If you sell online in the UAE — whether through your own ecommerce store, shopify store , noon, Amazon.ae, or social media — getting your shipping labels right is essential. The wrong label size, material, or printer can cause courier rejections, scanning failures, and delayed deliveries. This guide covers everything UAE e-commerce sellers need to know.
Standard Shipping Label Size in UAE
The universal shipping label size used by all major UAE couriers — Aramex, DHL, FedEx, Emirates Post, Fetchr, and Quiqup — is 100x150mm (4x6 inches). This size fits:
- Full recipient name and address
- Sender details
- Barcode / tracking number
- Courier routing information
- COD amount (if applicable)
Always use 100x150mm labels for courier shipments unless your courier specifies otherwise.
Direct Thermal vs Thermal Transfer for Shipping Labels
For shipping labels, direct thermal is the most popular choice — no ribbon needed, lower cost, and labels are typically discarded after delivery so long-term durability isn’t required.
However, if your packages are exposed to heat during transit (common in UAE summers), consider thermal transfer shipping labels — they won’t fade in high temperatures.
Best Printers for Shipping Labels in UAE
- Peridot D12B — compact Bluetooth direct thermal printers, ideal for home-based sellers and small offices. Print 100x150mm labels wirelessly from your phone or laptop.
- Zebra ZD220T — desktop thermal transfer printer for medium-to-high volume sellers who need consistent, reliable printing.
- Peridot PD60B— Bluetooth direct thermal printers, ideal for home-based sellers and small offices. Print 100x150mm labels wirelessly from your phone or laptop.
How to Print Shipping Labels in UAE
- Generate your label from your courier’s portal (Aramex, DHL, etc.) or your e-commerce platform (Shopify, WooCommerce, etc.)
- Download as PDF — most courier portals output 100x150mm PDF labels
- Print directly to your label printer — set paper size to 100x150mm (4x6”) in your print settings
- Apply to your package — ensure the barcode is flat, unobstructed, and scannable
Common Shipping Label Mistakes to Avoid
- ❌ Printing on A4 paper and cutting — labels often wrinkle or peel, causing scan failures
- ❌ Using inkjet or laser labels — ink smears in heat; thermal is far more reliable
- ❌ Covering the barcode with tape — use clear tape only, or better yet, use self-adhesive thermal labels that don’t need tape
- ❌ Wrong label size — always confirm 100x150mm for standard courier shipments
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