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Ship a container to Nicaragua

Container shipping services to Nicaragua offering the most reliable Ocean freight with the cheapest shipping rates to Nicaragua with a faster transit time to ship a 20ft container or a, 40ft container to the major ports in Nicaragua.

Shipping a container to Nicaragua has never been easier than with BR LOGISTICS COMPANY, which provides the most reliable container shipping service to Nicaragua.

Ship a container to Nicaragua

Ship a container to the major ports in Nicaragua: Port of Corinto

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How much does it cost to ship a container to Nicaragua?

  • How much does it cost to ship a container to Nicaragua , the average price to ship a container to Nicaragua  is from $882 to $6550 US Dollars.
  • The shipping timeline to ship a full container to Nicaragua 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 major container ports in Nicaragua.

How much does it cost to ship a 20ft container to Nicaragua , the average price to ship a 20ft container to Nicaragua is from $880 to $2850. The shipping timeline to ship a 20 foot container to Nicaragua ranges depending on the route.

How much does it cost to ship a 40ft container to Nicaragua, the average price to ship a 40ft container to Nicaragua is from $880 to $4550. The shipping timeline to ship a 40 foot container to Nicaragua ranges depending on the route.

Historical ocean freight rates to ship a container to Nicaragua:

Will ocean freight rates go down to ship to Nicaragua 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 Nicaragua.

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 Nicaragua?

The average transit time to ship a container to Nicaragua is from 2 weeks to 6 weeks.

Estimated transit time to ship a container to Nicaragua:

The average transit times and sailing schedule to ship your container to Nicaragua 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 Port of Corinto 35 4500€
Europe Spain Valencia Port of Corinto 32 4500€
Europe Spain Algeciras Port of Corinto 30 4500€
Europe Netherlands Rotterdam Port of Corinto 25 3500€
North America United States New York Port of Corinto 25 $2850
North America United States Miami Port of Corinto 20 $2200
North America United States Los Angeles Port of Corinto 20 $3500
North America United States Houston TX Port of Corinto 20 $3500
Asia China Shanghai Port of Corinto 25 $2850

Shortest transit time to ship a container to Nicaragua:

One of the fastest transit times to ship a container to Nicaragua is the route from New York United States to Port of Corinto Nicaragua with an average transit time from 20 to 25 shipping days. The next fastest route to ship your ocean container to Nicaragua is from Valencia Spain to the major ports in Nicaragua, with an average transit time of 30 to 35 days.

Longest transit times to ship a container to Nicaragua:

The longest or slowest transit time to ship a container to Nicaragua is from the port of Barcelona Spain, with an estimated average transit time between 35 and 42 days. The next longest route is from the port of Shanghai China, with an average transit time of 25-42 days.

How much does it cost to ship a container from USA to Nicaragua?

How much does it cost to ship a container from USA to Nicaragua?, the average price to ship a container from the United States to Nicaragua is from $2850 to $4550 US Dollars.

Container shipping rates from USA to Nicaragua

These are the average prices to ship a container from the United States to Nicaragua with the cheapest rates for loading and shipping containers from the major ports in the United States to Nicaragua for 20ft and 40ft containers (FCL) with all types of cargo such as: commercial cargo, vehicles, or personal effects for international shipments to Nicaragua.

Container shipping service to Nicaragua Type of container Ocean freight rates to Nicaragua:
How much does it cost to ship a container from Boston to Nicaragua. 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2850 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from New York to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2850 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from New Jersey to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2850 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Norfolk to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2850 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Baltimore to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2850 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Charleston to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2850 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Savannah to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2850 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Brunswick to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2850 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Jacksonville to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2850 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Miami to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2850 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Houston Texas to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2850 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Galveston to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2850 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Freeport Texas to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2850 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from California to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2850 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Tacoma to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2850 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Washington to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2850 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Canadá to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: $2850 20FT
average price from: $4550 40FT

How long does it take to ship a container from USA to Nicaragua?

Estimated transit time to ship a container from the United States to Nicaragua, the average transit time to ship a container from the USA to Nicaragua is from 18 to 35 days.

How much does it cost to ship a container from Spain to Nicaragua?

How much does it cost to ship a container from Spain to Nicaragua?, the average price to ship a container from Spain to Nicaragua is from 3150€ to 4550€ Euros.

Container shipping rates from Spain to Nicaragua

These are the average prices to ship a container from Spain to Nicaragua with the cheapest rates for loading and shipping containers from the major ports in Spain to Nicaragua for 20ft and 40ft containers (FCL) with all types of cargo such as: commercial cargo, vehicles, or personal effects for international shipments to Nicaragua.

How long does it take to ship a container from Spain to Nicaragua?

Estimated transit time to ship a container from Spain to Nicaragua, the average transit time to ship a container from Spain to Nicaragua is from 25 to 35 days.

Container shipping service to Nicaragua Type of container Ocean freight rates to Nicaragua:
How much does it cost to ship a container from Valencia to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: €3150 20FT
average price from: €4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Barcelona a Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: €3150 20FT
average price from: €4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Málaga to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: €3150 20FT
average price from: €4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Vigo to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: €3150 20FT
average price from: €4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Bilbao to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: €3150 20FT
average price from: €4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Santander to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: €3150 20FT
average price from: €4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Madrid to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average price from: €3150 20FT
average price from: €4550 40FT

How much does it cost to ship a container from Europe to Nicaragua?

How much does it cost to ship a container from Europe to Nicaragua?, the average price to ship a container from Europe to Nicaragua is from 2850€ to 6550€ Euros.

Container shipping rates from Europe to Nicaragua

These are the average prices to ship a container from Europe to Nicaragua with the cheapest rates for loading and shipping containers from the major ports in Europe to Nicaragua for 20ft and 40ft containers (FCL) with all types of cargo such as: commercial cargo, vehicles, or personal effects for international shipments to Nicaragua.

Container shipping service to Nicaragua Type of container Ocean freight rates to Nicaragua:
How much does it cost to ship a container from Belgium to Nicaragua. 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: €2850 20FT
average prices from: €4250 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Germany to Nicaragua. 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: €2850 20FT
average prices from: €4250 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Spain to Nicaragua. 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: €3150 20FT
average prices from: €4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from France to Nicaragua. 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: €3150 20FT
average prices from: €4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Portugal to Nicaragua. 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: €2850 20FT
average prices from: €4250 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Italy to Nicaragua. 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: €3150 20FT
average prices from: €4550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Switzerland to Nicaragua. 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: €4850 20FT
average prices from: €6550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from United Kingdom to Nicaragua. 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: €2850 20FT
average prices from: €4250 40FT

How long does it take to ship a container from Europe to Nicaragua?

Estimated transit time to ship a container from Europe to Nicaragua, the average transit time to ship a container from Europe to Nicaragua is from 18 days to 42 days.

How much does it cost to ship a container from China to Nicaragua?

How much does it cost to ship a container from China to Nicaragua?, the average price to ship a container from China to Nicaragua is from $880 to $2850 US Dollars.

Container shipping rates from China to Nicaragua

These are the average prices to ship a container from China to Nicaragua with the cheapest rates for loading and shipping containers from the major ports in China to Nicaragua for 20ft and 40ft containers (FCL) with all types of cargo such as: commercial cargo, vehicles, or personal effects for international shipments to Nicaragua.

Container shipping service to Nicaragua Type of container Ocean freight rates to Nicaragua:
How much does it cost to ship a container from Shanghai to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: $880 20FT
average prices from: $2550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Qingdao to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: $880 20FT
average prices from: $2550 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Shenzhen to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: $1150 20FT
average prices from: $2850 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Tianjin to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: $1150 20FT
average prices from: $2850 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Ningbo to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: $1150 20FT
average prices from: $2850 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Hong Kong to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: $1250 20FT
average prices from: $2850 40FT
How much does it cost to ship a container from Guangzhou to Nicaragua 20 foot container FCL
40 foot container FCL
average prices from: $1550 20FT
average prices from: $2850 40FT

How long does it take to ship a container from China to Nicaragua?

Estimated transit time to ship a container from the China to Nicaragua, the average transit time to ship a container from China to Nicaragua is from 15 to 25 days.

Price factor to ship a container to Nicaragua:

The cost of shipping to ship a container to Nicaragua 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 Nicaragua, the location of your cargo in abroad from where you plan to export it to Nicaragua, 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 Nicaragua from any port in the world.

 

Online container shipping rate calculator to Nicaragua 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 Nicaragua. Get the most updated container prices from many carriers using the get a quote request.

How to export a container to Nicaragua?

The import of merchandise in a maritime container in Nicaragua begins with an ocean freight cost of between $1,235 USD to $7,550 USD for shipment from the port of export to the port of import in Nicaragua, plus Nicaraguan customs import fees that are Apply on the import of merchandise to Nicaragua which will be between 30% and 40% of taxes on the declared value or value determined by Nicaraguan customs, more effectively paid + other expenses not invoiced to carry out customs clearance on the total value of the merchandise to import all kinds of general products in Nicaragua.

Can i import cargo via container to Nicaragua?

Can a container with commercial merchandise or moving goods be imported to Nicaragua from Spain, Europe, China or the United States? The answer is Yes, I can import a container with merchandise, vehicles or moving home to Nicaragua from the United States, Spain, Europe, or China if the cargo meets the import standards of Nicaragua Customs, so that it can pass the procedure for import and nationalization of merchandise or vehicles in Nicaragua.

What documents are needed for customs in Nicaragua?

The requirements to import into Nicaragua are to present the commercial invoice translated into Spanish and the detailed packing list, which must indicate the details of the quantity, the type of product and the shipment location, and then provide the following documents to Customs in Nicaragua:

Imports must have the following documentation:

  • Bill of lading manifest, which is used for the import, release, and tax purposes.
  • Tax Identification Number in Nicaragua
  • Location of the tariff subheading, and commodity
  • Registration as a importer in Nicaragua
  • Nicaragua Customs Value Declaration
  • Debt free in Nicaragua
  • Moving Inventory to Nicaragua (original)
  • Have a trade or company patent in Nicaragua that must indicate that you are dedicated to importing.
  • Phytosanitary Export Certificate from the country of origin (simple copy)
  • Demonstrate economic solvency in Nicaragua
  • Establish the terms of the Incoterms agreement for importation.
  • Find a good customs broker in Nicaragua
  • 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 Nicaragua Customs.

If you need more information to  ship a container to Nicaragua 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 Nicaragua:

Taxes and duties to import general items into Nicaragua manufactured abroad whether from Europe, the US, or China are subject to tariffs. You have to pay the Customs import fees in Nicaragua on the value of the merchandise + shipping + insurance, the Value Added Tax (VAT) of 15%, and also the payment of tariffs + general import fees in Nicaragua.

Import fees in Nicaragua:

Most goods imported into Nicaragua are subject to duty and Taxes, the rates vary, depending on the type of the product you want to import to Nicaragua that are subject to the following rates:

Import tariffs between 0% and 15%, with the exception of some agricultural products that have tariffs higher than 15%.

How to ship a container to Nicaragua?

The first step in shipping a container to Nicaragua is to follow the step-by-step guide to shipping a container to Nicaragua 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 Nicaragua.

Step-by-step guide to shipping a container to Nicaragua:

  1. Search for companies specializing in container transport and offering shipping services to Nicaragua.
  2. Request a shipping fee to Nicaragua for your container shipment.
  3. 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.
  4. Provide the documents to the shipping company to make the reservation (booking) to send your container to Nicaragua.
  5. Load and deliver the container to the port of export for and then satisfy the customs export process to Nicaragua.
  6. Make the payment for freight and port expenses to the transport company (freight forwarder or shipping company).
  7. Send your container release or bill of lading to your customs broker in Nicaragua.

Major Ports in Nicaragua 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 Nicaragua, these are the most important port terminals in Nicaragua for the importation of containerized cargo internationally.

Port of Corinto

Address: De la Optica Nicaraguense 1/2 cuadra al lago 1 cuadra abajo Managua Nicaragua
Coordinates: 12° 28' 55" N 87° 10' 14" W

What are the advantages of shipping containers to export your cargo to Nicaragua?

Advantages of container shipping service to Nicaragua:

  • 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 Nicaragua
  • Trip frequency & Schedule options with transhipments.
  • Fast shipping speed if you choose a good sea shipping route to Nicaragua
  • 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 Nicaragua

In BR LOGISTICS company we offer many options of routes to ship containers to Nicaragua from Spain, the United States, Europe, and China. The following are the 10 most popular busiest shipping routes to the major container port in Nicaragua used by exporters and importers around the world.

International origin port Destination port in Nicaragua
Port of Antwerp Belgium Destination port: Puerto Corinto; Port Code: NICIO
Port of Bremerhaven Germany Destination port: Puerto Corinto; Port Code: NICIO
Port of Rotterdam Netherlands Destination port: Puerto Corinto; Port Code: NICIO
Port of Barcelona Spain Destination port: Puerto Corinto; Port Code: NICIO
Port of Valencia Spain Destination port: Puerto Corinto; Port Code: NICIO
Port of Savona Italy Destination port: Puerto Corinto; Port Code: NICIO
Port of New York United States Destination port: Puerto Corinto; Port Code: NICIO
Port of Los Angeles California United States Destination port: Puerto Corinto; Port Code: NICIO
Port of Miami Florida United States Destination port: Puerto Corinto; Port Code: NICIO
Port of Houston Texas United States Destination port: Puerto Corinto; Port Code: NICIO

Best Shipping Companies to Ship Containers to Nicaragua:

These are some of the top international shipping companies to send containers to Nicaragua that strikes a delicate balance between fast and cheap international shipping services.

  1. Maersk line
  2. Mediterranean Shipping Company (MSC)
  3. COSCO Group
  4. CMA CGM Group
  5. Hapag-Lloyd
  6. Ocean Network Express (ONE)
  7. Evergreen Marine
  8. Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation
  9. Orient Overseas Container (OOCL)
  10. Zim Integrated Shipping Services (ZIM)

How to ship hazardous dangerous goods in containers to Nicaragua?

How to ship hazardous dangerous good internationally to Nicaragua? To ship a container with IMO or Hazmat dangerous products to Nicaragua 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 Nicaragua:

  1. Inform the shipping company of the type of IMO and cargo that you want to ship to Nicaragua.
  2. Check that the IMO cargo is in good conditions to be able to be loaded on the ship.
  3. The container must be labeled on all its faces with the corresponding IMO label.
  4. Check with the shipping company that the IMO container will be accepted in Nicaragua.
  5.  Make a booking with the shipping company like IMO to send the container to Nicaragua.
  6. The Shipper or exporter of the container has to provide the MSDS of the merchandise to validate the parameters of hazardous materials
  7. Finally, the consignor or importer has to inform Customs in Nicaragua that he is going to import an IMO container.

What is an IMO shipment?

An IMO shipment to Nicaragua 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

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