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🇮🇳 China → India

Shipping from China to India

India is served by sea to Nhava Sheva (Mumbai), Chennai and Mundra, and air to Delhi/Mumbai. We manage Indian customs and IEC-based clearance, with DDP where compliant.

Quick Overview

Applicable Methods

  • Ocean FCL
  • Air Freight
  • Ocean LCL

    • Major Nodes

    • Nhava Sheva (Mumbai)
    • Mundra
    • Chennai
    • Delhi (DEL)
    • Mumbai (BOM)

    Billing Basis

    FCL per container; LCL per CBM; air per chargeable kg; DDP all-in.

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  • HS code
  • Weight & volume
  • IEC
  • Delivery city

    • Shipping Methods to India

    Options are matched to this lane — only the modes that realistically serve India are shown.

    Ocean FCL (Nhava Sheva / Mundra)

    Containers to west-coast ports.

    Transit: 10–18 days
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    Air Freight

    To DEL/BOM.

    Transit: 4–7 days
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    Ocean LCL

    Shared containers.

    Transit: 14–22 days
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    Shipping Cost to India

    We quote live rather than publish fixed prices — capacity and fuel move daily. Below is what builds your price.

    Cost Components

    • Ocean/air freight
    • Terminal handling
    • BCD + IGST (if DDP)
    • Local trucking

    Billing Units

    • Per container
    • Per CBM
    • Per kg (air)
    • All-in (DDP)

    What Moves Price

    • Port selection
    • GST & BCD
    • Inland distance
    • Fuel surcharges
    Rates change with capacity and fuel. Request a quote for a firm, transparent number — we never publish unverified prices as facts.

    Transit Time to India

    Planning estimates from major Chinese ports/airports. Your quote reflects live routing, schedules and clearance.

    ScopeTypical Transit
    Port to Port (ocean)10–18 days (west coast)
    Airport to Airport (air)4–7 days
    Door to Door (all-in)14–26 days all-in
    • West-coast ports (Nhava Sheva/Mundra) are fastest from China.

    Ports & Airports

    Sea Ports

    • Nhava Sheva (Mumbai)
    • Mundra
    • Chennai

    Airports

    • Delhi (DEL)
    • Mumbai (BOM)

    Rail and truck connect ports to Delhi, Bangalore and the interior.

    Documents & Customs

    Documents You'll Need

    • Commercial invoice
    • IEC
    • Packing list
    • Bill of Entry

    Customs Notes for India

    • Importer needs an IEC code.
    • GST and BCD apply; classification matters.
    Rules change — confirm the latest requirements with a licensed broker or the destination authority before departure.

    Shipping Process

    1. 1Confirm IEC & cargo
    2. 2Book & pick up
    3. 3Export clearance & load
    4. 4Transit to India
    5. 5Indian clearance (IEC)
    6. 6Inland delivery

    FAQ — Shipping to India

    Do I need an IEC?+
    Yes, an Importer Exporter Code is required for Indian customs.
    Which port is fastest?+
    West-coast ports (Nhava Sheva, Mundra) at 10–18 days.

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