Your Best Freight Forwarder from China to Poland
Reliable Freight Forwarder Delivers Your Cargo Safely to Poland
Our Shipping Methods from China to Poland
DFH Logistics is a professional freight forwarder. With years of experience, we can ship your cargo to Poland safely and soundly. Whether you prefer railway, sea, or air freight, we can offer you the most suitable transit plans based on your needs.
From cargo pickups to final deliveries, we simplify your logistics processes. We also provide reliable services to reduce your transit costs and ease your worries. If you are looking for a freight forwarder from China to Poland, we are definitely your best choice. Contact DFH Logistics, and send us your inquiries!
Via China-Europe Railway Express, we transport your cargo safely from China to Poland. You need not worry about delays.
We offer FCL services to ship your cargo. With exclusive containers, your products are much safer and can be delivered to Poland quickly.
When your cargo is less than a container load, you do not have to book a whole one. We offer LCL services to help you reduce shipping costs.
Urgent air freight services deliver your goods with stable air capacity. We ensure timely deliveries and product safety.
With a comprehensive transportation network in Poland, we can deliver your goods to your door wherever you are.
We cooperate with DHL, UPS, and FedEx. For samples, small parcels, or urgent goods, we provide the fastest services to Poland.
We can handle customs clearance on your behalf, whether in China or Poland, greatly simplifying your global logistics operations.
No matter how many Chinese suppliers you have, we can pick up your goods and consolidate them without omitting products.
Why You Can Trust Us for Shipping Cargo from China to Poland
- We consolidate your cargo from different suppliers. This can effectively reduce your transport costs and improve shipping efficiency.
- We offer 15 days of free warehousing for temporary storage. When you are waiting for consolidation or shipment, you don’t have to worry about the cargo’s warehouse.
- We can perform quantity and quality checks before shipping to Poland, greatly reducing the risks of incorrect shipments and missing items.
- If you are not satisfied with the original packaging, we can repack your goods with reinforced, waterproof protection.
- We also provide DDP services, covering the whole transportation process from China to Poland. Thus, you are free of complicated and laborious customs work.
Top Routes to Ship Cargo from China to Poland
Railway Freight
- Xi’an to Małaszewicze
- Chengdu to Małaszewicze
- Zhengzhou to Małaszewicze
- Chongqing to Małaszewicze
- Yiwu to Małaszewicze
Sea Freight
- Shanghai, Ningbo, Shenzhen, Qingdao, or Tianjin to Gdańsk, Gdynia, Szczecin
- Shanghai, Shenzhen to Hamburg, then to Poland
- Ningbo, Qingdao to Rotterdam, then to Poland
Air Freight
- Shanghai (PVG), Guangzhou (CAN), or Shenzhen (SZX) to Warsaw (WAW)
- Hong Kong (HKG) to Frankfurt (FRA), then to Poland
- Shanghai (PVG) to Leipzig (LEJ), then to Poland
- Guangzhou (CAN) to Amsterdam (AMS), then to Warsaw
What Documents Are Required for Shipping from China to Poland?
China Customs
- Commercial Invoice: declaration of product name, quantity, value, and information of sellers and buyers
- Packing List: declaration of product packaging
- Export Declaration: for official export declaration
- Shipping Instruction: proof of legal shipment
- Other Possible Documents: export licenses, commodity inspection documents, MSDS, CE certificates, etc.
Polish Customs
- Commercial Invoice: import value declaration and tax calculation
- Packing List: check the actual arrival status of the cargo
- Bill of Lading/Air Waybill / Rail Waybill: proof of transportation contract and route
- Import Customs Declaration: for official import declaration
- EORI Number: for customs clearance registration
- VAT Number (if required): for calculation and payment of VAT
- Product Compliance Documents (if required): CE certificates, RoHS inspection reports, EU-compliant technical documents, and other safety certifications
You may find that multiple, complicated documents are required for customs clearance. Whether in China or Poland, it will consume a large amount of your time and energy. But do not worry about it! DFH Logistics is always at your service.
Choose our customs clearance services, and we will handle the entire process on your behalf and do it perfectly. Thus, you will never have to worry about cargo delays caused by customs clearance.
Where Can You Deliver My Cargo in Poland?
Our logistics delivery covers the whole of Poland. When your cargo arrives in Poland, we can distribute it to major cities such as Warsaw, Kraków, Łódź, Wrocław, Gdańsk, Poznań, Katowice, Lublin, etc.
In addition to major cities, we can also deliver your cargo to industrial zones, e-commerce warehouses, fulfillment centers, and wholesale markets.
If you want transport to neighboring countries, we still offer optional services. Countries such as Germany, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, or Lithuania are available.
DDP vs DDU in Shipping from China to Poland
The key difference between DDP and DDU lies in who is responsible for the customs clearance, tariffs, and VAT.
With DDP (Delivered Duty Paid), your freight forwarder will handle customs clearance, global freight shipping, and pay taxes and duties. You do not have to contact China or Poland Customs yourself. The entire transportation process will also be hassle-free.
In DDU, after arriving in Poland, you need to contact and handle customs clearance yourself. DDU has lower freight costs, but you need to pay import duties and additional fees yourself after arrival. If you are not familiar with the customs clearance process, it may take up a significant amount of time.
DFH Logistics is available for both services. But if you choose the DDP model, we offer a transparent, one-stop global logistics experience, ensuring efficient cargo transportation to Poland.
Factors Affecting Transit Times from China to Poland
Transportation Methods
Different transportation modes inherently have different transit times. Air freight is the fastest. Rail transportation reaches a balance between stability and transit time. If your cargo is not urgent and in large volumes, you can choose sea freight.
Route Choices
If your cargo needs to pass through transshipment ports or countries such as Germany or the Netherlands, it may result in additional time and uncertainty. Direct routes to Poland are more stable with shorter transit times.
Consolidations
FCL and LCL will also affect the transit time. LCL requires waiting for cargo consolidation before leaving China and deconsolidation in Germany, resulting in longer times. Besides, the efficiency of pickups, warehousing, container loading, and document handling also affects the shipping time.
Port and Rail Congestion
In sea and railway freight, congestion may cause delays. Ports in China and Europe may experience delays in queuing, loading, and unloading during peak seasons, prolonging transit time. In railway freight, congestion may also occur at the Małaszewicze terminal, resulting in longer transshipment.
Cargo Characteristics
Different types of cargo require various operational times for consolidation, loading, and other processes. For example, large or overweight cargo needs extra loading arrangements and reinforcements. Some special products, such as battery-powered cargo and batteries, require stricter inspection, increasing the time for customs clearance.
Weather Conditions
The weather can directly affect global transportation. Severe weather, such as storms, heavy snows, or typhoons, may result in the suspension of port operations, flight delays, or adjustments to railway operations. Thus, the transportation time can be prolonged.
When arranging shipments, try to avoid seasons with a high incidence of extreme weather. You can also reserve some buffer time for possible delays, especially in winter and typhoon seasons.
Seasonal Changes
There are peak seasons in global logistics. In peak seasons, shipping space will be tight, and costs will be high. The possible congestion may also cause delays in deliveries. If your cargo is quite time-sensitive, it is recommended to arrange shipment in advance to avoid peak seasons.
Efficiency of Customs Clearance
If documents for customs clearance are insufficient or incorrect, cargo deliveries may take longer. Your cargo may also be subject to random inspection by Polish Customs. To avoid potential delays, you can prepare complete documents in advance to improve customs clearance efficiency.
How Long Does It Take to Ship Cargo from China to Poland?
Railway Freight
- Xi’an to Małaszewicze: about 16–24 days
- Chengdu to Małaszewicze: about 17–25 days
- Zhengzhou to Małaszewicze: about 16–23 days
- Chongqing to Małaszewicze: about 18–26 days
- Yiwu to Małaszewicze: about 18–28 days
- Małaszewicze to Warsaw: about 1–3 days
- Małaszewicze to Łódź: about 1–2 days
- Małaszewicze to Kraków: about 1–3 days
Sea Freight
- Shanghai to Gdańsk Port: about 30–40 days
- Ningbo to Gdańsk Port: about 31–42 days
- Shanghai to Hamburg, then to Poland: about 32–45 days
- Shenzhen to Hamburg, then to Poland: about 33–48 days
- Ningbo to Rotterdam, then to Poland: about 33–47 days
- Qingdao to Rotterdam, then to Poland: about 35–50 days
- Shenzhen to Antwerp, then to Poland: about 35–49 days
Air Freight
- Shanghai (PVG) to Warsaw (WAW): 5–8 days
- Guangzhou (CAN) to WAW: 5–9 days
- Shenzhen (SZX) to WAW: 5–10 days
- Hong Kong (HKG) to WAW: 4–7 days
- PVG to Frankfurt (FRA), then to WAW: 6–10 days
- CAN to Amsterdam (AMS), then to WAW: 6–11 days
- SZX to Leipzig (LEJ) to Poland: 6–10 days
How Much Does It Cost to Ship from China to Poland?
| Transportation | Approximate Prices | Charging Methods | Cargo Types |
| Railway Freight | USD 5,000 – 8,000 / 40HQ | By container | Medium cargo, e-commerce restocks, stable shipments |
| Air Freight | USD 4 – 8 / kg | By weight | Urgent, high-value, small-parcel products |
| Sea Freight LCL | USD 30 – 120 / CBM | By volume | Small packs, multi-supplier consolidation |
| Sea Freight FCL 20GP | USD 2,000 – 3,500 / container | By containers | Bulk commodities, factory direct delivery, stable shipments |
| Sea Freight FCL 40GP / HQ | USD 2,700 – 5,000 / container | By containers | Bulk commodities, wholesale, stable shipments |
In addition to basic transit fees, there are additional costs, including documentation and handling fees, origin charges in China, destination charges in Poland, taxes and duties, carrier surcharges, and other conditional costs.
An unreliable freight forwarder may deliberately conceal the true costs of the entire process, whereas with DFH, you do not have to worry about this. We have a service satisfaction rate of up to 99%. Thus, you can totally trust us to be your freight forwarder. We offer a transparent quotation, ensuring you have no additional costs in subsequent processes.
How to Choose Transportation Methods from China to Poland?
| Transportation | Air Freight | Railway Freight | Sea Freight |
| Cargo Type | High-value products, urgent orders, small-parcel orders | Mid-pack products, e-commerce restocks, reliable transits | Bulk commodities, bulk and heavy products, non-emergency goods |
| Advantages | Fast transit, high stability, ideal for urgent transits | Balance between the delivery time and costs | Lower costs, ideal for bulk cargo, strong transportation capacity |
| Disadvantages | High costs, limited weight | Limited routes, costs more than sea freight | Slow deliveries |
| Time | About 3–7 days | About 14–25 days | About 30–50 days |
| Costs | High | Medium | Low |
Cargo You Can Ship from China to Poland
- Apparel and textiles: clothes, shoes, bags, suitcases, household textiles, and related accessories, etc.
- Home and consumer goods: kitchenware, home decorations, small plastic products, daily necessities, and household items
- E-commerce and wholesale products: e-commerce hot products, SKU small-parcel products, restocks, etc.
- Electronics and electrical cargo: LED screens, lighting products, consumer electronics and accessories, power cables, small digital devices, industrial electronic components, etc.
- Machinery and hardware: industrial machinery, automatic devices, hardware, mechanical and industrial components, etc.
- Industrial and general cargo: industrial raw materials, semi-finished products, packaging materials, commercial products, B2B wholesale cargo, etc.
Cargo Prohibited Shipping from China to Poland
- Illegal goods: drugs, illegal medicines, psychotropic substances, smuggled goods, crime-related goods, terrorism-related goods, etc.
- Counterfeit goods: fake branded products, counterfeit products, unauthorized products, etc.
- Dangerous goods: flammables, explosives, dangerous chemicals, etc.
- EU-restricted imports: unapproved medical devices, biological samples, electronics without CE certificates, etc.
