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UAE Maritime Pre-Load Cargo Information (MPCI) Filing
Fast, cost-efficient, compliant MPCI submissions for maritime cargo
Automate UAE maritime compliance and accelerate your shipments. As a Certified MPCI Service Provider appointed under National Advance Information Center (NAIC), our platform connects directly to UAE Customs to support secure, efficient submission of maritime compliance filings.
Ensure security and compliance for UAE imports
Reduce shipment risk and cut compliance costs
Keep your cargo on schedule, minimize compliance risks, and prevent costly disruptions.
Benefits of our
UAE MPCI Software
Optimize your Maritime Pre-Load Cargo Information (MPCI) filing before goods enter UAE.
1 | Cost-effective for high-volume shipmentsReduce reliance on carrier-managed filings and costly third parties. Lower compliance expenses with automated workflows that minimize manual errors, penalties, and loading denials — supported by transparent, usage-based pricing with no hidden fees. |
2 | 24/7 support backed by high system reliabilityDedicated compliance experts and onboarding support from our global team, combined with a high-availability platform engineered for reliable, high-volume regulatory filings.
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3 | Real-time visibilityTrack MPCI filing status instantly with real-time updates at every step. Receive immediate alerts for invalid, rejected filings or missing info so your operations stay uninterrupted. |
4 | Global customs connectivity — all in one platformConnect directly with UAE Customs for secure MPCI filings through a single platform, powered by CrimsonLogic’s global customs network supporting transactions across APAC, the Middle East, the EU, and North America. |
Simplify UAE MPCI filings
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Streamline the process of submitting MPCI data when you integrate our platform with your in-house systems.
Excel upload and System integration (API)
For all users
- Streamline MPCI submissions with seamless system integration and automated UAE Customs data transfer.
- Optimized for high-volume shipments, making it ideal for efficient, scalable growth.
Features of CrimsonLogic’s
UAE MPCI filing software
1 | Full API integrationAutomate your MPCI submissions directly from your TMS or booking system. Real-time updates, zero manual work.
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2 | Smart validationOur software performs rigorous data checks to ensure that all required fields are accurately completed, minimizing the likelihood of invalid or rejected statuses and associated penalties. |
3 | Audit-ready reports & logsEvery submission, change, and response is stored securely. Simplify inspections, audits, and internal compliance checks. |
4 | Regional compliance expertise built-inUAE-ready workflows and configurations ensure your filings meet local regulations. |
UAE Maritime Pre-Load Cargo Information (MPCI) filing requirements and deadlines
Maritime Pre-Load Cargo Information (MPCI) is the UAE’s advance reporting program for containerized sea cargo, administered by the National Advance Information Center (NAIC) under the Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs & Port Security (ICP) to support cargo security and risk assessment before loading.
MPCI filing is mandatory for applicable cargo travelling to or through the UAE. The filing and compliance measures set out in NAIC’s MPCI Filing & Compliance Requirements notice take effect on 1 October 2026.
When must MPCI be filed?
MPCI must be filed before cargo is loaded at the last foreign port bound for the UAE: at least 24 hours before loading for a Direct or lowest-level House Bill of Lading, and at least six hours before loading for a Master or Master Co-loader Bill.
| Bill of Lading type | Filing deadline |
|---|---|
| Direct Bill of Lading or lowest-level House Bill of Lading | At least 24 hours before loading |
| Master Bill of Lading or Master Co-loader Bill | At least 6 hours before loading |
Which shipments require MPCI filing?
MPCI applies to containerized maritime cargo that is imported into, transshipped or transited through the UAE, or remains on board a vessel at a UAE seaport.
Imports: Cargo entering the UAE
Transshipment: Cargo transferred through a UAE seaport
Transit: Cargo moving through the UAE
Freight Remaining on Board (FROB): Cargo remaining on the vessel at a UAE seaport; shipping lines submit these filings
The requirement does not currently apply to export shipments, non-containerized cargo such as bulk, breakbulk and Ro-Ro cargo, wooden vessels, empty containers, or crew members’ personal effects. NAIC may change these exclusions in later phases of the program.
How do I submit an MPCI filing?
To submit an MPCI filing, register with NAIC, choose a filing method, provide the required shipment data before the applicable deadline, and monitor the response.
Register with NAIC and obtain an MPCI Party ID through the NAIC Portal.
Choose a filing method: submit directly through the NAIC Portal, or through a certified Technology Service Provider (TSP). CrimsonLogic is a certified TSP.
Submit the required cargo information by the deadline for the relevant Bill of Lading type. This includes Bill of Lading details, importer and exporter information, vessel and voyage details, port information, container and seal numbers, cargo weight, and other prescribed data.
Monitor the filing response and address any follow-up request or data issue communicated by NAIC.
What changes from 1 October 2026?
From 1 October 2026, MPCI filing remains mandatory, while NAIC will introduce additional response and compliance measures in phases.
NAIC will continue to issue Acceptance (ACT) responses as applicable. Request for Information (RFI) and Do Not Load (DNL) responses will be introduced through a phased implementation plan, with the relevant timelines communicated to stakeholders in advance.
NAIC says it will initially address non-compliance through appropriate communication and formal warnings. Data quality and accuracy issues will continue to be handled directly with the relevant parties through engagement and corrective action.
The same approach applies when vessel routes change or when a shipment is later identified as destined for, transiting through, or transshipping via the UAE. Stakeholders should continue making reasonable efforts to meet MPCI filing requirements and monitor NAIC announcements for further changes.
How can CrimsonLogic help with MPCI filing?
CrimsonLogic’s certified MPCI filing platform helps businesses prepare, validate, submit and monitor filings. Users can upload data through Excel or connect their in-house systems through an API, while filing status updates and alerts help teams identify submissions that need attention.
Last updated: 30 September 2026
* This information reflects NAIC’s MPCI filing and compliance notice effective 1 October 2026. Refer to NAIC for subsequent changes to requirements or implementation timelines. *
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