Quick permits
International Driving License applications were completed in under 10 minutes in one review.
Emirates Post - Deira Main Post Office
Hor Al Anz
Emirates Post - Deira Main Post Office is a postal and government-services branch in Hor Al Anz for sending documents and parcels. Reviews highlight quick International Driving License applications and efficient parcel and courier handling, with a spacious, clean facility and ample parking.
Reputation Score
4.0
★★★★☆
411 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Fast service
Several visitors described routine transactions as smooth and quick, including one completed in about 10 minutes.
Many counters
The token system is supported by many counters, helping keep waits manageable even during a rush.
Clean interior
A visitor collecting a US Visa found the inside clean and modern.
Parking space
Reviews describe ample parking, including a visitor who found a good amount of parking for a short collection visit.
Courier value
One customer said sending a courier to Delhi cost less than at other courier companies.
Comfortable seating
The branch has a comfortable seating area, with separate seats mentioned for women and elderly visitors.
Tips for a Better Visit
Budget parking. Allow for paid parking charges; a review says the branch has plenty of spaces but no free customer parking.
Use tokens. Take a token on arrival. The branch uses first-come, first-served tokens and has multiple counters.
Try off-peak. A 3 PM visit was reported to have no queue, so an afternoon visit may be quieter than busy periods.
Check signage. Look for NXN signage as well as Emirates Post branding when locating the branch.
Confirm hours. Check the schedule before travelling; one review reports Monday to Friday opening and closure during Friday prayer time.
Plan the visit
Practical details
Deira - 16th St - off Abu Hail street
Hor Al Anz East - Deira, Dubai
| Mon | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Tue | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Wed | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Thu | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Fri | 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM, 1:30 PM – 8:00 PM |
| Sat | 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM |
| Sun | Closed |
Popular Mentions
EMS Mumtaz post
One review describes using EMS Mumtaz post at the Deira branch and completing the service in under 10 minutes.
premium Service parcel
A customer used the premium Service parcel option and said the shipment was sent swiftly.
Philately stamps
The branch has also been visited for buying philately stamps.
Common Concerns
Paid parking
Parking is plentiful but paid, with no free customer parking according to one detailed review.
Delivery delays
Some courier complaints describe repeated rescheduling and shipments marked as failed despite the customer waiting.
Mixed guidance
One customer reported receiving changing requirements and inconsistent information while trying to complete a transaction.
Branding confusion
The branch may be labelled NXN rather than Emirates Post, which can make it harder to identify from outside.
System outages
A visitor encountered a network outage during a visit, although the transaction was eventually processed.
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The Bottom Line
Emirates Post - Deira Main Post Office is a useful Hor Al Anz branch for sending parcels and documents, collecting passports or bank documents, and handling selected government-related services. Reviews specifically mention International Driving License applications finished in under 10 minutes, US Visa collection completed in about five minutes, and EMS Mumtaz post handled in less than 10 minutes. The facility gets strong marks for its clean, modern interior, comfortable seating and spacious layout.
A token system and many counters help keep queues moving, even when there are people waiting. Parking is generally easy to find, but it is paid; one review specifically warns that there is no free customer parking. The branch has also been described as open from 8am to 8pm, five days a week, though it is worth checking current hours before setting out.
There are a couple of practical cautions. The location may be labelled “NXN” rather than Emirates Post, so the branding can be confusing. Most counter-service feedback is positive, but delivery-related reviews include repeated rescheduling, missed calls and a shipment marked as an unsuccessful attempt.
For a straightforward in-branch transaction, the evidence is considerably more reassuring than for time-sensitive delivery follow-up.