Jebel Ali
detention calculator
The UAE detention tariff in full, and a calculator that applies each band in turn.
Detention is charged by the carrier on the container itself, for every calendar day the box stays in your possession beyond the free time granted on the bill of lading. It is counted in calendar days, not working days, and it escalates in bands — so the eleventh day costs materially more than the sixth.
The schedule below is the tariff we work to for United Arab Emirates — all ports. Enter the number of calendar days and the calculator applies each band in turn.
Detention tariff
Jebel Ali
| Period | Calendar days | 20' GP | 40' GP / 40' HC |
|---|---|---|---|
| Free time | 1–5 (5 days) | Free | Free |
| 1st period | 6–9 (4 days) | AED 147 / day | AED 257 / day |
| 2nd period | 10–16 (7 days) | AED 220 / day | AED 420 / day |
| 3rd period | 17–21 (5 days) | AED 370 / day | AED 720 / day |
| Thereafter | 22 onward | AED 520 / day | AED 1,020 / day |
Standard dry equipment. Temperature-controlled units are tariffed separately — ask us. Rates are per container, per calendar day, exclusive of VAT and any terminal or storage charges.
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Important notice — indicative figures only
The tariff schedule and the calculator on this page are published by PSS Lines Shipping LLC as a general working reference. They are indicative only and are provided without warranty of any kind, express or implied.
- Rates change without notice. Detention tariffs are set by the carrier, the line and the terminal, and are revised periodically. The figures shown were correct when this page was last updated and may since have been superseded.
- Your contract prevails. Free time and rates vary by carrier, service contract, equipment type, trade lane and commodity. The terms recorded on your bill of lading and in your service agreement govern in every case and override anything shown here.
- Not a quotation and not an offer. Nothing on this page constitutes a quotation, an offer, a contract, or a commitment by PSS Lines Shipping LLC to any rate, free-time allowance or charge.
- Exclusions. Figures exclude VAT and any other applicable taxes, and exclude demurrage, terminal storage, port charges, plug-in charges for temperature-controlled equipment, cleaning, repair and any other ancillary cost.
- Temperature-controlled and special equipment is tariffed separately and is not covered by this schedule.
- No reliance. This calculator must not be relied upon for commercial decisions, claims, provisioning or dispute resolution. Confirm the applicable tariff in writing with us or with your carrier before acting on it.
PSS Lines Shipping LLC accepts no liability for any loss, cost or claim arising from use of, or reliance upon, the information on this page. For a binding figure against a specific shipment, contact us at a@pssuae.com or +971 4 395 4001.
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