SHIPPING TO COSTA RICA

If you are shipping to Costa Rica, Cargomax International has the best service, the best transit times, and the best rates from the USA and Canada. We have offices in North America to assist you in real time, no matter what you need.

With our online tools for pricing, booking, tracking, and documentation, we can assure 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 COSTA RICA

RO/RO SHIPPING SERVICES TO COSTA RICA

RO/RO SHIPPING TO COSTA RICA

Ro/Ro (Roll on/Roll off) shipping service to Costa Rica: For transporting automobiles, cars, vehicles, buses, ambulances, 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 vehicle’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 the Costa Rica?

The shipping cost for a vehicle to various ports in Costa Rica 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 PUERTO LIMON, LIMÓN, MOIN AND PUERTO CALDERA

Cargomax International provides comprehensive ocean container services from Canada, China, Europe, and the East Coast of the United States to Costa Rica, serving major ports including Puerto Limon, Puerto Moin and Puerto Caldera. 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 Costa Rica 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 COSTA RICA

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 Costa Rica, including Puerto Limon, Puerto Moin and Puerto Calderas. 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 PUERTO LIMON, LIMÓN, MOIN, PUERTO CALDERA

Shipping costs for Out of Gauge (OOG) services to Costa Rica 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 THE COSTA RICA

Costa Rica is among the most prosperous of the Central American countries, with a long history of democratic stability and one of the highest rates of foreign investment per capita. It’s also among the smallest, with a population of only 5 million. 2 millions of those people live in or around the capital city of San Jose. Most of the highly educated workforce speaks English. This country is great for international business. While the traditional exports of bananas, coffee, beef and sugar are still the backbone of Costa Rica, in the last few decades the country has embraced ecotourism, becoming one of the most popular destinations in Central America and serving as a model for many of their neighbors when it comes to preserving environmental resources. They are also a large exporter of medical devices and a leader of export and manufacturing of more than 4600 products related to the use and development of green energy. In 2016, 98% of the country’s energy demands were met using hydro, solar, geothermal or biomass energy sources.
Costa Rica has an ideal geographical position between North and South America. This makes it easy to travel to either continent. The land is also embraced by both oceans (Pacific and Atlantic.) And since it is one of the most peaceful countries in the Americas, according to the Global Peace Index, Costa Rica is the ideal location for foreign investment.

Many entrepreneurs struggle to find a reliable logistics partner to transport their cargo overseas. This challenge is even bigger when it comes to shipping to Central America. Language barriers, lack of infrastructure, and staffing appropriate personnel in the area are some of the biggest issues faced by companies who need to move commodities to countries like Costa Rica.

In this scenario, picking the right freight forwarder makes all the difference to ensure your shipment will have a successful outcome. However, this is not an easy task. Several factors should be taken into consideration when making your choice.

VEHICLE REQUIREMENTS TO THE COSTA RICA

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

• Vehicle Make
• Vehicle 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 the Costa Rica or our colleagues at import-cri@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 COSTA RICA?

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

CAN I SEND A TRUCK TO THE COSTA RICA?

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

CAN I SEND MACHINERY TO THE COSTA RICA?

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 equipment, mining equipment, or machinery, we offer Ro/Ro shipping services from various cities in Canada and the U.S. to Costa Rica, 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 Costa Rica.

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: Puerto Limon, Limón, Moin, Puerto Caldera

sales@cargomaxintl.com

Contact information in the
Costa Rica

CARGOMAX INTERNATIONAL INC,

Costa Rica 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 AUTHORITY IN COSTA RICA:

Website: https://www.sica.int/iniciativas/duca

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 AUTHORITY IN COSTA RICA:

Website: https://www.sica.int/iniciativas/duca

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 AUTHORITY IN COSTA RICA:

Website: https://www.sica.int/iniciativas/duca

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