International Shipping from China to Greece - Making Trade in the 'Global Village' Possible

Here is the information regarding freight rates, transit times and customs clearance considerations for shipping from China to Greece:

Freight Rates and Transit Times

• Ocean FCL (Full Container Load)

• Freight Rates: A 20-foot container costs around $1,750 - $3,250. For a 40-foot container, it's about $2,375 - $4,480.

• Transit Times: It usually takes 16 - 21 days.

• Ocean LCL (Less than Container Load)

• Freight Rates: It is approximately $50 - $100 per cbm.

• Transit Times: Generally 20 - 40 days.

• Airfreight

• Freight Rates: It's about $4 - $6 per kilogram.

• Transit Times: It takes 3 - 7 days.

• Regular Airfreight

• International Express

• Freight Rates: Prices are approximately $5 - $15 per kg for small parcels.

• Transit Times: 3 - 6 days.

• Freight Rates: For small parcels, it may cost around $5 - $15 per kg.

• Transit Times: 2 - 5 days.

• DHL/FedEx

• UPS

Customs Clearance Considerations

• Documentation Requirements

• Commercial Invoice: A detailed commercial invoice is needed, including the description of goods, quantity, unit price, total value, and the name and address of the buyer and seller.

• Bill of Lading/Air Waybill: The bill of lading for ocean freight or the air waybill for airfreight is a crucial document for customs clearance.

• Packing List: Provide a packing list that details the contents of each package, including weights, dimensions, and the number of items in each package.

• Certificate of Origin: It may be required to prove the country of origin of the goods.

• Prohibited and Restricted Items

• Prohibited Items: Drugs, weapons, counterfeit goods are strictly prohibited.

• Restricted Items: There are restrictions on items like certain chemicals and cultural relics. Food products and agricultural products may have strict quarantine requirements.

• Customs Duties and Taxes

• Duty Rates: Greece has different duty rates depending on the type of goods. For example, electronics might incur duties of 6% - 12%, while textiles could be around 10% - 20% of the declared value. VAT is typically 24%.

• Tax Calculation: Taxes are usually calculated based on the customs value of the goods.

• Other Considerations

• Accurate Declaration: Make sure to accurately declare the goods to avoid delays or penalties.

• Intellectual Property Rights: If the goods involve intellectual property rights, relevant proof and declarations are required.

For an accurate quote on shipping from China to Greece, please contact WanHao Freight. Our professional team will consider details such as the type of goods, volume, weight, origin port in China and special requirements to provide you with a customized quote. Whether you choose Ocean FCL, Ocean LCL, airfreight or international express, we are committed to finding the most suitable and cost-effective shipping solution for you.