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If you are buying a vehicle in Dubai for use in Algeria, RoRo shipping to Djen Djen Port is usually the simplest and most economical way to get it home. This guide explains how RoRo from Dubai to Algeria works, what you can ship, how often vessels sail and how to prepare your vehicle.

What is RoRo shipping?

RoRo stands for roll-on/roll-off. Instead of being lifted by crane or packed into a container, your vehicle is driven up a ramp onto a specialised car carrier in Dubai, secured on the vehicle deck, and driven off again at the destination port. With no lifting and no container stuffing, handling is kept to a minimum.

Why Djen Djen Port?

Djen Djen is a deep-water port in Jijel province on Algeria’s north-eastern coast. It is the arrival port for our RoRo service from Dubai, with good road connections to Jijel, Constantine, Sétif and the rest of eastern and central Algeria.

How often are sailings?

We offer regular RoRo sailings from Dubai to Djen Djen, usually monthly. Because space on each vessel is limited, we recommend contacting us as soon as you have purchased your vehicle so we can reserve space on the next available sailing and plan collection in Dubai.

What can you ship by RoRo to Algeria?

Any vehicle that can be driven onto the vessel under its own power can travel by RoRo. This includes:

• Cars and sedans such as the MG5, Suzuki Swift, Toyota Corolla and Hyundai Accent
• Pickups including the Toyota Hilux, Nissan Navara and Mitsubishi L200
• SUVs and 4x4s such as the Toyota Land Cruiser, Prado and Nissan Patrol
• Vans and minibuses, including the Toyota Hiace
• Trucks and buses for commercial and passenger use
• Heavy machinery such as excavators, loaders, cranes and tractors
• Special vehicles such as ambulances, fire trucks and trailers

Vehicles must be in running condition with working brakes and steering. Non-running vehicles should be shipped in a full container (FCL) instead.

How RoRo shipping from Dubai to Djen Djen works

1. Quotation: send us the vehicle make, model, year and dimensions on WhatsApp.
2. Booking: we reserve space on the next available sailing to Djen Djen.
3. Collection: we collect the vehicle in Dubai, or you deliver it to our vehicle loading facility, and its condition is recorded.
4. Export clearance: our team prepares the export documents and completes the formalities in Dubai.
5. Loading: the vehicle is delivered to the port and driven onto the RoRo vessel.
6. Arrival: the vehicle is discharged at Djen Djen, where the consignee or their customs broker completes Algerian clearance.

How to prepare your vehicle for RoRo

• Remove all personal belongings. Vehicles must be empty unless agreed otherwise.
• Keep the fuel level low, typically around a quarter of a tank.
• Make sure the battery, brakes and steering are in good working order.
• Hand over one complete set of keys.
• Note any existing scratches or dents; we record the condition before loading.

Documents you will typically need

• Original purchase invoice
• UAE vehicle registration or export certificate
• Buyer’s passport and Algerian tax identification number (NIF)
• Bill of lading, issued by us for the shipment

Before buying, check that the vehicle meets Algeria’s current import conditions for age, fuel type and payment method. See our summary of Algerian vehicle import regulations.

RoRo or container?

RoRo is ideal for running vehicles and is usually the most cost-effective choice. If you want enclosed protection for a single car, consider a shared container to Alger. For several vehicles, non-runners or vehicles shipped with spare parts, an FCL container to any Algerian port is the better option. Compare all options on our RoRo shipping page.

Frequently asked questions

How often does the RoRo vessel sail from Dubai to Djen Djen?

We have regular sailings, usually monthly. Contact us for the next available departure.

Can I put personal goods inside the car?

RoRo vehicles should normally be empty. If you need to ship goods with your car, a container is the better choice.

Can you ship heavy machinery by RoRo?

Yes. Self-propelled machinery such as excavators, loaders and tractors can be shipped by RoRo to Djen Djen.