Shopify Development Agency UAE. Hire Shopify Developers for Dubai & Abu Dhabi
Hire Shopify developers and a Shopify Plus agency for UAE D2C brands. Theme builds, headless Next.js storefronts, and migrations with native PayTabs / Telr / Network International integration, 5% VAT, FTA-compliant invoicing, and Aramex / Fetchr fulfillment.
Why work with us in United Arab Emirates
A Mumbai-headquartered Shopify development agency working with UAE D2C brands as a remote partner. Overlapping GST-zone hours with Dubai and Abu Dhabi, fluent in cross-border ops, Arabic/English bilingual storefronts, 5% VAT setup, and the FTA invoicing requirements UAE merchants live with day one.
“Indian D2C runs on a mix of marketplace inventory sync, GST-compliant invoicing, and UPI rails. Shopify can do all of it — but only if you wire it correctly the first time.”
Payments we wire up
- · PayTabs
- · Telr
- · Network International
- · Mamo Pay
- · Tabby (BNPL)
- · Tamara (BNPL)
- · Apple Pay
- · Google Pay
Fulfillment integrations
- · Aramex
- · Fetchr
- · DHL UAE
- · Emirates Post
- · Quiqup
- · Shipa Delivery
Tax & compliance
5% UAE VAT configuration with FTA-compliant tax invoices, Arabic/English bilingual invoice formats, designated-zone rules where applicable, and reverse-charge handling for B2B cross-border sales.
Marketing tech
- · Klaviyo
- · Meta + Google Ads
- · Snapchat Ads (strong in GCC)
- · TikTok ME
- · WhatsApp commerce
What we build
| Engagement | Range |
|---|---|
| Theme customization / store build | 125–375 hrs ($5,000–$15,000 at $40/hr) |
| Shopify Plus build with custom features | 400–1,000 hrs ($15,000–$40,000 at $40/hr) |
| Headless Shopify on Next.js (Arabic + English) | 600–1,500 hrs ($25,000–$60,000 at $40/hr) |
| Migration to Shopify (Magento / Salla / Zid / WooCommerce) | 200–875 hrs ($8,000–$35,000 at $40/hr) |
Frequently asked questions
Do you work with UAE Shopify brands as a remote partner?
Yes. We are a Mumbai-headquartered Shopify development agency and work with UAE D2C brands as a remote partner. Our working hours overlap with Dubai and Abu Dhabi business hours, and we communicate async-first with daily standups during the build phase.
Do you set up 5% UAE VAT and FTA-compliant invoices on Shopify?
Yes. We configure 5% VAT, FTA-compliant tax invoice templates (bilingual Arabic/English), designated-zone rules where applicable, and reverse-charge handling for B2B cross-border sales.
Which UAE payment gateways do you integrate with Shopify?
PayTabs, Telr, Network International, and Mamo Pay are the primary card rails. BNPL options Tabby and Tamara are standard for UAE D2C and lift AOV materially. Apple Pay and Google Pay are configured by default.
Can you build a bilingual Arabic and English Shopify store?
Yes. We build right-to-left (RTL) Arabic storefronts alongside English using Shopify Markets and / or headless Next.js, with locale-specific currency display (AED), shipping rates, and tax behavior. Content translation workflow integrates with Shopify Translate & Adapt or third-party TMS.
How much does Shopify development cost for UAE brands?
Billed at $30–$50/hour. Theme customization: 125–375 hrs ($5,000–$15,000). Shopify Plus build: 400–1,000 hrs ($15,000–$40,000). Headless on Next.js with bilingual Arabic/English: 600–1,500 hrs ($25,000–$60,000). Migration: 200–875 hrs ($8,000–$35,000).
Building or migrating on Shopify in United Arab Emirates?
Tell us about your brand, catalog, and timeline. 30 minutes — we’ll give you a written quote and migration plan inside 5 business days.