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USA–SA cargo forwarding

Shipping from the USA to South Africa

International freight for US manufacturers and exporters that need a responsive South African forwarding and customs-clearance partner.

ATL / JFK / ORD / LAX ↔ JNB · US PORTS ↔ DURBAN / CAPE TOWN

Commercial air and sea freight

We coordinate pickup, export handling, international carriage, SARS customs clearance and delivery across Gauteng and wider South Africa.

Air cargo

Priority and deferred services for urgent industrial parts, technology, samples and high-value commercial goods.

Ocean cargo

FCL and LCL routing to Durban and Cape Town, with container and arrival-document coordination.

SA import clearance

HS code review, customs documentation, duties and VAT coordination with a SARS-licensed clearing team.

ModeIndicative transitTypical use
Air4–8 days airport-to-airportUrgent production and high-value cargo
Ocean FCL25–40 days port-to-portContainerised commercial imports
Ocean LCL30–48 days port-to-portSmaller consolidated shipments

Documents commonly required

  1. Commercial invoice and packing list with accurate values and quantities.
  2. Transport document, importer details and applicable permits or certificates.
  3. Correct tariff classification and origin information for SARS assessment.
  4. Delivery instructions and authorised clearance documentation.