International Transportation Forwarder Sea Freight Shipping from China to Germany

We offer optimal delivery on DDP terms, where the sender pays for insurance and transport costs. In this case, the cargo will arrive at the recipient without additional charges.

Each mode of transportation offers different options for shipping. To make the right choice, you need to consider the timing, quantity of products, their dimensions, type, and delivery path.

Depending on the conditions, you will be offered different transportation modes for en-route delivery from China to Germany:

1. Airfreight
2. Shipping by sea

If you need to transport products by sea, you must be aware that shipping from China to Germany in a containership is slower than delivery by plane but more cost-effective.

Time in transit from China to Germany port-to-port is approximately 35 to 45 days. You can order door-to-door delivery and ship products to the office or elsewhere.

Benefits of sea shipping from China to Germany

It is one of the most stable shipping methods and the least expensive compared to airfreight.

Various sea routes and freight options make delivering goods the best way possible.

When should you use sea freight from China?

Sea shipping comes in handy if you want to:

• save on costs, as sea freight is one of the most favorable shipping prices;
• plan your shipment – transit time from China to Germany is up to 45 days;
• choose a stable departure schedule, which is offered by different shipping lines;
• carry oversized cargo – the more extensive your load, the cheaper the shipping cost compared to air or land freight;
• get flexibility in scheduling shipments – you can choose to partially load the container with your goods or fully load the container.

How to ship from China to Germany

Before scheduling the delivery of your items through Partner Trade, there are several essential steps to complete:

1. Determine the precise value of the merchandise you’re sending from China. This information is crucial for calculating customs duties and the ultimate shipping cost.
2. Forward the following details to our designated manager: the pickup address in China, the final destination address in Germany, and the shipment’s type, dimensions, and weight.
3. Ensure that you furnish all the necessary documentation for the goods.
4. Properly label and package the goods according to their specific characteristics and the shipping requirements.
5. Make the required payments for delivery and any associated fees, including additional services if applicable.

LCL & FCL shipping from China to Germany

Shipments by sea are available in containers that have different sizes – 20-foot or 40-foot. 

You can choose delivery from China to Germany in LCL or FCL.