💰 Current Freight Rates
| Weight / Volume | Rate (USD / CBM) |
|---|---|
| 1CBM+ CBM | USD 555.61 |
📋 Service Details
About This Service
International freight from China to Namibia via Sea DDP w/Tax. All duties and taxes included (DDP).
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ℹ️ Additional Information
Documentation Required
Commercial invoice, packing list, and accurate HS codes for all items.
📊 China to Namibia — Shipping Reference Data
| Main sea gateways | the main commercial seaport |
|---|---|
| Destination customs authority | the national customs service |
| De-minimis / duty-free threshold | No practical de-minimis |
| Import tax & duty regime | Import VAT + duty 5–35%; PSI common |
| Local currency | USD |
| Typical clearance / dwell time | 7–21 days |
| Peak / busy season | Oct–Dec |
| Conformity & certification | Pre-shipment conformity certificate |
Thresholds and duty bands are buyer-planning references, not formal customs rulings — confirm the exact HS-code rate for your goods before shipping.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Sea DDP w/Tax from China to Namibia take?
Sea freight on this route runs about 25–45 calendar days door-to-door, plus roughly 7–21 days of clearance/dwell once it reaches the gateway. Customs clearance is coordinated through our DDP Service (a customs and tax handling service, not Incoterms DDP).
What duties and taxes apply when importing into Namibia?
Clearance is handled by the national customs service. The regime is: Import VAT + duty 5–35%; PSI common, with a de-minimis position of No practical de-minimis. Our DDP Service coordinates this customs and tax processing for both parties; it does not constitute Incoterms DDP.
When does capacity tighten on the China–Namibia lane?
Space and rates tighten around Oct–Dec, plus the China-side windows of Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb) and Golden Week (early Oct). Book 1–2 weeks earlier in these periods.
In what currency is this route priced and paid?
Freight is quoted and invoiced in USD; the destination-side currency is USD. Payment is typically due before departure, and our DDP Service handles the customs and tax processing for both parties.
Which ports or airports does this route use into Namibia?
Sea cargo to Namibia clears through the main commercial seaport; air freight clears via the primary international airport. We route through whichever gateway gives the fastest onward delivery to your address and build it into the DDP price.
What certification is needed to import into Namibia?
For regulated goods, plan for: Pre-shipment conformity certificate. Missing conformity paperwork is the most common clearance hold with the national customs service, so confirm requirements for your HS code before shipping.
📋 Shipping Guidelines for Namibia
🔎 More Namibia Rate Pages
Detailed live-rate pages for common weights and shipping modes on this lane.
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📈 Historical Price Records
All price updates are recorded here. Use the weekly tabs to browse older entries.
| Date | 1CBM+ |
|---|---|
| 2026-07-03Latest | USD 555.61 |
| 2026-06-15 | USD 555.60 |
| 2026-06-08 | USD 555.59 |
| 2026-05-19 | USD 555.55 |
| 2026-05-14 | USD 555.56 |
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⭐ Customer Reviews
What customers say about shipping to Namibia with us.
🇳🇦 Namibia
We tested this lane to Namibia with a mid-volume order. The supplier pickup and export handling were well coordinated. Cartons arrived clean and labels were still readable on delivery. Would use the same line again for general cargo. The team kept us informed at the right moments.
This was a DDP shipment to Namibia for mixed cartons. The supplier pickup and export handling were well coordinated. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports. The team kept us informed at the right moments.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to Namibia through this team. The supplier pickup and export handling were well coordinated. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. Would use the same line again for general cargo.
This was a DDP shipment to Namibia for mixed cartons. The supplier pickup and export handling were well coordinated. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.
This was a DDP shipment to Namibia for mixed cartons. No hidden charges showed up on arrival. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. Would use the same line again for general cargo.
This was a DDP shipment to Namibia for mixed cartons. No hidden charges showed up on arrival. Pickup from the supplier was arranged quickly and customs stayed under control. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost. The team kept us informed at the right moments.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to Namibia. No hidden charges showed up on arrival. The landed price stayed aligned with the quote, which helped our budgeting. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports.
We tested this lane to Namibia with a mid-volume order. No hidden charges showed up on arrival. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. Would use the same line again for general cargo. The team kept us informed at the right moments.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to Namibia through this team. No hidden charges showed up on arrival. The landed price stayed aligned with the quote, which helped our budgeting. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.
We tested this lane to Namibia with a mid-volume order. No hidden charges showed up on arrival. The booking process was straightforward and the team confirmed documents early. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports. The team kept us informed at the right moments.
We tested this lane to Namibia with a mid-volume order. The supplier pickup and export handling were well coordinated. The booking process was straightforward and the team confirmed documents early. Overall a reliable experience for repeat imports.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to Namibia. No hidden charges showed up on arrival. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.
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