Ship a container to New Zealand
Container shipping services to New Zealand offering the most reliable Ocean freight with the cheapest shipping rates to New Zealand with a faster transit time to ship a 20ft container or a, 40ft container to the major ports in New Zealand.
Shipping a container to New Zealand has never been easier than with BR LOGISTICS COMPANY, which provides the most reliable container shipping service to New Zealand.
Ship a container to New Zealand
Ship a container to the major ports in New Zealand: Port of Auckland, Port of Tauranga, Port of Napier, Port of Welligton, Port Lyttelton
How much does it cost to ship a container to New Zealand?
How much does it cost to ship a container to New Zealand, the average price to ship a container to New Zealand is from $850 to $4500 US Dollars. The shipping timeline to ship a full container to New Zealand ranges depending on the size of the container (20ft or 40ft), and the schedule route, please contact our quotation team to receive a detailed rate to ship your container to the port in New Zealand.
How much does it cost to ship a 20ft container to New Zealand?
How much does it cost to ship a 20ft container to New Zealand, the average price to ship a 20ft container to New Zealand is from $850 to $1530. The shipping timeline to ship a 20 foot container to New Zealand ranges depending on the route.
How much does it cost to ship a 40ft container to New Zealand?
How much does it cost to ship a 40ft container to New Zealand, the average price to ship a 40ft container to New Zealand is from $850 to $4500. The shipping timeline to ship a 40 foot container to New Zealand ranges depending on the route.
Historical ocean freight rates to ship a container to New Zealand:
Will ocean freight rates go down to ship to New Zealand in 2023?, Yes the rates slowly began falling in the first quarter of 2023 and are expected to continue to drop, little by little. You calculate the ocean freight rate based on oil prices (BAF), cargo dimensions, weight, port of export, port of destination, and season congestion. The following annual chart is showing the prices and costs for the year 2023 for average maritime freight to send containers to New Zealand.
These prices do not include additional or unforeseen costs that may be added during the course of your reservation or shipment itself. These are not the current or final price to ship your container, please request a rate for an updated price.
¿How long does it take to ship a container to New Zealand?
The average transit time to ship a container to New Zealand is from 4 weeks to 6 weeks.
Estimated transit time to ship a container to New Zealand:
The average transit times and sailing schedule to ship your container to New Zealand from the major ports in the world as from the United States ports, Europen ports, and Asian ports.
| Continent of origin | Country of origin | Port of origin | Port of destination | Transit time (days) | 20DV FCL 40HQ FCL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Europe | Spain | Barcelona | Auckland | 35 | 2115€ |
| Europe | Spain | Valencia | Auckland | 32 | 2115€ |
| Europe | Spain | Algeciras | Auckland | 35 | 2115€ |
| Europe | Netherlands | Rotterdam | Auckland | 40 | 1850€ |
| North America | United States | New York | Auckland | 38 | $3500 |
| North America | United States | Miami | Auckland | 35 | $3850 |
| North America | United States | Los Angeles | Auckland | 15 | $1500 |
| North America | United States | Houston TX | Auckland | 52 | $3650 |
| Asia | China | Shanghai | Auckland | 15 | $1350 |
Shortest transit time to ship a container to New Zealand:
One of the fastest transit times to ship a container to New Zealand is the route from Valencia Spain to New Zealand with an average of 15 to 25 shipping days. The next fastest route to ship your ocean container to New Zealand is from New York USA to the port of Auckland New Zealand, with an average transit time of 30 to 38 days.
Longest transit times to ship a container to New Zealand:
The longest or slowest transit time to ship a container to New Zealand is from the port of Houston Texas, with an estimated average transit time between 45 and 52 days. The next longest route is from the port of Barcelona Spain, with an average transit time of 38-42 days.
How much does it cost to ship a container from USA to New Zealand?
How much does it cost to ship a container from USA to New Zealand?, the average price to ship a container from the United States to New Zealand is from $850 to $4500 US Dollars.
Container shipping rates from USA to New Zealand
These are the average prices to ship a container from the United States to New Zealand with the cheapest rates for loading and shipping containers from the major ports in the United States to New Zealand for 20ft and 40ft containers (FCL) with all types of cargo such as: commercial cargo, vehicles, or personal effects for international shipments to New Zealand.
| Container shipping service to New Zealand | Type of container | Ocean freight rates to New Zealand: |
|---|---|---|
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Boston to New Zealand. | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average price from: $2500 20FT average price from: $4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from New York to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average price from: $2500 20FT average price from: $4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from New Jersey to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average price from: $2500 20FT average price from: $4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Norfolk to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average price from: $2500 20FT average price from: $4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Baltimore to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average price from: $2500 20FT average price from: $4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Charleston to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average price from: $2500 20FT average price from: $4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Savannah to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average price from: $2500 20FT average price from: $4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Brunswick to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average price from: $2500 20FT average price from: $4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Jacksonville to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average price from: $2500 20FT average price from: $4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Miami to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average price from: $2500 20FT average price from: $4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Houston Texas to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average price from: $2500 20FT average price from: $4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Galveston to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average price from: $2500 20FT average price from: $4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Freeport Texas to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average price from: $2500 20FT average price from: $4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from California to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average price from: $2500 20FT average price from: $4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Tacoma to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average price from: $2500 20FT average price from: $4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Washington to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average price from: $2500 20FT average price from: $4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Canadá to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average price from: $2500 20FT average price from: $4550 40FT |
How long does it take to ship a container from USA to New Zealand?
Estimated transit time to ship a container from the United States to New Zealand, the average transit time to ship a container from the USA to New Zealand is from 18 to 35 days.
How much does it cost to ship a container from Spain to New Zealand?
How much does it cost to ship a container from Spain to New Zealand?, the average price to ship a container from Spain to New Zealand is from 1150€ to 4550€ Euros.
Container shipping rates from Spain to New Zealand
These are the average prices to ship a container from Spain to New Zealand with the cheapest rates for loading and shipping containers from the major ports in Spain to New Zealand for 20ft and 40ft containers (FCL) with all types of cargo such as: commercial cargo, vehicles, or personal effects for international shipments to New Zealand.
| Container shipping service to New Zealand | Type of container | Ocean freight rates to New Zealand: |
|---|---|---|
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Valencia to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average price from: €1150 20FT average price from: €4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Barcelona a New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average price from: €1150 20FT average price from: €4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Málaga to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average price from: €1150 20FT average price from: €4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Vigo to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average price from: €1150 20FT average price from: €4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Bilbao to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average price from: €1150 20FT average price from: €4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Santander to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average price from: €1150 20FT average price from: €4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Madrid to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average price from: €1150 20FT average price from: €4550 40FT |
How long does it take to ship a container from Spain to New Zealand?
Estimated transit time to ship a container from Spain to New Zealand, the average transit time to ship a container from Spain to New Zealand is from 25 to 35 days.
How much does it cost to ship a container from Europe to New Zealand?
How much does it cost to ship a container from Europe to New Zealand?, the average price to ship a container from Europe to New Zealand is from 2500€ to 5500€ Euros.
Container shipping rates from Europe to New Zealand
These are the average prices to ship a container from Europe to New Zealand with the cheapest rates for loading and shipping containers from the major ports in Europe to New Zealand for 20ft and 40ft containers (FCL) with all types of cargo such as: commercial cargo, vehicles, or personal effects for international shipments to New Zealand.
| Container shipping service to New Zealand | Type of container | Ocean freight rates to New Zealand: |
|---|---|---|
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Belgium to New Zealand. | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average prices from: €1150 20FT average prices from: €4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Germany to New Zealand. | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average prices from: €1150 20FT average prices from: €4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Spain to New Zealand. | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average prices from: €1150 20FT average prices from: €4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from France to New Zealand. | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average prices from: €1150 20FT average prices from: €4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Portugal to New Zealand. | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average prices from: €1150 20FT average prices from: €4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Italy to New Zealand. | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average prices from: €1150 20FT average prices from: €4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Switzerland to New Zealand. | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average prices from: €1150 20FT average prices from: €4550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from United Kingdom to New Zealand. | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average prices from: €1150 20FT average prices from: €4550 40FT |
How long does it take to ship a container from Europe to New Zealand?
Estimated transit time to ship a container from Europe to New Zealand, the average transit time to ship a container from Europe to New Zealand is from 18 to 35 days.
How much does it cost to ship a container from China to New Zealand?
How much does it cost to ship a container from China to New Zealand?, the average price to ship a container from China to New Zealand is from $850 to $3500 US Dollars.
Container shipping rates from China to New Zealand
These are the average prices to ship a container from China to New Zealand with the cheapest rates for loading and shipping containers from the major ports in China to New Zealand for 20ft and 40ft containers (FCL) with all types of cargo such as: commercial cargo, vehicles, or personal effects for international shipments to New Zealand.
| Container shipping service to New Zealand | Type of container | Ocean freight rates to New Zealand: |
|---|---|---|
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Shanghai to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average prices from: $850 20FT average prices from: $1550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Qingdao to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average prices from: $850 20FT average prices from: $1550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Shenzhen to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average prices from: $850 20FT average prices from: $1550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Tianjin to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average prices from: $850 20FT average prices from: $1550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Ningbo to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average prices from: $850 20FT average prices from: $1550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Hong Kong to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average prices from: $850 20FT average prices from: $1550 40FT |
| How much does it cost to ship a container from Guangzhou to New Zealand | 20 foot container FCL 40 foot container FCL |
average prices from: $850 20FT average prices from: $1550 40FT |
How long does it take to ship a container from China to New Zealand?
Estimated transit time to ship a container from the China to New Zealand, the average transit time to ship a container from China to New Zealand is from 15 to 25 days.
Price factor to ship a container to New Zealand:
The cost of shipping to ship a container to New Zealand from abroad will vary depending on the type of sea container you chose to ship, the fuel price (BAF), the dimensions and weight of the cargo, the shipping company or steamship line you hire to send the container, the destination port in New Zealand, the location of your cargo in abroad from where you plan to export it to New Zealand, and what route you choose to ship your container, if it is a direct route or with transshipment.
Only once we have that information we will be able to more accurately estimate the costs to ship your container to New Zealand from any port in the world.
Online container shipping rate calculator to New Zealand from overseas:
With BR LOGISTICS COMPANY and our ocean freight calculator you can request a rate online, we made over 10000 rates per year to ship containers to New Zealand. Get the most updated container prices from many carriers using the get a quote request.
How to export a container to New Zealand?
Exporting goods in a sea container to New Zealand begins with an ocean freight cost of between $850 USD to $4550 USD for shipment from the port of export to the port of import in New Zealand, plus New Zealand customs import fees. that are applied on the import of merchandise to be imported into New Zealand, which will be an average of 5% to 10% tariffs for general merchandise + 15% VAT (VAT or GST) customs, calculated on the cost, insurance and value freight (CIF), to pay import taxes in New Zealand. You are exempt from paying these tariffs or a lesser amount will be paid when the importer accepts a trade agreement between New Zealand and the United States or between New Zealand and the European Union, when so established by any New Zealand regulations for tax-free importation to NZ. The other imports of luxury products such as tobacco, alcohol, vehicles have higher taxes from 10% to 30% for the import of vehicles, which must be effectively paid to Customs in New Zealand + other expenses not invoiced to carry out the customs clearance on the full value of the merchandise to import all kinds of general products to New Zealand.
Can i import cargo via container to New Zealand?
Can a container with commercial merchandise or moving goods be imported to New Zealand from Spain, Europe, China or the United States? The answer is Yes, I can import a container with merchandise, vehicles or moving home to New Zealand from the United States, Spain, Europe, or China if the cargo meets the import standards of New Zealand Customs, so that it can pass the procedure for import and nationalization of merchandise or vehicles in New Zealand.
What documents are needed for customs in New Zealand?
The requirements to export and then be able to import into New Zealand are to have a New Zealand import license, present the commercial invoice translated into English (New Zealand) and the detailed packing list, which must indicate the details of the quantity, the type of product and shipping location, and then provide the following documents to New Zealand Customs:
Imports must have the following documentation:
- Bill of lading manifest, which is used for the import, release, and tax purposes.
- Tax Identification Number in New Zealand
- Location of the tariff subheading, and commodity
- Registration as a importer in New Zealand
- New Zealand Customs Value Declaration
- Debt free in New Zealand
- New Zealand Moving Inventory (original)
- Have a trade or company patent in New Zealand that must indicate that you are dedicated to importing.
- Phytosanitary Export Certificate from the country of origin (simple copy)
- Demonstrate economic solvency in New Zealand
- Establish the terms of the Incoterms agreement for importation.
- Find a good customs broker in New Zealand
- Shipping company’s original bill of lading, sea waybill or airwaybill
- Packing list
- Commercial invoice
- Combined Certificate of Value and Origin (CCVO)
- Power of attorney that authorizes your customs broker to clear de import for you with New Zealand Customs.
When importing agricultural, plant and animal products into New Zealand, customs and health inspection certificates issued by the country of origin (exporting) are required. They must also include the corresponding Incoterms international trade clauses.
If you need more information to ship a container to New Zealand you can contact BR LOGISTICS USA o BR LOGISTICS EUROPE
www.brlogistics.net
Tel: +12012015020 USA
Tel: +34628279703 ESPANA
Email: info@brlogistics.net
Taxes and duties to import into New Zealand:
Taxes and tariffs to import general items to New Zealand made abroad will be subject to tariffs, there are trade agreements with low taxes free trade agreement or carnet ata, from the United States or Europe you have to pay the import fees of New Zealand Customs Zealand that as a general rule of importation, the ad valorem duty or tariff is paid, which is 5% to 10% on the FOB or CIF value of the container shipment, for luxury items such as tobacco, luxury cars, boats, and for merchandise general it will be from 20 to 30% or more if it is Alcohol you can pay even more tariffs. Additionally, you will have to pay the value added tax (VAT) that corresponds to 15% GST (VAT), the New Zealand GST VAT will be applied to the total price of the import in CIF incoterm + the Customs tax (tariff).
Import fees in New Zealand:
Most goods imported into New Zealand are subject to duty and Taxes, the rates vary, depending on the type of the product you want to import to New Zealand that are subject to the following rates:
Import fees in New Zealand 5% to 10% duties + 15% GST or VAT
How to ship a container to New Zealand?
The first step in shipping a container to New Zealand is to follow the step-by-step guide to shipping a container to New Zealand from the United States, the European Union, Spain, or China and provide your carrier or freight forwarder with the full details to ship your container to New Zealand.
Step-by-step guide to shipping a container to New Zealand:
- Search for companies specializing in container transport and offering shipping services to New Zealand.
- Request a shipping fee to New Zealand for your container shipment.
- Choose the best shipping company to send your container. Depending on your needs, you can choose the following types of sea containers, 20ft or 40ft.
- Provide the documents to the shipping company to make the reservation (booking) to send your container to New Zealand.
- Load and deliver the container to the port of export for and then satisfy the customs export process to New Zealand.
- Make the payment for freight and port expenses to the transport company (freight forwarder or shipping company).
- Send your container release or bill of lading to your customs broker in New Zealand.
Major Ports in New Zealand for shipping and importing cargo in containers
The Below list of ports are the best ones for shipping and importing cargo in sea containers to New Zealand, these are the most important port terminals in New Zealand for the importation of containerized cargo internationally.
Port of Tauranga
Address:Salisbury Avenue Post Bag 1 Mount Maunganui 3030 New Zealand
Coordinates: 37° 39' 34" S 176° 10' 42" E
Port of Auckland
Address:Ports of Auckland Building Sunderland Street Auckland New Zealand
Coordinates: 36° 50' 11" S 174° 46' 16" E
Port of Wellington
Address: CentrePort House Harbor Quays Wellington 6011 New Zealand
Coordinates: 41° 16' 39" S 174° 47' 37" E
Napier Port
Address:PO Box 947 Breakwater Road Napier New Zealand
Coordinates: 39° 28' 30" S 176° 55' 8" E
Lyttelton Port
Address: Private Bag 501 Norwich Quay Lyttelton New Zealand
Coordinates: 43° 36' 22" S 172° 42' 58" E
What are the advantages of shipping containers to export your cargo to New Zealand?
Advantages of container shipping service to New Zealand:
- Ocean freight rates are competitive.
- You can send all kinds of transportable cargo.
- Containers have good storage capacity.
- They do not have weather problems for shipments
- More international reach thanks to container ports all over the world
- Streamlined procedures for exports and imports in New Zealand
- Trip frequency & Schedule options with transhipments.
- Fast shipping speed if you choose a good sea shipping route to New Zealand
- You can send more weight than air transport
- The cargo is protected inside the maritime container
Top 10 best shipping routes to ship containers to New Zealand
In BR LOGISTICS company we offer many options of routes to ship containers to New Zealand from Spain, the United States, Europe, and China. The following are the 10 most popular busiest shipping routes to New Zealand used by exporters and importers around the world.
| International origin port | Destination port in New Zealand |
|---|---|
| Port of Antwerp Belgium | Port of destination: Tauranga; Port Code: NZTRG |
| Port of Bremerhaven Germany | Port of destination: Auckland ; Port Code: NZAKL |
| Port of Rotterdam Netherlands | Port of destination: Wellington; Port Code: NZWLG |
| Port of Barcelona Spain | Port of destination: Napier; Port Code: NZNPE |
| Port of Valencia Spain | Port of destination: Port of Lyttelton ; Port Code: NZLYT |
| Port of Savona Italy | Port of destination: Tauranga; Port Code: NZTRG |
| Port of New York United States | Port of destination: Auckland ; Port Code: NZAKL |
| Port of Los Angeles California United States | Port of destination: Wellington; Port Code: NZWLG |
| Port of Miami Florida United States | Port of destination: Napier; Port Code: NZNPE |
| Port of Houston Texas United States | Port of destination: Port of Lyttelton ; Port Code: NZLYT |
Best Shipping Companies to Ship Containers to New Zealand:
These are some of the top international shipping companies to send containers to New Zealand that strikes a delicate balance between fast and cheap international shipping services.
- Maersk line
- Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC)
- COSCO Group
- CMA CGM Group
- Hapag-Lloyd
- Ocean Network Express (ONE)
- Evergreen Marine
- Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation
- Orient Overseas Container (OOCL)
- Zim Integrated Shipping Services (ZIM)
How to ship hazardous dangerous goods in containers to New Zealand?
How to ship hazardous dangerous good internationally to New Zealand? To ship a container with IMO or Hazmat dangerous products to New Zealand a series of shipping requirements must be met, such as the MSDS of the cargo to be shipped, the DGD for the maritime transport of dangerous goods and hiring a specialized shipping carrier or forwarder for the transport of dangerous goods internationally.
One of the most important steps in shipping hazardous materials by sea freight containers are Packing and documentation. Packing dangerous goods (Hazmat) is different than normal shipments.
List of steps to follow to send a container with dangerous goods (IMO-Hazmat) to New Zealand:
- Inform the shipping company of the type of IMO and cargo that you want to ship to New Zealand.
- Comprobar que la mercancía IMO este en buenas condiciones para poder ser cargado en el barco. Check that the IMO cargo is in good conditions to be able to be loaded on the ship.
- The container must be labeled on all its faces with the corresponding IMO label.
- Check with the shipping company that the IMO container will be accepted in New Zealand.
- Make a booking with the shipping company like IMO to send the container to New Zealand.
- The Shipper or exporter of the container has to provide the MSDS of the merchandise to validate the parameters of hazardous materials
- Finally, the consignor or importer has to inform Customs in New Zealand that he is going to import an IMO container.
What is an IMO shipment?
An IMO shipment is the transport of dangerous goods, both in a container, as by plane, or land transport, the name IMO is due to the acronym International Maritime Organization and includes all those dangerous transportable products and materials that due to their characteristics represent a risk to the safety of ships, planes, or trucks, to the health of the environment and people.
IMO types, classification of dangerous goods:
- Class 1. Explosives.
- Class 2. Gases.
- Class 3. Flammable liquids.
- Class 4. Flammable solids.
- Class 5. Oxidizers and organic peroxides.
- Class 6. Toxic.
- Class 7. Radioactive material.
- Class 8. Corrosive.
- Class 9. Miscellaneous dangerous objects