Livestock Auction in Dubai: How to Buy & Sell Cattle, Goats, Sheep & Camels at Al Qusais Market in 2025–2026
Dubai is quietly becoming one of the most exciting livestock trading hubs in the Middle East. Every week at Dubai Cattle Market in Al Qusais Industrial Area 4, hundreds of goats, sheep, cattle, oxen, and camels change hands, some through traditional face-to-face deals, many now through our fast-growing weekly live auction system.
Whether you are a farmer looking to restock, a butcher needing regular supply, a hotel buyer, or an individual wanting the best price on an Eid ox, this is your complete guide to Dubai’s real livestock auction scene.
Weekly Livestock Auction Schedule (2025–2026)
Every Wednesday & Saturday Location: Dubai Cattle Market – Al Qusais Industrial Area 4 Time:
- Viewing & registration: 7:00 AM – 9:00 AM
- Auction starts: 9:30 AM sharp
- Ends: Usually by 1:00 PM (depending on number of lots)
No entry fee | Open to everyone | Cash, bank transfer, and card payments accepted
What’s Sold at the Al Qusais Livestock Auction?
| Category | Average Lots per Auction | Typical Price Range (Nov 2025) |
|---|---|---|
| Somali & Mixed Goats | 200–400 animals | AED 850 – 1,600 per head |
| Kashmiri & Afghani Goats | 80–150 animals | AED 1,300 – 2,600 |
| Pakistani & Local Sheep | 100–250 animals | AED 1,400 – 2,800 |
| Young Bulls & Oxen | 15–40 animals | AED 4,500 – 12,000 |
| Camels (1–3 years) | 5–20 animals | AED 4,800 – 15,000 |
| Breeding cows / heifers | 10–25 animals | AED 6,000 – 18,000 |
All animals are MOCCAE-tagged, vaccinated, and come with health certificates. No hidden fees.
How the Auction Works – Step by Step
- Arrive early (7–8 AM) to inspect animals
- Register at the office (bring Emirates ID or passport) – takes 2 minutes
- Receive your bidder number paddle
- Animals are brought out in lots of 5–20 (goats/sheep) or individually (cattle/camels)
- Auctioneer announces breed, weight, origin, and starting price
- Fast, open bidding – raise your paddle to bid
- Highest bidder wins → pay immediately or within 30 minutes
- Load your animals or use our transport service
First-time buyers get free guidance from our staff in Arabic, English, Urdu, Pashto, or Hindi.
Why Buy at Auction Instead of Fixed Price?
- Save 15–30% compared to regular market prices
- See hundreds of animals in one morning
- Transparent pricing – you only pay what you’re willing to
- Chance to buy premium breeding stock that never reaches normal retail
Many regular buyers report saving AED 200–800 per goat and up to AED 3,000 on large oxen.
Selling at the Auction – Turn Your Animals into Cash Fast
Need to sell quickly? Bring your livestock any Tuesday or Friday (8 AM – 4 PM) for inclusion in the next auction.
We charge only 5% seller commission (one of the lowest in the UAE). Payment to you within 1 hour after the animal is sold.
Requirements for sellers:
- Valid MOCCAE movement permit
- Health certificate not older than 7 days
- Animals must arrive clean and in good condition
Transport & Logistics – We Handle Everything
- Same-day loading with experienced handlers
- Free parking and loading area
- Delivery anywhere in UAE starting from AED 150
- Export documentation service available (Africa, Oman, Qatar)
Future of Livestock Trading in Dubai
The UAE government is pushing for more organized auction systems (similar to the successful Abu Dhabi livestock auction). Dubai Cattle Market is already the biggest private weekly auction in the Northern Emirates, with plans to go fully digital in 2026 (online bidding + live streaming).
Visit or Contact Us Today
Location: Al Qusais Industrial Area 4, behind Al Qusais Police Station Auction days: Every Wednesday & Saturday Phone / WhatsApp:
+971 544545048 (send “Auction” for next week’s catalog)