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How long does it take to move cargo from China to Germany?

Shipping cargo door-to-door from China to Germany could take anything up to 55 days depending upon your chosen port of origin and destination, what is being shipped, and the method of transportation.

Air freight is the fastest transportation method, with cargo taking between 1 and 5 days to reach its destination port in Germany.

Ocean freight takes longer. It can take up to 60 days for goods to reach their German destination port from China.

In addition, FCL shipping is a faster process than LCL shipping because of the logistics involved in loading and unloading the goods at either end of the journey.

Rail transit times from China to Germany, hub-to-hub, take about 13-14 days, and door-to-door, approximately 16-18

What are the essential documents that need to be completed when shipping from China to Germany?

Correctly packaged and labelled cargo is essential for it to have a smooth journey from China through the customs clearance process in Germany. Having the necessary documents such as an importation permit for certain goods, a commercial invoice, and a packing list is also key.

The documents you need when shipping to Germany include:

Bill of Lading

Certificate of Origin

Commercial Invoice

Customs Value Declaration

Customs Import Declaration

Letter of Credit

Packing List

Proof of Insurance

You may also need a special permit if you’re shipping certain goods like hazardous materials.