for Indian goods to Africa and CIS countries

How UAE buyers source from India via diipl

1

Submit requirement

Product, volume, certifications, timeline. No GST needed for international buyers.

2

We verify

Our team confirms your sourcing need and company legitimacy within two business days.

3

Matched manufacturer

We match you with a verified Indian seller whose capacity, certifications, and track record fit.

4

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Frequently asked questions: India to United Arab Emirates trade

What are the top Indian exports to UAE?▾
India's top exports to UAE include petroleum products ($9.8B), gems & jewellery ($7.2B), textiles ($2.1B), machinery ($1.8B), and food products ($1.6B). The CEPA agreement has reduced tariffs on 80% of goods, making India-UAE trade more competitive.
How to verify an Indian supplier's GSTIN from UAE?▾
You can verify any Indian supplier's GSTIN on the GST Gov. Portal (services.gst.gov.in). On diipl, every registered exporter is verified against the official GST Gov. Portal at signup, and our team performs full GST API verification for Trusted Seller badge holders.
What is the India-UAE CEPA and how does it benefit importers?▾
The India-UAE Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), effective May 2022, eliminates or reduces tariffs on 80% of products. UAE importers can save 5-10% on duty for textiles, gems, pharma, and agricultural products sourced from India.
How can UAE buyers source products from India through diipl?▾
Register free on diipl as an international buyer, post your sourcing requirements (product, quantity, specs), and our dedicated catalog managers will match you with GSTIN-verified Indian MSME exporters. No GST required for foreign buyers.
What payment methods are used for India-UAE B2B trade?▾
Common methods include Letter of Credit (LC), Documentary Collection (D/A, D/P), Wire Transfer (T/T), and increasingly, open account terms for established relationships. UAE-India trade benefits from strong banking corridors with same-day INR-AED settlements.

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