In this article, you will learn everything about how to order supplements, vitamins, and other health products from iHerb to the UAE. We will explain in detail how long to wait for your order, which delivery service to choose, how to pay for your purchases, and all the nuances of placing an order. The information is up-to-date for 2025 and based on real ordering experience for United Arab Emirates residents.
Information About iHerb UAE
The website address for iHerb in the UAE is ae.iherb.com. Here, you can choose Arabic or English through the top menu — whichever is more convenient for you.
IHerb UAE Location
Many people ask where to find an iHerb store in the Emirates. Let’s answer this straight away: there are no official physical stores. Some local shops sell iHerb supplements, but these are unofficial points of sale, and the prices there are significantly higher—usually 20% more expensive than on the official website.
We advise buying directly from iHerb with international shipping from the USA. This is much more cost-effective. We compared prices: in local stores, supplements almost always cost more than on the iHerb website. And if you use promo codes, the savings become even greater. For example, with the code DMU6301, you can immediately reduce the cost of all items by 5-10%. We recommend checking out our main page with all the discounts—you’ll always find current iHerb codes for the UAE there.
iHerb UAE Delivery Options: Shipping Methods Explained
iHerb delivers to the following cities in the United Arab Emirates: Abu Dhabi, Ajman, Al Ain, Dubai, Fujairah, Ras Al Khaimah, Sharjah, Umm Al Quwain.
Overview of Delivery Services
- Global Air with Tracking
- A universal option: iHerb chooses the carrier (Shipa, Elite, Transcorp, NAQEL, or Aramex). Suitable for most orders.
- Cost: AED 15.00, free for orders over AED 185.00.
- Timing: 8–13 days.
- Features: tracking available, no climate control.
- Transcorp – Temperature Controlled
- Ideal for heat-sensitive products (e.g., probiotics or oils).
- Cost: AED 22.00, free for orders over AED 330.00.
- Timing: 7–12 days.
- Features: climate control and tracking available.
- Aramex
- A reliable local service popular in the UAE.
- Cost: fixed at AED 22.00 (no free delivery).
- Timing: 7–12 days.
- Features: tracking available, no climate control.
- DHL Express
- The fastest option for those in a hurry.
- Cost: AED 105.45 (no free delivery).
- Timing: 6–8 days.
- Features: tracking available, no climate control.
- FedEx
- Fast delivery, but sometimes unavailable. Check before ordering.
- Cost and timing: depend on availability.
Delivery Comparison Table
We gathered all the information on the available shipping options based on our check:
| Carrier | Delivery Cost | Free Delivery (from) | Timing | Climate Control | Tracking | Contacts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Global Air with Tracking | AED 15.00 | AED 185.00+ | 8–13 days | No | Yes | Depends on the carrier |
| Transcorp (Climate) | AED 22.00 | AED 330.00+ | 7–12 days | Yes | Yes | 800-CHILL, [email protected] |
| Aramex | AED 22.00 (fixed) | No | 7–12 days | No | Yes | +971 (600) 544000 |
| DHL Express | AED 105.45 | No | 6–8 days | No | Yes | +971 600567567 |
| FedEx | Check availability | Check availability | Check availability | No | Yes | 8000150001 (if available) |
Getting Free iHerb Shipping to the UAE
You can get free iHerb delivery if:
- You choose Global Air with Tracking and your order is AED 185.00 or more.
- You choose Transcorp (Climate Controlled) and your order is AED 330.00 or more.
If your order is below these thresholds, delivery will cost AED 15.00 or AED 22.00 respectively. We recommend filling your cart to meet the required amount — it’s more cost-effective!
Delivery Times — How Long to Wait for Your Parcel in the UAE
On average, a parcel from iHerb takes 7–14 days to arrive in the UAE. It depends on the delivery service:
- DHL Express: 6–8 days.
- Transcorp or Aramex: 7–12 days.
- Global Air: 8–13 days.
Exact times depend on the chosen method and the carrier’s logistics.
What are the taxes and duties on orders from iHerb in the United Arab Emirates?
The United Arab Emirates uses the DDP (Delivered Duties Paid) system — all taxes and duties are paid when placing the order. You won’t have to pay anything extra upon delivery! The fees are 5% of the order amount.
For example, if the amount of goods was AED 584.28, the Duties & Taxes amounted to AED 29.21. We paid this amount together with the cost of goods and delivery.
iHerb Restrictions for UAE Imports
iHerb tries to block items that are banned in the UAE, but it’s always better to be safe. Exactly prohibited:
- Poppy seeds
- Some medical products (it is better to specify in advance)
Also remember about SMSA restrictions (if shipping through them) – no more than 3 pieces of one product. Before ordering specific products or large quantities of one product, we recommend to check import regulations with the local customs office.
How to Pay for Your iHerb Order in the UAE
You can pay for iHerb orders using bank cards and PayPal. We especially recommend Tamara. It’s a “Buy Now, Pay Later” service that is fully Sharia-compliant, which is important for many in the region.
The concept is simple:
- The order amount is split into 4 equal payments.
- No interest (riba) or hidden fees — you pay exactly the order value.
Example: If your order is for AED 120, with Tamara you will pay: AED 30 upon checkout. And 3 more payments of AED 30 over the next 3 months.
We hope this article was helpful to you! If you have any questions, please contact iHerb support chat or ask in comments on this page – we will try to help you!