Shipping to and from the USA
Air and ocean freight into every state, customs entry prepared and lodged, and onward road delivery to the door.
UNITED STATES
A single movement, not a relay
Shipments into the United States pass through export handling, a long haul, a customs entry and a domestic delivery. We arrange all four, so nothing is dropped between one contractor and the next.
By air
Into the major gateways for onward trucking. The right choice when the goods are time critical or valuable.
By ocean
Full and shared container loads into east and west coast ports, with drayage and line haul beyond.
Domestic delivery
Road delivery from the port or airport to any commercial or residential address.
TRANSIT TIMES
How long it usually takes
| Route | Air freight | Ocean freight |
|---|---|---|
| Germany to US East Coast | 3 – 6 working days | 18 – 28 working days |
| Germany to US Midwest | 4 – 7 working days | 22 – 32 working days |
| Germany to US West Coast | 4 – 8 working days | 26 – 38 working days |
| Rest of EU to USA | 4 – 8 working days | 20 – 38 working days |
| USA to Europe (return) | 3 – 7 working days | 18 – 30 working days |
CUSTOMS
Entries, duty and the paperwork behind them
Goods entering the United States need a customs entry filed before they are released. We prepare and lodge it, classify the goods, calculate the duty owed and settle it with the authorities on your behalf, then invoice you for what was paid plus our disbursement fee.
- Commercial invoice and packing list checked before departure
- Tariff classification against the current schedule
- Duty and tax calculated on the declared value
- Entry lodged and release obtained
- Itemised invoice showing exactly what was paid
ON THE GROUND
We have people in the United States
Our North American operation is based in Toledo, Ohio, on the Great Lakes corridor with the road network into the Midwest and the East Coast on its doorstep. It means a shipment arriving from Europe is received by our own people rather than handed to an agent we have never met.
Global International Freight
3225 Secor Rd
Toledo, Ohio 43606
United States
BEFORE YOU BOOK
Worth knowing
What paperwork do I need to provide?
A commercial invoice and a packing list for every shipment. The invoice needs an accurate description of the goods, the quantity, the value and the country of origin. Vague descriptions are the single most common cause of delay.
Who pays the duty?
Normally the importer. We pay it at the border so the shipment is not held, then invoice you for the amount paid plus a disbursement fee. The invoice itemises the duty rate, the value it was applied to and our fee separately.
Can you deliver to a residential address?
Yes. Residential deliveries are arranged with the receiver in advance, as most homes cannot take a full pallet without notice. Let us know at booking and we will plan for it.
What cannot be shipped?
Hazardous goods, perishables, currency, live animals and anything restricted under US import rules. If you are unsure whether an item qualifies, ask us before booking at support@globalintfrieight.com.
Shipping to the United States?
Send the dimensions, weight and destination and we will come back with air and ocean options side by side.