Dominican Republic to Panama
Freight Shipping from the Dominican Republic to Panama
Panama is the crossroads of the Americas, home to the Panama Canal and the Colón Free Zone, one of the largest free trade zones in the world. Puente Freight ships commercial cargo from the Dominican Republic to Panama City, Colón and beyond, and can connect your cargo to onward routes across Central and South America.
- Modes
- Ocean · Air
- Equipment
- FCL · LCL
- Free zone
- Colón Free Zone
- Support
- 24/7 Support
Panama shipping services
From the first quote to the final handoff, one team coordinates your cargo.
- FCL and LCL ocean freight
- Air freight
- Shipments to and from the Colón Free Zone
- Transshipment through Panama to other destinations
- Export documentation and customs coordination
Who we help on the Panama lane
Our Panama service is built for businesses that trade through the region.
- Distributors and exporters
- Free zone companies
- Businesses buying or selling through Colón
- Project and equipment cargo
Plan your shipment with the right documents
Every shipment is different, so tell us what you are moving, where it needs to go and whether it is staying in Panama or continuing to another country. We will help you line up the documents and the routing.
For the permits and paperwork needed on the Dominican side, see our import and export requirements FAQ.
Frequently asked questions
Do you ship to and from the Colón Free Zone?
Yes. We handle shipments to and from the Colón Free Zone for businesses buying or selling through Colón, with export documentation and customs coordination.
Can cargo go through Panama to other countries?
Yes. We can connect your cargo to onward routes across Central and South America through transshipment in Panama. Tell us the final destination and we will review the options.
Do you ship full containers and small shipments to Panama?
Both. We offer FCL and LCL ocean freight, and air freight for cargo that needs to move faster.
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Before you ship: import and export requirements
Registrations, permits, documents and taxes for the Dominican Republic, answered in one place.
Read the import and export FAQNo rate sheets
What affects your price
Every shipment is priced on its own details. These are the factors a freight agent looks at when preparing your quote.
Estimate volume and weightMode of transport
Ocean (LCL or FCL), air or RORO. Air is fastest; ocean is usually the most economical for heavy or bulky cargo.
Volume and weight
Ocean freight is mostly priced by volume (CBM); air freight by actual or volumetric weight, whichever is greater.
Origin and destination
The ports or airports involved, the distance, and current carrier schedules and surcharges on that lane.
Container type
A 20', 40', 40' high cube, reefer, flat-rack or open-top container each has its own cost.
Customs clearance
Duties and taxes are set by the authorities, not by us, and depend on the goods, their value and their classification.
Cargo insurance
Optional coverage is based on the declared value of your goods.
Pickup and door delivery
Collecting at your door or delivering to an address adds trucking, compared with port-to-port or drop-off.
Request a quote
Tell us about your shipment
Fill in what you know — a freight agent will review it and contact you with a quote. Prefer to chat? Message our Dominican office on WhatsApp.