Your Best Freight Forwarder from China to France
Professional Shipping Forwarder Sends Your Cargo Safely to France
Our Shipping Services from China to France
When sending cargo from China to France, it is important to choose an experienced shipping forwarder. DFH Logistics has been dedicated to China-France logistics for about 13 years. Whether you choose air, sea, or railway shipping, we provide the most suitable and cost-effective transportation plans.
We can transport multiple types of goods, including daily necessities, mechanical equipment, bulk goods, and other products. Wherever you and your warehouses are located, we can ensure timely deliveries to your door.
DFH Logistics aims to offer you safe and efficient global transportation to France. If you are looking for a reliable shipping forwarder, contact DFH Logistics and send your inquiries.
Based on cargo volume and delivery requirements, we provide suitable sea freight solutions to France, ensuring reliable on-time deliveries.
With stable air flight capacity and efficient customs clearance services, we transport your cargo to France safely and quickly.
China–Europe Railway Express features a stable transportation capacity, improving the efficiency of railway shipping from China to France.
We can pick up cargo from your Chinese suppliers and ship it to your doors in France, ensuring efficient international transportation.
We can gather your products from different suppliers and consolidate them, reducing your consolidation costs.
If you are not satisfied with the packaging or your suppliers, we offer repacking services to ensure your cargo’s safety.
We help you label your cargo with carton, product, Amazon FBA, and other labels, reducing your manual labeling workload.
We offer cargo insurance at competitive costs. When accidents happen, the transportation insurance can reduce your risks and financial losses.
Why You Can Trust Us for Shipping Cargo from China to France
- We offer FBA shipping services, helping you ship your cargo safely into Amazon FBA warehouses in France.
- 15-day free warehouse for temporary storage regardless of your product’s volume, saving you cargo handling costs.
- We can check the quantity and quality of your products before shipping, reducing the risk of cargo misses or incorrect shipments.
- Customs clearance services can reduce the risks of cargo delays. Your products can enter the French market more quickly.
- Based on cargo types, budgets, delivery dates, and destinations in France, we offer exclusive, tailored plans to meet all your requirements.
Best Routes to Ship Cargo from China to France
- Sea Freight: Shanghai, Ningbo, Shenzhen to Le Havre or Marseille
- Railway Freight: Xi’an, Chengdu, Chongqing to France. Transit hubs include Duisburg or Małaszewicze. The terminal cities include Paris, Lyon, Marseille, and Lille.
- Air Freight: Shanghai, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Hong Kong to Paris CDG Airport
What Documents Are Required for Shipping from China to France?
China Customs
- Commercial Invoice: state the value and details of goods
- Packing List: state the package structures and details
- Customs Declaration: apply for the export declaration
- Booking / Shipping Instruction: to arrange the vessel or flight schedules
- Sales Contract: to verify the trade relationship between buyers and sellers
- Certification Documents: such as CE and MSDS, to prove export goods meet safety requirements
French Customs
- Commercial Invoice: to identify the value, taxes, and product types
- Packing List: check the package conditions
- Bill of Lading / Air Waybill: proof of legal cargo shipment to France
- EORI Number: identify the importer
- VAT Number: to calculate and pay VAT
- HS CODE: identify product types and calculate the tariff rate
- Certificate of Origin: to prove where the cargo is from and calculate the tariff rate
- Certification Documents: CE, MSDS, and others, prove that the cargo complies with EU standards
It is important to prepare documents for customs clearance. If your documents are insufficient, your cargo may be delayed. Preparing customs documents is sometimes cumbersome and laborious. You can contact us to be your partner. DFH Logistics offers customs clearance services, reducing your work for document preparation.
DDP vs DDU in Shipping from China to France
In trading between China and France, two common incoterms are DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) and DDU (Delivered Duty Unpaid). The core difference lies in who pays for the customs clearance and taxes after arrival in France.
In DDP, your freight forwarder from China to France operates and pays for customs clearance, tariffs, and VAT. In the entire logistics process to France, you provide the information your freight forwarder needs. You do not have to worry about customs and duties.
For DDU, after your cargo arrives in France, the receivers should pay for duties, VAT, etc. Commonly, you need to have EORI and VAT numbers, and complete customs clearance by yourself or through a local customs broker. Though the basic DDU freight may seem lower, the subsequent fees and the complicated customs clearance process can cost you significant time and money.
How Long Does It Take to Ship Cargo from China to France?
Sea Freight Routes
- Shanghai to Le Havre: about 28–40 days
- Ningbo to Le Havre: about 27–38 days
- Shenzhen to Le Havre: about 30–42 days
- Shenzhen to Marseille: about 32–45 days
- Qingdao to Le Havre: 30–45 days
- Xiamen to Le Havre: 30–43 days
Rail Freight Routes
- Xi’an to Malaszewicze to France: about 18–22 days
- Chengdu to Duisburg to France: about 20–25 days
- Chongqing to Hamburg to France: about 19–24 days
- Zhengzhou to Paris / Lyon: about 20–28 days
Air Freight Routes
- Shanghai Pudong (PVG) to Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG): about 5–8 days
- Guangdong Baiyun (CAN) to CDG: about 6–9 days
- Shenzhen Baoan (SZX) to CDG: about 6–10 days
- Hong Kong (HKG) to CDG: about 5–7 days
The delivery time is not fixed. It can be affected by other factors, including customs clearance, cargo type, peak seasons, weather conditions, final deliveries, and others. So it is recommended to arrange your transportation in advance.
If you don’t know where to start, you can contact DFH Logistics. With our experience, we can provide you with the ideal plans.
How Much Does It Cost to Ship from China to France?
| Transportation | Approximate Prices | Charging Methods | Cargo Types |
| Air Freight | $3.5 – $8 / KG | By weight | Urgent, high-value products |
| Railway Freight | $1.2 – $3 / KG | By weight | Medium cargo |
| Sea Freight LCL | $30 – $120 / CBM | By volume | Small packs |
| Sea Freight FCL 20GP | $1,600 – $2,800 / 20GP | By containers | Bulk commodities |
| Sea Freight FCL 40GP / HQ | $2,500 – $4,800 / 40HQ | By containers | Bulk commodities |
Besides the basic transportation fees, there may be other fees, such as customs clearance fees, documentation fees, BAF, THC, and other surcharges. Some freight forwarders may hide additional charges when offering quotations. But DFH Logistics will never do it. We provide transparent quotations, and you will never have to worry about price fraud.
How to Choose Transportation Methods from China to France?
| Transportation | Air Freight | Railway Freight | Sea Freight |
| Cargo Type | High-value products, urgent orders, e-commerce FBA | Mid-pack products, e-commerce restocking, industrial products | Bulk commodities, bulk cargo, heavy products |
| Advantages | Fast transit, high stability, high safety | Balance between the delivery time and costs | Lower costs, ideal for bulk cargo |
| Disadvantages | High costs, limited weight | Limited routes | Slow deliveries |
| Time | About 5–10 days | About 18–25 days | About 28–45 days |
| Costs | High | Medium | Low |
Should I Choose LCL or FCL Shipping from China to France?
Whether you choose LCL or FCL depends on the amount of your cargo, your budget, and your requirements for time and reliability. If your cargo can fill or nearly fill a container, FCL is more recommended. You can have your exclusive container. The safety and timely arrival of your products are enhanced.
If the quantity of your goods is relatively small, and the cargo can not fill a container, you can choose LCL. You do not have to pay for a whole container; thus, you can pay lower costs. But your cargo needs to share the same container with other people’s products. It adds time for sorting after landing in France.
Cargo You Can Ship from China to France
- Normal commercial products: clothes, headwear, shoes, bags; household items, furniture, decorations; gifts, toys, craftworks; daily necessities, kitchenware; hardware tools and accessories, etc.
- Digital Products: LED screens and modules; cell phone accessories, chargers, data cables; small digital devices; computer peripherals, etc.
- Industrial products: mechanical equipment and spare parts; lighting fixtures, lighting controllers; building materials, metal products; LED engineering, etc.
- FBA and e-commerce products: Amazon FBA restockings, small-pack LCL cargo, e-commerce goods.
- Some special cargo: batteries, chemical products, liquids, magnetic products, etc. These products require special documents and tailored transportation plans.
Cargo Prohibited Shipping from China to France
- Illegal goods: drugs and drug derivatives; guns, ammunition, military supplies and components; explosives; smuggled or illegally sourced goods
- Counterfeit goods: counterfeit products, products without authorization, and goods that infringe intellectual property rights
- Unlawful, dangerous goods: unreported explosives and flammables, illegal chemicals or toxic substances; dangerous products in non-compliant packaging
- EU restricted imports: illegal publications or prohibited content, sanctioned goods, products that do not comply with EU regulations
Is Long-Term Cooperation Available?
Yes, we welcome long-term, continuous partnerships, especially for shipping from China to France. We provide more competitive quotations for consistent and stable shipments. With extensive experience in China-France shipping, DFH Logistics offers you the most suitable global logistics solutions at competitive prices.
