All major sea freight ports in the country can be shipped, including Shenzhen, Guangzhou, Ningbo, Shanghai, Xiamen, Tianjin, Qingdao, Dalian, Hong Kong China, Taiwan China, etc. No matter where your supplier is in China, for sea freight China to Singapore, we can arrange for you nearby, through inland transportation, door-to-door pick-up and warehouse delivery.
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We provide LCL cargo from China direct and transshipment services on all routes, covering basic ports around the world, including Singapore, with at least 1-2 ships per week.
In China's major ports and major cities, we have permanent LCL collection warehouses, providing collection and transportation services for multiple suppliers or factories. Many customers like this convenient service, which can reduce their workload and save them money.
(2) Timely tracking: Some freight forwarders disappear after collecting the cargo and money, which makes transportation impossible. We will assist you in keeping the delivery documents of the goods, keep an eye on the shipment status of the goods, and provide timely feedback so that you can learn about where your shipment is at any time.
Q1: What are the differences between FCL and LCL shipping?
A: Full Container Load (FCL) shipping refers to chartering an entire container to transport your goods, making it ideal for large-volume shipments. Less than Container Load (LCL) shipping allows you to share container space with other cargo, making it more cost-effective for smaller shipments.
Q2: How long does door-to-door sea freight from China to Singapore take?
A: Transit time typically ranges from:
FCL: 7 to 12 days
LCL: 10 to 15 days
This includes pickup, customs clearance, sea shipping, and final delivery. Actual timing may vary based on origin city, port congestion, customs inspection, and holiday seasons.
Q3: What does door-to-door delivery include in this route?
A: Our door-to-door service includes:
- Pickup from origin address in China
- Export customs clearance in China
- Sea freight (FCL or LCL) to Singapore
- Import customs clearance in Singapore
- Destination port handling & charges
- Final trucking delivery to your door in Singapore
Q4: What documents are required for customs clearance in China and Singapore?
A: Basic required documents include:
- Commercial invoice (with detailed goods description, value, quantity, and HS code).
- Packing list (specifying weight, volume, and packaging type for each item).
- Bill of Lading (B/L) or Air Waybill (if by air, but FCL/LCL is sea freight).
- Customs declaration form (completed by the freight forwarder or shipper).
Additional documents (if applicable): Certificate of Origin (for tariff preferences), import license (for restricted goods like electronics), and inspection certificates (e.g., for toys or machinery). Singapore has strict customs regulations, so ensuring documents are accurate is crucial to avoid delays.
Q5: How are door-to-door costs calculated?
A: For FCL: Usually a flat rate per container (e.g., 20ft/40ft), including all transport, customs, and delivery.
For LCL: Based on volume (CBM) or weight, plus customs and delivery fees.
Additional charges may include insurance, special handling, or detention fees.