How much does it cost to wrap a food truck in Dubai?

A full wrap on a compact food van costs AED 3,000 to AED 5,500 in Dubai. Large vans cost AED 5,000 to AED 10,000, and box-body trucks cost AED 8,000 to AED 15,000. Simple logo and menu lettering starts from about AED 800. VAT, design and the RTA permit are extra.

Is a partial wrap enough for a food truck?

For many new food trucks, yes. A partial wrap on the serving side and rear gives strong branding for AED 1,500 to AED 4,500, depending on the vehicle. It works best when the truck's base colour already matches your brand, so the wrap and the paint look like one design.

How long does a food truck wrap last in Dubai heat?

Premium cast vinyl with UV laminate lasts three to five years in Dubai's climate under normal use. Calendered film often starts lifting or fading within six to twelve months. Parking in shade, gentle hand washing and avoiding pressure washers near edges all help the wrap last longer.

Does the wrap price include the RTA permit?

Usually not. The RTA advertising permit is a government fee, about AED 1,000 a year for a full-wrap van and about AED 1,500 for heavier vehicles. We coordinate the application for our clients, but the fee is billed separately. Always check whether a quote includes it.

Can you wrap a food trailer or an Airstream?

Yes. Concession trailers wrap much like vans. Airstreams and other riveted aluminium trailers take more labour because of rivet lines and curved ends, so they cost AED 6,000 to AED 16,000 depending on size and coverage. Many owners choose a partial wrap to keep some of the polished aluminium showing.

How long does it take to wrap a food truck?

Installation takes half a day for lettering, one to three days for most vans and trailers, and up to five days for large box trucks and Airstreams. Allow a few extra days before that for design approval and the RTA permit, so plan the wrap well ahead of your launch date.

Sarshar Taqi, Author at Marhaba Advertising

Food Truck Wrap Cost in Dubai: 2026 Price Guide

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A professional food truck wrap in Dubai costs between AED 800 and AED 16,000 in 2026. Most owners who come to us for custom food truck branding on a converted van spend AED 3,000 to AED 8,000 on a full wrap. Box-body trucks, large trailers and Airstreams sit at the top of the range because […]