SHIPPING TO PANAMA

If you are shipping large cargo to Panama, Cargomax International is the best option available. We offer the best service, best transit times, and the best rates of any shipping company in the USA or Canada. We have offices in North America and Manzanillo to assist you with all of your needs in real time.

Our customers have access to online tools for pricing, booking, tracking, and documentation, ena-bling us to offer the best service in the logistics industry.

Cargomax International also coordinates with help from its agents for the land shipment of goods between various Central American countries.

The following countries are the ones in the agreement:

Nicaragua
Costa Rica
Honduras
El Salvador
Guatemala
Panama

Goods of all types, including trucks, vehicles, machinery, and construction equipment can be moved from one country to another without taxes until the item arrives at its final destination.

Single Central American Declaration (DUCA)
The Central American Single Declaration (DUCA) unites the three main customs declarations that protect trading between Central American countries.

The DUCA integrates the Central American Single Customs Form (FAUCA), which is used to con-duct intra-regional trade of originating merchandise. Commonly known as DUT, the Declaration for International Land Customs Transit, is used for the international land transit of goods in Central America. Finally, the Goods Declaration, which is called DUA or DM, is used for trade with specif-ic countries outside the region.

The DUCA has three modalities:

The DUCA-F must be used to trade merchandise that originated in Central American.
The DUCA-D must be used for the import or export of goods with countries outside Central Ameri-ca.
The DUCA-T must be used for the transfer of goods under the international land transit regime.

The application of the DUCA entered into force in Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, Nicaragua, and Panama as of May 7, 2019.

This is a trade facilitation measure, which is the result of the efforts of the region’s customs ser-vices, as well as the Council of Ministers of Economic Integration. It constitutes a firm step to-wards strengthening Central American economic integration.

For more information visit: https://www.sieca.int/

SHIPPING SERVICES TO PANAMA

RO/RO SHIPPING SERVICES TO PANAMA

Ro/Ro (Roll on/Roll off) Shipping service to Panama :

Ro/Ro (Roll on/Roll off) shipping service to Panama: For transporting automobiles, cars, vehicles, buses, am-bulances, fire trucks, tractor trucks, all other types of trucks, trailers, machinery, and much more, this is the most secure way of shipping via ocean transportation. Why? Because RO/RO carrier vessels have special inclines (ramps) constructed to enable vehicles to be loaded on and off the vessel using the ve-hicle’s own power. This is the safest, easiest, and most convenient way to transport drivable vehicles across continents.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO SEND A VEHICLE TO PANAMA?

The shipping cost for a vehicle to various ports in Panama varies based on specific information. To obtain an accurate quote, please provide the following details:

-If door-to-port service is required, include the pickup address.

-The vehicle’s dimensions (length x width x height) and weight which are typically found on the title registration (note: the vehicle must be weighed before loading to comply with VGM SOLAS requirements);

-Preferred port of destination.

CONTAINER SHIPPING SERVICES TO PANAMA

Cargomax International provides comprehensive ocean container services from Canada, China, Europe, and the East Coast of the United States to Panama, serving major ports including Manzanillo, Colon, Cristobal, Balboa, PSA. Our offerings utilize cellular vessels for direct sailings and transshipments, equipped with a range of container types such as 20’ STD Dry, 40’ STD Dry, 40’ HC Dry, 45’ STD Dry, and various specialized containers.

The cost of shipping a container to Panama can vary widely. Prices are influenced by multiple factors, including the

-Type of commodity,

-The preferred container type and size.

-The weight of the cargo, (including packing and goods)

For the specific service options like door-to-port moves add the following information:

-Complete details about your shipment needs,

-Loading warehouse address for door-to-port services

This will allow us to offer a tailored quote that best fits your requirements.

LO/LO LIFT ON/ LIFT OFF SHIPPING SERVICES TO THE PANAMA

Cargomax International provides Lo/Lo (lift on/lift off) services for project cargo via breakbulk vessels from major ports on the East Coast of the USA and Canada to various destinations in Panama, including Manzanillo, Colon, Cristobal, Balboa, PSA. Services are also available from ports in China and Europe, with regular calls from the US East Coast and inducement options from other origins.

To accurately provide a quote for our Lo/Lo services, we require the following details sent via email:

-A photo and of the unit,

-Dimensions (length x width x height),

-Unit’s weight (including packing and unit)

-It is also crucial to include diagrams showing the lifting and pulling points for rolling cargo.

-Preferred port of destination.”

These details are essential for ensuring safe and efficient handling of your cargo. Please provide all necessary information to help us give you the best possible service.

OOG (OUT OF GAUGE CARGO) SHIPPING SERVICES TO PANAMA

Shipping costs for Out of Gauge (OOG) services to Panama depend on various factors, much like the Lo/Lo services. The size and dimensions of the cargo, along with the distribution of its weight, are critical to determine handling requirements. Unlike Lo/Lo services where cargo is lifted on and off the vessel, OOG cargo is secured on specialized equipment such as 20’, 40’, or 45’ Flat Rack containers, or 60’ to 90’ Mafi trailers. It is further stabilized and secured using blocks, braces, straps, and chains to ensure safe transportation. To receive a detailed quote for your specific shipping needs, please provide all relevant details about your cargo.

To accurately provide a quote for our Lo/Lo services, we require the following details sent via email:

-A photo and of the unit,

-Dimensions (length x width x height),

-Unit’s weight (including packing and unit)

-It is also crucial to include diagrams showing the lifting and pulling points for rolling cargo.

-Preferred port of destination.”

These details are essential for ensuring safe and efficient handling of your cargo. Please provide all necessary information to help us give you the best possible service.

ABOUT PANAMA

Panama has always played a key role in international commerce because of its strategic geographic location. Starting in the early 16th century when the Spaniards moved gold and other goods across the isthmus of Panama, it’s been a key part of shipping from the Atlantic Ocean to the Pacific Ocean. More recently, the capacity of the Panama Canal was doubled, further increasing this small Central American country as a key shipping post. While Panama itself has traditionally focused on importing goods from around the world, the last 20 years has seen the country become an important exporter of bananas, coffee, fish, and sugarcane, leading to economic growth.

ABOUT THE PANAMA CANAL

The Panama Canal, in particular, has made Panama a vital location for international shipping. Con-struction of the canal was completed in 1914, ending the need to use elongated or dangerous ship-ping routes like Cape Horn, the Bering Strait, or the Straight of Magellan. At the time it opened, roughly 1,000 ships per year traveled through the canal. However, today that number is closer to 15,000 vessels per year. Also, after decades of other countries having control of the area surround-ing the canal, the Panama Canal Authority, which is under the jurisdiction of the Panamanian gov-ernment, manages all operations involving the Panama Canal.

VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS TO THE PANAMA

DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS FOR VEHICLES

- • Bill of Sale or Commercial Invoice (signed by notary from the same state)
  • Original Bill of Lading
  • Original Title Registration of the unit (made to the consigne)

INFORMATION REQUIRED ON COMMERCIAL DOCUMENTATION

• Vehicule Make
• Vehicule Model
• Color of vehicle
• Year of vehicle Manufacture
• Engine CC
• Serial or Vin Number
• Actual weight
• Number of Axles for high and Heavy Commodities

YEAR OF MANIFACTURE RESTRICTIONS FOR IMPORT

Vehicles:

• 2024 = July 1^st , 2028 to June 30^th, 2029.
• 2025 = July 1^st , 2029 to June 30^th, 2030.
• 2026 = July 1^st , 2030 to June 30t^th, 2031.

Tractor Heads

• 2024 = July 1^st, 2038 to June 30^th, 2039.
• 2025 = July 1^st, 2039 to June 30^th, 2040.
• 2026 = July 1^st, 2040 to June 30^th, 2041.

Any other type of truck that has no restriction must be verified with a Customs Broker in Panama or our col-leagues at roro@cargomaxintl.com

· Trailers: There are no years of manufacture restrictions for these commodities.
Please verify with roro@cargomaxintl.com prior to importation.

· Specialized Trucks: There are no years of manufacture restrictions for these commodities, but they must be proven to have the proper specialized features that make them specialized trucks.
Please verify with roro@cargomaxintl.com prior to importation.

· Yellow Equipment Construction for Specialized Machinery such as Caterpillar, John Deer, Volvo CE, Komatsu, International, XCMG, Sany, Liebherr, Doosan, Zoomlion. There are no years of manufacture restrictions for these commodities.
Please verify with roro@cargomaxintl.com prior to importation.

For additional information regarding Customs formalities, please feel free to contact:
roro@cargomaxintl.com

Q&A General Question :

CAN I SEND A CAR TO THE PANAMA?

Yes, but you must make sure customs regulations are respected.

CAN I SEND A TRUCK TO THE PANAMA?

Yes, but you must make sure customs regulations are respected.

CAN I SEND MACHINERY TO THE PANAMA?

Yes, but you must make sure customs regulations are respected.

RORO SHIPPING SERVICE BY ORIGIN TERMINALS AND PORTS

For shipping vehicles, cars, trucks, trailers, container chassis, buses, construction equipment, oilfield equip-ment, mining equipment, or machinery, we offer Ro/Ro shipping services from various cities in Canada and the U.S. to Panama, with our combined bonded driver service from most Canadian and U.S. cities to most ports in the East and Gulf coasts of the United States.

Find below a list of Ro/Ro Shipping Service origin hub terminals servicing from the U.S. and Canada origins to Panama.

Ro/Ro services and OOG services come from the following city terminals and Ports of Loading:

· Baltimore, Maryland
· Brooklyn, New York
· Brunswick, Georgia
· Calgary, Alberta
· Charleston, South Carolina
· Edmonton, Alberta
· Port Everglades, Florida
· Galveston, Texas
· Halifax, Nova Scotia
· Houston, Texas
· Jacksonville, Florida
· Montreal, Quebec
· Miami, Florida
· Newark, New Jersey
· Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
· Savannah, Georgia
· Tampa, Florida
· Toronto, Canada

Destinations:

For transportation rates into Panama, please feel free to contact us at:

sales@cargomaxintl.com

Contact information in Panama

CARGOMAX INTERNATIONAL INC,

Panama Customer Service Center
Pricing Email: sales@cargomaxintl.com

Customs formalities information:
Email : info@cargomaxintl.com

Customer services information:
Email : info@cargomaxintl.com
Phone : (506) 4101-2142

Pricing department :
sales@cargomaxintl.com

Sales Department

DOCUMENTATION REQUIREMENTS FOR IMPORT SHIPMENTS

COMMERCIAL CARGO

DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED

• For Organizations: RNC Number (Registro Nacional de Contribuyentes)

• For Citizens: Cedula Number (Cedula de Identificacion Nacional)

• Original bill of lading freighted.

• Commercial invoice/Bill of sale

• Original vehicle titles registrations (for vehicles only)

• Packing list

• Weight of merchandise (gross weight, net weight per package)

• Certificate of origin

• Sanitary or Phytosanitary Certificates: Perishable and food products require an agriculture document stamped by a food inspection agency control from the country of origin.

Customs Autority in Panama
Website: https://amp.gob.pa/

DONATION CARGO

DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED

• For Organizations: RNC Number (Registro Nacional de Contribuyentes)

• For Citizens: The Cedula Number (Cedula de Identificacion Nacional)

• Original bill of lading freighted.

• List of donated cargo with its value

• Weight of merchandise

Customs Autority in Panama
Website: https://amp.gob.pa/

PERSONAL EFFECTS AND HOUSEHOLD GOODS

DOCUMENTATION REQUIRED

• For Citizens: The Cedula Number (Cedula de Identificacion Nacional)

• Original bill of lading freighted.

• List of household goods and personal effects with the value of each item.

• Weight of merchandise (gross weight, net weight per package)

• Contract signed with the logistic company.

You must make sure to comply with all authorized quantities limitations and items to be imported under personal effect and household goods.

Customs Autority in Panama
Website: https://amp.gob.pa/

Container and Ro/Ro routes services

Cargomax International guarantees these negotiated rates to most Panama ports and airports from the following list of countries: