Container shipping to Dominican Republic

A 20-ft container typically costs between $1,500 and $2,500 and a 40-ft between $2,500 and $3,500. The final price depends on the origin port, the type of cargo and whether you ship a full or a shared container; when you request a quote we confirm it within one business day with the full breakdown. Duties and 18% ITBIS are assessed separately on the CIF value, and US-origin goods qualifying under DR-CAFTA enter at 0% duty with a valid origin certification.

From Miami: 3-5 days. From New York: 8-12 days. From Europe: 18-35 days. From Asia: 15-42 days. These are estimated ocean transit times; when you request a quote we confirm the next weekly sailing and the estimated arrival date. For smaller loads, Interworld's LCL lane from Miami to Río Haina takes about 3 days, and FCL from US ports to Caucedo or Río Haina takes 4 to 8 days port to port.

You need a bill of lading, commercial invoice and packing list, plus the importer's RNC from the tax authority DGII and a registration with the DGA. A licensed customs agent files the Declaración Única Aduanera (DUA) in the SIGA system, and US-made goods need the DR-CAFTA certification of origin to enter duty-free. Pharmaceuticals, agricultural products and agrochemicals also need a licence. We prepare them for you and handle customs clearance at destination, so no missing paper holds your cargo.

Choose LCL for loads of 2 to 15 CBM and FCL above that. The choice does not change taxes: ITBIS of 18% and any duty are assessed on the CIF value in pesos for either. FCL goes to Caucedo or Río Haina, and pre-arrival declaration in SIGA can clear a shipment in hours, with average clearance about 2 days. Not sure? Tell us what you are shipping and we recommend the format with the best total cost.

Yes, but used clothing is prohibited and cars more than five years old cannot be imported, so a full move needs care. Household goods clear as a standard import: a licensed agent files the DUA in SIGA and ITBIS of 18% applies. Temporary entry for 90 days exists with a bond. Ask us which documents the DUA needs. We move personal items, household goods and full relocations, with customs and documentation handled door to door.

We serve Santo Domingo, Rio Haina, Caucedo, with customs clearance handled at each one and inland delivery coordinated to the final destination if you need it. Caucedo is the flagship container terminal and regional transshipment hub, while Río Haina is strong for breakbulk, vehicles (RoRo) and project cargo. Dominican customs (DGA) clears an entry in about two days from complete documentation, per the U.S. Commercial Service.