Customs clearance in the Dominican Republic

Yes. We offer customs brokerage as a standalone service for cargo arriving at any Dominican port or airport.

Businesses import with their RNC. Individuals can import personal goods with their cédula or passport.

With complete documents, most shipments are released in 1–3 business days. Physical inspections can add 1–2 days.

There is no single price. The cost depends on the container type (20', 40', 40' high cube, reefer), the origin port, the destination port (Caucedo, Río Haina or Puerto Plata), current ocean carrier rates and surcharges, whether you need pickup or door delivery, customs clearance, and insurance. Send us the details through the quote form and a freight agent will price your specific shipment.

The Dirección General de Aduanas (DGA) typically requires a commercial invoice, a packing list, the bill of lading (ocean) or air waybill (air), and the importer's RNC (companies) or cédula/passport (individuals). Some goods also need permits from other agencies. Requirements change, so always confirm with DGA at aduanas.gob.do or ask us before you ship.

Transit times are estimates only and vary by carrier schedule, port congestion, weather and customs. As a guide, ocean freight from Florida is roughly 4–8 days port to port, from the US Northeast roughly 7–18 days, from Europe roughly 14–22 days and from Asia roughly 30–45 days. Air freight is usually 1–4 days. Customs clearance and inland delivery add time.

Yes. Vehicles can travel by RORO (driven onto the ship) or inside a container. You will need the original title, the bill of sale and a copy of your ID. The DR has import rules for vehicles, including age limits and taxes calculated by DGA, so check eligibility before you buy or ship. Share the year, make and model in the quote form and we will advise.

LCL (less than container load) means your cargo shares a container with other shippers and you pay for the space you use. It suits smaller shipments. FCL (full container load) means you book a whole 20' or 40' container for your cargo only. It is usually more cost-effective for larger volumes and moves with fewer handling steps.

You need a commercial invoice, a packing list, the exporter's RNC, and an export declaration filed with DGA. Free-zone companies also follow the procedures of their free-zone operator and the Consejo Nacional de Zonas Francas de Exportación. Food, plant and animal products may need phytosanitary or health certificates. We coordinate booking, documents and loading at Caucedo, Río Haina, Puerto Plata or the airports.

Prohibited and restricted items include weapons and ammunition, illegal drugs, explosives and flammable liquids, counterfeit goods, and some chemicals. Lithium batteries, perfumes, aerosols, medicines and food often have special rules, especially by air. If you are unsure about an item, describe it in the quote form or ask us on WhatsApp before you pack.