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Import shipping containers from Colombia to the USA

FCL and LCL container shipping from Colombia to the USA in 20 or 40-foot dry or refrigerated units, delivered to 20 key US ports from Miami to Seattle.

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FCL and LCL

30,000+ TEUs a year

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Consolidation (LCL) or full container (FCL). Tell us your lane and cargo, and we come back with rate and next sailing.

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Where does your cargo ship from?

Pick a port and we quote port to port. Pick your city or zip code and we add the pickup.

Where is it going?

Pick a port and we deliver to our destination warehouse. Pick a city and your executive quotes door delivery.

How big is your cargo?Which containers do you need?

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How much does it cost to ship a container from Colombia to the USA?

How much does it cost to ship a 20-ft container?

20 FT

$1,500 to $2,500

A 20-ft container on this route typically costs between $1,500 and $2,500. Ideal for personal shipments, moves and smaller commercial loads.

How much does it cost to ship a 40-ft container?

40 FT

$2,500 to $3,500

For larger shipments, a 40-ft container typically costs between $2,500 and $3,500, with ample space for bulk, commercial or industrial goods.

Container	Cost on this route	Capacity	Best for
20 ft	$1,500 to $2,500	33 m³ · up to 25,000 kg	Household goods, moves and small commercial loads
40 ft	$2,500 to $3,500	67.7 m³ · up to 28,000 kg	Bulk, commercial and industrial cargo

Shipping method. FCL gives you a dedicated container; LCL shares space and cuts costs for smaller loads.

Cargo specifications. Hazardous, fragile or oversized goods may require additional handling.

Origin port. Distance and route efficiency directly impact your rate.

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Over 30 years shipping containers from Colombia to the USA

Founded in 1992 by John Crespo and a founding member of the World Cargo Alliance, Interworld Freight moves 30,000+ TEUs a year with an in-house team that knows each destination's customs.

Door to door

Pickup at origin, documents and delivery at destination coordinated by one team.

Customs handled at destination

We manage clearance and documentation for commercial cargo and household goods.

Miami headquarters

A Miami hub with 4 own offices in the USA, Panama, the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas.

WCA founding member

IATA and CTPAT certified, WCAworld Best Partner 2022, with 350+ people in 4 own offices.

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Ocean freight from Colombia to the USA

Our shipping container services from Colombia to the USA are easy to access, known for their promptness and reliability, managed by friendly, professional freight forwarding specialists, and are affordable for all shippers due to our competitive shipping rates.

We offer frequent departures from Colombian ports, making it easy to schedule your import shipments to the United States, whether you want to ship a refrigerated 20-foot container on a regular basis, or need a standard, dry 40-foot container for a one-time relocation of personal or commercial goods.

If you require door-to-door shipping, be sure to ask about our integrated container shipping solutions, combining ocean freight with road freight transportation, sparing you the need to deal with multiple forwarders in Colombia and the USA.

There’s more about FCL and LCL freight forwarding from Colombia to the USA on this page, or if you’d like to talk with an expert about shipping with Interworld Freight, we’re waiting for you to get in touch.

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First time shipping by sea? An advisor walks you through the whole process, from packaging to clearance.

How to ship a container from Colombia to the USA

Quote your cargo. Tell us origin, volume and commodity; we confirm the rate and next sailing within one business day.

Deliver or we pick up. Drop your cargo at our Miami warehouse or we collect it in any state.

Sail and clear customs. We issue the bill of lading, ship your cargo and handle clearance at destination.

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More about shipping containers from Colombia to the USA

Top 5 Container Shipping Routes to USA from South America

Colombia is just one of the South American countries from which we help shippers to transport and import goods to the USA.

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Peru
Chile
Uruguay
Argentina

Ocean Freight

For the maritime legs of your shipments, you can choose either full container load (FCL) or less-than-container-load (LCL) shipping.

Road Freight

When you need to get your goods moved to and from ocean freight terminals and/or consolidation/deconsolidation centers, our road freight services, which include container drayage, FTL and LTL trucking, make it as simple as can be.

Integrated Shipping for Industry

While container shipping is a standardized practice, goods for some industries require special handling practices and conditions.

Chemical
Construction
Electronics
Food & Beverage
Aerospace

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Frequently asked questions about shipping containers from Colombia to the USA

Do you have your own office in Colombia?+

No. Interworld's own offices are in the USA, Panama, the Dominican Republic and the Bahamas, and Colombia shipments are coordinated from our Miami headquarters. That lets one team handle pickup at origin, documents and delivery in the US, so you do not have to deal with separate forwarders in Colombia and the USA. Interworld Freight has moved 30,000+ TEUs a year from its Miami headquarters since 1992.

Can I ship refrigerated cargo from Colombia to the USA?+

Yes. We ship 20-ft and 40-ft containers from Colombia in dry or refrigerated units, for FCL and LCL cargo. You can book a refrigerated 20-ft container on a regular basis or a standard dry 40-ft unit for a one-time shipment. Container type is one of the factors in your rate, so tell us your commodity when you request a quote. Food entering the U.S. needs FDA Prior Notice, and cut flowers and plants are inspected by USDA APHIS at the port of entry.

How often do containers sail from Colombia to the USA?+

Interworld offers frequent departures from Colombian ports, which makes it easy to schedule import shipments to the United States. Exact sailing dates depend on your port of loading and the US port of discharge, so we confirm your rate and the next sailing within one business day after you share origin, volume and commodity on this page. As the importer, you also need the ISF (10+2) filed 24 hours before the container is loaded at the Colombian port.

Do you offer door-to-door shipping from Colombia?+

Yes. Our integrated container shipping combines ocean freight with road freight, including container drayage, FTL and LTL trucking, to move cargo from your door in Colombia to its final US destination. Pickup, documents, customs at destination and delivery are coordinated by one team, and service can also be port-to-port if you prefer. At destination, a customs broker files the entry with CBP in ACE, and the container leaves the port by drayage to the final address.

Can I move my household goods from Colombia to the US in a container?+

Yes. A standard dry 40-ft container works well for a one-time relocation of personal or commercial goods, and a 20-ft unit (33 m³, up to 25,000 kg) suits household goods and moves. Interworld manages customs clearance and documentation at destination for household goods as well as commercial cargo. A 40-ft holds about 67.7 m³ and up to 28,000 kg, roughly double the 20-ft.

What documents are needed to ship from Colombia to the USA?+

Interworld prepares the core documents for you: the bill of lading (BL), the commercial invoice and the packing list. Our team then manages clearance and documentation at the US destination. The weight and classification of your cargo also affect the rate, so include them in your quote request and the advisor will confirm everything within one business day. The U.S. entry also needs a customs bond and the HTSUS classification, and it is filed with CBP on Form 7501.

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