Container shipping Hamburg to La Guaira

Are you looking for a service to ship a container from Hamburg to La Guaira (VELAG)? Sea freight has many advantages: you can ship large volumes at low costs, it’s convenient and it is trustworthy. Ship a container overseas with roll on/roll off or machinery can be outsourced to e.g. Hapag-Lloyd. You can choose from all kind of containers. There is made a difference between Full Container Load (FCL) and a container with combined cargo (LCL). Via our portal we offer up-to-date information about international transport La Guaira (VE LAG). You can read practical information about the various sea container types. For this we offer a step-by-step export plan. Share your cargo and transport wishes and you will get a competitive quote with a competitive rate.

Ocean shipping is a good, sure and cost-effective way to ship heavy and bulky goods.
Compared to air freight, you can transport larger volumes for a better price.
Sea freight is perfect for international removals and transporting break bulk or consumer goods.
The Port of La Guaira is one of the most important ports in Venezuela.
You can choose from many types and sizes of containers: 20 FT, 40 FT, 40FT HC and Flat Rack, Insulated, Dry Van, Refrigerated, Tank, Open-Top containers.

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Shipping to La Guaira (VELAG) from Hamburg (DEHAM)

Ocean freight shipping is the most economical form of transportation. Your cargo is put on a container with pellets. The freight forwarder company sends the location details to you. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the port of origin La Guaira (VE LAG), and will be transported by sea to the customs at the port of destination. There are different kind of options: port-to-port, door-to-port, port-to-door or door-to-door. In the table below we offer useful information about the port of destination.

Port of departure	Port of Hamburg (DEHAM)
Country of departure	Germany
Port of destination	Port of La Guaira
Country of destination	Venezuela
Port Code	VELAG
Transport Time	+/- 26 days
Shipping rates	$$$
Local address	Terminal Maritimo, Dr. Jose Maria Vargas, Av. Soublette, La Guaira, Estado Vargas, Venezuela
E-mail address	presidencia_plc@plcsa.gov.ve
Website	www.plcsa.gob.ve
Telephone number	58-23030802

Freight Forwarder Hamburg – port of La Guaira

Shipment details
Enter the origin of shipment and the destination harbor. Determine the desired transport method: Full Container Load (FCL) or a partial filled container (LCL). You can also choose the size of the container (20-ft, 40-ft of a high cube).
Prepare your package
To begin, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To ensure that the cargo remains in good condition, it is a good idea to use pallets. Tip: make sure you have recognizable labels on the freight.
Customs Documentation for Exporters
If you ship cargo to La Guaira (VELAG), you will have to provide relevant export documents (for the purpose of national customs): certificates of origin, packing list, packing declaration, commercial invoice, bill of lading. A Bill of Lading is a legal document issued by the carrier or agent to confirm that the goods match the description listed on the paperwork and that the freight has been booked correctly.
Determine the transfer of risk (Incoterm)
Incoterms are relevant for traders to define responsibility and liability for shipment of the goods. The Incoterm defines who bears responsibility for e.g. transport, insurance and the relevant documents for transport. Much chosen incoterms are Delivery Duty Paid (DDP), Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Ex Works (EXW).
Track shipment
Use the Online Container & Freight Tracking System to see where your container is right now. They will send you a mail when the ship is loaded at the POL (port of origin), arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and the moment the consignee has confirmed that the cargo has reached its final destination.

Sea freight from La Guaira (VELAG) to Hamburg (DEHAM): pick your container

You are going to ship a container from port of La Guaira – (VE LAG) to port of Hamburg – (DE HAM)? The first step is to rent a suitable container. There are smaller and bigger boxes (20ft & 40ft) and different terms and conditions (FCL shipment or LCL shipping). Popular shipping lines include APL, CMA CGM, Evergreen, Hamburg Sud, MOL, MSC, ZIM. Well-known cities around the harbor are Catia La Mar, Maiquetía, La Guaira, Caracas, Caraballeda, Chacao, Los Teques, Baruta, Carrizal, El Cafetal, Petare, El Hatillo, La Dolorita, Caucaguita, La Victoria, Charallave, San Mateo, Guarenas, Cúa, Turmero. In the box below you will find extensive information and advice about the most common sizes and types. Also click further for information about Rail Freight.

Details of a 20ft container

Twenty Foot Containers (which is a standard dry van) is the most common container worldwide. They are easy to load, access, and handle, which give you lower handling and shipping costs. Widely used for transporting household goods and international removals. Keep in mind: TEU abbreviation stands for Twenty Foot Equivalent Unit.

This box is often used for shipping freight by sea.
A 20-foot container has a surface area of: L – 5.89M. W – 2.35M. H – 2.23M.
Usually, 9-11 pallets are able to fit in one TEU.
In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.100 kilogram.

Advantages of a 40 ft container

The 40 foot container is the largest of the standard shipping containers. Many kinds of products can be loaded and stored in it. It is especially intended for shipping large volumes of cargo. Tip: you can also opt for a taller ‘high cube’ edition. It is about one foot taller than a normal box. This ensures that your cargo/goods can be loaded higher.

Very popular with large and bulky goods.
The dimensions are standard: 12 x 2,3 x 2,4 m.
It can hold 23-24 Euro pallets or 20-21 standard pallets in one row.
Maximum load is about +/- 28.600 kg.

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Use a Full Container (FCL)

If you have enough goods to fill an entire container, then you can book your own full container. The abbreviation FCL stands for Full Container Load. You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. There are many advantages to it: faster transit time, a smaller chance of damage to the freight and you take advantage of economies of scale. Of course there are also downsides: it is not suitable for importers and exporters with lower shipping volume and you have higher inventory costs. Another departure port? Also check Antwerp to La Guaira (VELAG) and Rotterdam to La Guaira (VELAG).

The premise of FCL is that the whole container is intended for one shipper.
Ideal for bulk items and large-volume products.
If you’re shipping more than 14 m3.
Available at: e.g. Hapag-Lloyd, COSCO, CMA CGM, MSC, ONE.

What is the meaning of LCL container?

With a small freight, it might be cheaper to book a partial shipment (shared container). Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). LCL Means that means that multiple shippers’ goods are packed together. There are multiple advantages: for smaller loads, it is way cheaper than a full container, you spend less on inventory space and more flexible during intense shipping season. Worth mentioning: once you have more than half a container worth of goods, then FCL is probably a more favorable choice. LCL shipping charges are generally computed based on volume, usually in cubic meters (CBM).

LCL means that your shipment is taking up only a part of a partial container.
Cost effective for shipments between 2,5 m3 – 13 m3.
You just pay for the used volume of the full container.
There is always sufficient availability (every season).
Available at: e.g. HMM, Evergreen, Yang Ming, POL, Wan Hai.

Other special types of containers

The range of boxes is very varied for the shipment of your goods. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The most common type is the Dry van. Besides this, there are also applications for oils, flowers, fruit or very exclusive stuff. We’ve explained it all below. Also check other destinations such as Tema (GHTEM), port of Suva (FJSUV), Charleston (USCHS) harbor and terminal Bilbao (ESBIO).

Bulk Containers: used for transport of foodstuffs or bulk such as as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
Hard-Top Containers: a specialized version of general dry van (with special roof).
High-Cube Containers: extremely functional for transporting light and large cargo.
Insulated Containers: ideal for Short-Term Storage or Short-Hop Journeys.

Open-Top Containers: for heavy goods which are difficult to be loaded sideways.
Palletwide Containers: more popular and common in the European continent.
Refrigerated Containers: reefers are big fridges that are used to transport temperature controlled cargoes.
Tank Containers: for the transport of all types of bulk liquid by rail, road and sea.
Ventilated Containers: passive (naturally) ventilated or coffee containers.

Kind of cargo: What do you want to ship?

Importing stuff by sea from Hamburg (DEHAM) to La Guaira (VELAG) has lots of advantages: attractive prices, there are lots of different shipping options and containers can also be used for further transportation by road or rail. The most important ocean cargo transported by sea include: liquid bulk, dry bulk, roll on/roll off, break bulk, containerized. Below we tell you everything about it.

Car shipping: it saves money and time to to have your vehicle shipped.
House Moving: have your personal items sent for relocation.
Removals (Household Goods): all your household effects shipped inexpensive and insured.
Liquid Bulk: e.g. hydrogen, biofuels, diesel, gasoline, chemicals, kerosene.
Dry Bulk: coal, iron ore, grain but also stuff like plates, coils, sand, salt.
Roll on Roll off (RORO): a vessel transporting wheeled cargo (cars/trucks,trailers,etc).
Breakbulk: refers to goods that are stowed on board ship in individually counted units.
Retail & other: products like art and antiques, medical/pharmacy, sports equipment, toys, clothes + fashion, drinks, food, furniture, shoes.

All you need to know about international transport (FAQ)

What is the estimated transit time from Hamburg to La Guaira?

Shipping a container from Hamburg (DE) to La Guaira takes approx 26 days. The total distance is approximately 6000 nautical miles. That equates to 11112 km. If you choose transport by sea, you have to pay close attention to ETD and ETA. ETD means the date and time the vessel will leave the dock. ETA is the date and time at which the vessel is expected to arrive at the dock. The exact shipping time has several factors: displacement of the vessel, weather conditions and type and weight of cargo.

What are the costs of a shipping container to La Guaira (VELAG)?

Shipping rates from Hamburg (Germany) to La Guaira (Venezuela) are slightly above average. The actual costs are determined by various factors such as cargo weight, shipping route and local handling fees. Feel free to contact us for more information, a price proposal and transit time.

What documents do you need for customs?

When transporting goods to La Guaira, then there are some important customs clearance documents. The following documents are important: Packing List, Import/export Licenses, Insurance Certificate, Commercial Invoice, Certificate of Origin, Bill of Lading. For questions or additional information, please contact the customs of Venezuela or view the website of the port/government (www.plcsa.gob.ve).

What Incoterm should i use?

The Incoterms define the time and place from which the seller’s responsibility ends and the buyer’s begins. The most popular Incoterms for sea transport are FOB and CIF. Cost, Insurance and Freight (CIF) means the seller bears responsibility for all the costs up to and including the ocean freight to the port of destination specified by the buyer. Free on Board (FOB) includes: the seller must arrange all processes concerning the goods until they are loaded onto a shipping vessel. In addition, there are other Incoterms 2000 like e.g. Ex Works (EXW), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA), Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) & Delivered at Place Unloaded (DPU), Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP).