Merchandise Imports in UAE
Merchandise imports in the UAE were worth USD 244 billion in 2021, compared to USD 218 billion ten years earlier, averaging USD 229 billion over the last decade. For more imports information, visit our dedicated page.
UAE Merchandise Imports Chart
Note: This chart displays Imports (USD billion) for UAE from 2012 to 2021.
Source: Central Bank of the United Arab Emirates.
UAE Merchandise Imports Data
| 2018 | 2019 | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Merchandise Imports (USD bn) | 235 | 233 | 212 | 244 | - |
| Merchandise Imports (ann. var. %) | 1.2 | -0.9 | -9.2 | 15.3 | - |
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