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🇦🇪 Shopify Developer · UAE & Dubai

Shopify Developer for UAE & Dubai Businesses

We build Shopify stores for UAE businesses — PayTabs, Telr, bilingual Arabic/English, VAT-compliant, and built to sell across the Middle East from day one.

Shopify stores from $599 USD — approx. AED 2,200  ·  Delivered in 18–22 days

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4.5 Stars · 43 Google Reviews · ISO 9001:2015 Certified · 🌐 Arabic & English Bilingual · 100% In-House Team · No Outsourcing

Shopify & eCommerce stores built for real brands

Mosh Australia
Moon Magic
Hickory Farms
IAM3F Activewear
Woodstickers
Hitches & Glitches UAE
$599 USD starting price (~AED 2,200)
18–22 Days to go live
20%+ UAE eCommerce growth per year
VAT 5% FTA compliant — every store

The UAE eCommerce Market Is Growing 20% Every Year — Your Shopify Store Needs to Be Built to Compete

The UAE has one of the highest smartphone penetration rates in the world and one of the fastest-growing eCommerce markets in the Middle East. Dubai shoppers expect to find what they want online, pay with PayTabs or credit card, and receive their order within days. Businesses that have professional, fast, mobile-first Shopify stores are capturing this growing market. Those that don't are watching competitors take it.

But building a Shopify store for the UAE market requires more than simply installing a theme. UAE shoppers need PayTabs or Telr at checkout — not just Stripe. They need to see prices in AED. VAT invoicing must comply with Federal Tax Authority requirements. Arabic-speaking customers need a properly configured Arabic storefront — not a Google-translated page. And WhatsApp Business integration is essential for customer communication in the UAE market, where WhatsApp is the dominant business communication platform.

Elephyn Labs has built Shopify stores for brands including Mosh Australia, Moon Magic, Hickory Farms, and IAM3F Activewear — and digital solutions for Hitches & Glitches, the UAE's largest home maintenance company. We understand exactly what UAE shoppers expect and how to build a Shopify store that converts across the Middle East.

💳 PayTabs & Telr included
🌐 Arabic/English bilingual
🧾 5% VAT FTA-compliant
💬 WhatsApp Business integration
🛒 Google Shopping UAE ready
Fashion & Apparel Beauty & Skincare Health & Wellness Perfume & Oud Abayas & Modest Fashion Homewares & Gifts Food & Dates Jewellery & Accessories Sporting Goods Electronics Kids & Baby Corporate Gifts
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Shopify stores built for UAE businesses — PayTabs-ready, bilingual, VAT-compliant, mobile-first

What We Build Into Every UAE Shopify Store

Every Shopify store we build for a UAE business is configured for Middle East shoppers, UAE payment methods, and Google UAE — from the very first line of code:

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PayTabs & Telr Integration

The two most trusted payment gateways for UAE eCommerce — fully integrated and tested at checkout. Credit cards, Apple Pay, and Samsung Pay all supported. AED currency configured throughout.

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Bilingual Arabic & English Storefront

Fully bilingual product pages, checkout, and customer communication in both Arabic and English — including right-to-left Arabic layout. Reach UAE nationals and Arabic-speaking customers across the Middle East.

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5% VAT FTA-Compliant

VAT-inclusive AED pricing and Federal Tax Authority compliant invoicing built into your checkout. Your store generates compliant VAT receipts automatically for every transaction.

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WhatsApp Business Integration

WhatsApp chat button integrated on every page. In the UAE, WhatsApp is the primary customer communication platform — customers expect to reach you on WhatsApp, and having it prominently placed increases conversion rates measurably.

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Google Shopping UAE Setup

Product feed configured for Google Shopping UAE — AED pricing, schema markup, and product page SEO optimised from launch day. Start appearing in Google Shopping searches across the UAE within weeks.

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Mobile-First Checkout

UAE has one of the world's highest smartphone usage rates. Every checkout is built mobile-first — fast, clean, and frictionless on every device, with Apple Pay and Samsung Pay available.

PayTabs vs Telr — Which Is Right for Your UAE Shopify Store?

Both are excellent choices for UAE eCommerce. The right gateway depends on your business size and needs:

PayTabs

Best for UAE small businesses

PayTabs is the most widely trusted payment gateway for UAE small businesses — simple to set up, supports all major UAE banks, and works seamlessly with Shopify.

  • Accepts all major UAE bank cards
  • Apple Pay & Samsung Pay support
  • Arabic & English interface
  • VAT-compliant invoice generation
  • Easy Shopify integration
  • Strong fraud prevention built in
✓ Best choice for most UAE small businesses starting out
Telr

Best for growing UAE stores

Telr is designed for the Middle East market with multi-currency support and enterprise-level features for scaling UAE eCommerce businesses.

  • Multi-currency — AED, USD, GBP, EUR
  • Apple Pay & Samsung Pay support
  • Advanced fraud protection tools
  • Recurring billing for subscriptions
  • Better for B2B transactions
  • Ideal for AED 50,000+/month volume
✓ Best for UAE businesses processing AED 50,000+ monthly

Not sure which UAE payment gateway is right for your Shopify store? Tell us about your business and we will recommend the right choice — free, with no obligation.

Shopify Stores We've Built — Real Brands, Real Results

Our Shopify portfolio demonstrates the standard we deliver on every project:

Men's Health · Australia

Mosh Australia

Australia's leading online men's health brand — full Shopify platform with subscription products, compliant checkout, and mobile-first performance built for real traffic volumes.

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Jewellery · Global

Moon Magic

Global crystal jewellery brand — Shopify with large catalogue, multi-currency support, and polished mobile shopping experience for international audiences including Middle East.

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Home Services · UAE

Hitches & Glitches

UAE's largest home maintenance company — full digital solution with bilingual Arabic/English content, UAE-specific service booking, and optimised for Google UAE searches.

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Activewear · Global

IAM3F Activewear

Fitness apparel brand — Shopify with size and colour variants, international shipping, and mobile-first design that performs across global markets including the Middle East.

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Why Most UAE Shopify Stores Fail to Convert

  • PayTabs not integrated — UAE shoppers do not trust Stripe-only checkouts the way UK or US shoppers do. PayTabs is the expected payment method for UAE eCommerce.
  • No Arabic version — a Shopify store with only English content is invisible to the significant UAE Arabic-speaking customer base.
  • VAT not configured correctly — FTA non-compliant invoicing creates regulatory risk for VAT-registered UAE businesses.
  • No WhatsApp button — UAE customers expect to contact businesses on WhatsApp before purchasing. No WhatsApp button means lost sales.
  • AED pricing missing — showing USD prices only creates friction for UAE shoppers who want to understand what they are paying in their local currency.
  • Slow on mobile — UAE has one of the world's highest smartphone usage rates. Slow mobile checkout loses sales at the highest intent moment.
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Why UAE Businesses Choose Elephyn Labs for Shopify Development

  • UAE market expertise — PayTabs, Telr, bilingual Arabic/English, VAT FTA compliance, WhatsApp integration. Every UAE requirement built in from day one.
  • Proven Shopify portfolio — Mosh Australia, Moon Magic, IAM3F, Hickory Farms. Real stores. Real results across global markets.
  • Fraction of Dubai agency cost — From $599 USD (~AED 2,200) vs AED 10,000–40,000 at Dubai Shopify agencies. Same quality, significantly lower price.
  • Faster delivery — 18–22 days vs 8–14 weeks from Dubai agencies.
  • UAE timezone communication — Dedicated project manager responding within hours across UAE business hours.
  • ISO 9001:2015 certified — Structured project management and consistent delivery on every project.
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Fixed Pricing — Shopify Development for UAE Businesses

All prices fixed upfront. No hidden fees. No scope creep. USD pricing with approximate AED equivalent shown.

Starter Shopify Store
$599 USD
approx. AED 2,200
  • Up to 30 products
  • PayTabs integration
  • AED currency setup
  • 5% VAT FTA-compliant
  • WhatsApp Business button
  • Mobile-optimised theme
  • Arabic/English option
  • Basic on-page SEO
  • Google Analytics 4
  • 1 month free support
⏱ Delivered in 18–22 days
Custom / Enterprise
Custom
Quote on request
  • 500+ products
  • All UAE payment gateways
  • Full bilingual RTL Arabic
  • Subscription products
  • ERP / CRM integration
  • Custom Shopify app setup
  • Full SEO strategy
  • Ongoing support plan
⏱ Timeline on request

Compare: Dubai Shopify agencies typically charge AED 10,000–AED 40,000+ for the same scope.

What UAE Business Owners Say About Our Shopify Stores

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Fatima A.
Fashion Brand · Dubai
★★★★★
"Every Dubai Shopify agency I contacted quoted between AED 15,000 and AED 35,000. Elephyn Labs delivered a better store in 20 days for under AED 2,500. PayTabs working perfectly, Arabic version excellent, VAT invoicing fully compliant."
Google Review · Verified
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Ahmed K.
Perfume Brand · Abu Dhabi
★★★★★
"We sell high-end Arabic perfumes and oud. Needed a beautiful bilingual Shopify store with PayTabs and proper AED pricing. Elephyn Labs delivered exactly that — the Arabic layout is perfect and customers regularly compliment the website experience."
Google Review · Verified
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Mohammed R.
Food Brand · Sharjah
★★★★★
"Our existing Shopify store had no PayTabs, no Arabic version, and was showing ex-VAT prices. Elephyn Labs fixed everything in 3 weeks. Sales from UAE Arabic-speaking customers increased significantly once the Arabic version went live."
Google Review · Verified

Shopify Stores for Businesses Across Every UAE Emirate

We work remotely with UAE businesses across every emirate — delivering Shopify stores configured for the UAE market without Dubai agency pricing.

🏙️ Dubai
Fashion, beauty, food, retail, tech, luxury goods.
🕌 Abu Dhabi
Corporate gifts, food, retail, health, beauty.
🎨 Sharjah
Retail, food, modest fashion, artisan goods.
🏪 Ajman
Trading, retail, food, consumer goods.
🏔️ Ras Al Khaimah
Tourism goods, outdoor, retail, food.
⚓ Fujairah
Marine supplies, tourism goods, retail.

Frequently Asked Questions — Shopify Developer UAE

How much does a Shopify developer cost in the UAE?
Elephyn Labs builds Shopify stores for UAE businesses from $599 USD — approximately AED 2,200. A Growth store with PayTabs and Telr, full bilingual Arabic/English, VAT-compliant checkout, Google Shopping UAE, and abandoned cart recovery starts from $999 USD (~AED 3,670). Dubai Shopify agencies typically charge AED 10,000–AED 40,000+ for the same scope. All our prices are fixed upfront.
Do you integrate PayTabs and Telr into UAE Shopify stores?
Yes. PayTabs and Telr integration is included in every Shopify store we build for UAE businesses. PayTabs is best for most UAE small businesses starting out — simple, trusted, and supports all major UAE bank cards. Telr is better for businesses needing multi-currency and processing AED 50,000+ monthly. We integrate both and advise which is right for your specific business at no charge.
Do you build bilingual Arabic and English Shopify stores?
Yes. We build fully bilingual Shopify stores in Arabic and English — including right-to-left Arabic layout, Arabic product descriptions, Arabic checkout flow, and Arabic customer communication. Proper bilingual setup is essential for reaching UAE nationals and the wider Arabic-speaking market across the Middle East.
How do you handle VAT compliance for UAE Shopify stores?
We configure 5% VAT-inclusive pricing and Federal Tax Authority compliant invoicing for all UAE Shopify stores. Your store generates VAT-compliant receipts automatically for every transaction. This is configured correctly from day one — you are FTA-compliant from the moment your store goes live.
How long does it take to build a Shopify store in the UAE?
Starter Shopify stores for UAE businesses are delivered in 18–22 days. Growth stores take 22–28 days. Compare this to Dubai Shopify agency timelines of 8–14 weeks. You will be selling online in under a month from the day you brief us.
Do you add WhatsApp Business integration to UAE Shopify stores?
Yes. WhatsApp Business integration is included in every UAE Shopify store we build. In the UAE, WhatsApp is the primary business communication platform — customers expect to be able to reach you on WhatsApp before and after purchase. A prominent WhatsApp chat button measurably increases conversion rates in the UAE market.
Can you migrate my existing store to Shopify in the UAE?
Yes. We handle Shopify migrations from WooCommerce, Wix, Squarespace, Magento, BigCommerce, and custom-built stores. All products, customer data, and order history are migrated with 301 redirects to protect your existing Google UAE rankings throughout the transition.
Will my UAE Shopify store rank on Google?
Yes. Every store includes on-page SEO — product and collection page optimisation for UAE search terms, schema markup, Google Shopping UAE feed setup with AED pricing, and Google Search Console connection from launch. Most UAE clients see initial Google Shopping appearances within 2–4 weeks of launch.

Ready to Build a Shopify Store That Sells Across the UAE and Middle East?

Tell us about your products and what you need. We will come back with a clear plan, a fixed price in AED and USD, and a delivery date — usually within a few hours.

No lock-in contracts. No sales pressure. PayTabs, VAT & bilingual Arabic ready from day one.

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