Container shipping Rotterdam to Santo Domingo
Do you need to ship a container from Rotterdam to Santo Domingo (DOSDQ)? Sea freight has many advantages: it’s perfect for heavy and bulky items, it is efficient much more environmental friendly than air freight. Importing a container overseas with ro-ro or personal goods is easy with shippinglines like Unifeeder. Freight forwarders offer various types of containers. Shipping by sea is primarily divided into two types: (FCL) full containers and (LCL) and partial shipments. Via our transport agents you will receive lots of practical information regarding international transport Santo Domingo (DO SDQ). We provide you with practical information about the different types of containers. You will also find a step-by-step import plan. Provide us with your transport details and we will prepare a quote with great prices and shipping conditions.
- Ocean shipping is a professional, staunch and inexpensive way to ship high volume products.
- Advantages compared to air freight: it has a better carbon footprint and it is cheaper.
- Sea freight is a solution for worldwide relocations and transporting refrigerated cargo or motorbikes.
- The Port of Santo Domingo is one of the biggest ports of Dominican Republic.
- The range of containers includes: twenty footers, forty footers and Dry Van, Insulated, Flat Rack, Tank, Open-Top, Refrigerated containers.
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Shipping to Santo Domingo (DOSDQ) from Rotterdam (NLRTM)
Ocean freight shipping is a reliable way of large-volume transportation. Your personal stuff is packed tightly in a container. The freight forwarder (intermediary) will book a container. Your goods are loaded into the shipping vessel at the departing port Santo Domingo (DO SDQ), and will be shipped overseas to the customs at the POD (port of destination). They provide you options like port-to-door, door-to-door, port-to-port, door-to-port. In the table below we offer useful information about the POD (Port Of Destination).
| Port of departure | Port of Rotterdam (NLRTM) |
| Country of departure | Netherlands |
| Port of destination | Port of Santo Domingo |
| Country of destination | Dominican Republic |
| Port Code | DOSDQ |
| Transit Time | +/- 24 days |
| Shipping prices | $$ |
| Local address | Santo Domingo 10210, Dominicaanse Republiek |
| dominican-republic@containershippingservice.com | |
| Website | www.apordom.gov.do/ |
| Phone number | – not available – |
Freight Forwarder Rotterdam – port of Santo Domingo
- Details of your shipment
Enter the port of departure and the arrival port. Choose how you want to transport: FCL (Full Container Load) or partial shipments (LCL). Also select the desired size (20 ft, 40 ft of 40 ft high cube).
- Pack you load
To begin, your load need to be prepared in the right way. To avoid damage, we advise you to use pallets. Also make sure you have good labels.
- Common Export Documents
In the situations that you export goods to Santo Domingo (DOSDQ), you need to share special export documents (for correct national customs papers): packing declaration, export/import customs declaration, packing list, commercial invoice, certificates of origin. With a Bill of Lading we mean a document that is completed by a carrier confirming goods were received in an acceptable condition and noticing that the cargo is well packed for transport.
- Agree on the conditions (Incoterms)
Incoterms are the terms used in international shipping to define obligations, costs, and risks involved in the delivery of goods. The chosen Incoterm decides who is responsible for e.g transport, insurance and duty related matters. Popular incoterms are Cost, Insurance Freight (CIF), Free On Board (FOB), Ex Works (EXW).
- Ocean freight tracking
Use cargo tracking to see where your container is right now. They will send you a mail when the cargo is departed from POL (Port of loading), arrived at the port of arrival (POD) and when your cargo has been unloaded at the final destination.
Sea freight from Santo Domingo (DOSDQ) to Rotterdam (NLRTM): pick a container
You want to ship a container from port of Santo Domingo – (DO SDQ) to port of Rotterdam – (NL RTM)? It is highly recommended to get a suitable container. You can choose from large and small sizes (20 ft, 40 ft) and different container agreements (LCL shipping or FCL shipping). There are several international shipping lines that transport your cargo. There is a good connection to important cities nearby. In the next chapter we help you choose the right type and provide info about the most common sizes and types. We are happy to provide you with more information about Shipping rates.
Advantages of a twenty foot container
Twenty Foot Containers (also known as dry van) is the most commonly used and most commonly available size. They are easy to stack, that means they are quite cheap. Ideal for the transportation of bulk goods and personal effects and removals. Some extra info: 1 Teu means Twenty-foot Equivalent Unit.
- This box is a very suitable choice for transporting cargo via the ocean.
- A 20-foot container is described in terms of size as: 6,06 x 2,44 x 2,59.
- A 20 foot holds 11 pallets in one tier.
- In terms of weight load, the following applies: +/- 27.500 kg.
Explanation about a 40 foot container
The 40 foot container is the largest of the standard shipping containers. You can pack a lot of cargo in this. It is especially intended for transporting large loads by sea. Moreover, there are also special 40 foot containers such as the ‘high cube’ box. It is about one foot taller than a normal box. Very suitable for high products.
- Often chosen for large loads.
- The format is universal: L 12.19m x W 2.44m x H 2.59m.
- The Forty Foot Equivalent Unit (FEU) can hold 20-24 pallets.
- In terms of weight fits maximum: +/- 28.100 kilogram.
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In which situations do I choose an FCL container?
If your cargo is so large that you can fill an entire container, it is best to book a full container. Within the logistics sector this is called FCL (Full Container Load). You don’t need to share space with others like LCL. This has multiple advantages: ideal transit time, less risk of damage during the logistics process and the rates are more favorable. Important to mention: it is not suitable for importers and exporters with lower shipping volume and unloading can be a hassle. There are also other departure ports. See for example Antwerp to Santo Domingo (DOSDQ) or Hamburg to Santo Domingo (DOSDQ).
- FCL Means that means that the whole container is intended for one shipper.
- Suitable for as many small items on pallets as large goods.
- Relevant when you are sending more than 15 m3.
- Available at: e.g. COSCO, MSC, CMA CGM, Maersk, Hapag-Lloyd.
Use a Less than container (LCL)
When you have too little goods to fill a full container, you can use be made of a shared container. Transport organizations describe that as Less Than Container Load (LCL). The goal of LCL is that multiple shippers’ goods are packed together. You benefit from many advantages: for smaller loads, it is way cheaper than a full container, storage and insurance is advantageous and more flexible during intense shipping season. Notable: if your goods can fill up half of the container space, then it is often more interesting to go for an FCL shipping. The total shipping costs are related to the actual volume that the shipment occupies in a shared shipping container.
- LCL means that your cargo will be placed into a partial container.
- A good solution for shipping volumes between 4 m3 & 15,5 m3.
- Deal for cargo that does not fill the entire container.
- Easier to find space during peak season.
- Available at: e.g. Wan Hai, ZIM, Evergreen, POL, HMM.
Other special types of containers
The range of boxes is very diverse for shipping your items. Shipping companies offer a suitable solution for every cargo type. The Dry van is the most used type worldwide. Besides this, there are also applications for liquid bulk, fruit, vegetables, meat, fish or very exclusive stuff. You can read all about it in the section below. Be sure to check out the transport options to Burgas (BGBOJ), port of Haydarpasa (TRHAY), Porto da Praia Da Vitoria (PTPRV) harbor and terminal Boston (USBOS).
- Bulk Containers: used to ship a broad range of dry cargo like as grain, feedstuffs, spices.
- Flat Rack Containers: versatile containers that make it possible for you to ship unique cargo.
- Hard-Top Containers: equipped with a removable steel roof.
- High-Cube Containers: perfect for large, oversized, tall, and bulky items.
- Insulated Containers: offer affordable, secure, warm and dry storage space.
- Open-Top Containers: enables oversized cargo such as timber and scrap metal to be loaded from the top.
- Palletwide Containers: the ideal type for transporting many euro pallets.
- Refrigerated Containers: reefers maintain a stable temperature inside.
- Tank Containers: a cylindrical-shaped container primarily made of stainless steel.
- Ventilated Containers: specially for cargoes which have to be ventilated in transit.
Kind of freight: which items do you want to transport by sea?
Importing stuff by ocean from Rotterdam (NLRTM) to Santo Domingo (DOSDQ) has lots of advantages: low prices, very safe and secure and it’s better for the environment than air freight. Much seen ocean cargo via sea import/export routes are: roll on/roll off, liquid bulk, containerized, neo bulk, break bulk. You will find all the information in the box below.
- Car shipping: your vehicle will be shipped safely and insured internationally.
- House Moving: get your private goods shipped for relocation.
- Removals (Household Goods): have your household effects shipped to a new home.
- Liquid Bulk: e.g. chemicals, hydrogen, diesel, biofuels, petroleum, kerosene.
- Dry Bulk: coal, grain, iron ore and plates, lumber, cement, sugar.
- Roll on Roll off (RORO): a type of shipping that is used for transporting things such as vehicles.
- Breakbulk: cargo that is transported in bags, boxes, crates, drums or barrels.
- Retail & other: cargo like sports equipment, electronic goods, toys, clothes, medical/pharmacy and furniture, machines, fashion, drinks, shoes.
Everything about international transportation (FAQ)
Shipping a container from Rotterdam (NL) to Santo Domingo takes approximately 24 days. The total distance is approximately 5700 nautical miles (nmi). This is equivalent to 10556 km. If you choose transport by sea, you have to take into account 2 important values (ETD and ETA). ETD means the Expected or Estimated Time of Departure. ETA is the date and time at which the vessel is expected to arrive at the dock. Shipping time is subject to draft and speed, wind force and wind direction and type of cargo.
Shipping rates from Rotterdam (Netherlands) to Santo Domingo (Dominican Republic) are average. The total costs are determined by a number of factors like cargo volume and weight, season and supply and demand. Contact us for a clear quote and estimated shipping time.
When you are sending goods to Santo Domingo, then you should pay attention to customs clearance. The following documents need to be in place for effective and easy customs clearance. Certificate of Origin, Bill of Lading, Packing List, Insurance Certificate, Import/export Licenses, Letter of Credit. For more information, then we advise you to contact the customs of Dominican Republic or view the website of the port/government (www.apordom.gov.do/).
Incoterms describe all tasks, risks, and costs associated with the transaction of goods worldwide. The two most important Incoterms in sea transport are FOB and CIF. CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) means the exporting party pays for the carriage of the goods up to the required port. The meaning of Free on Board (FOB) is the seller must arrange all processes concerning the goods until the goods are loaded on board the ship. Other commonly used Incoterms 2000 are e.g. Delivered Duty Paid (DDP), Free Alongside Ship (FAS), Free Carrier (FCA), Ex Works (EXW) + Carriage and Insurance Paid To (CIP), Delivered At Place (DAP), Cost and Freight (CFR).