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Full Weight-Tier Rate Cards
Detailed per-weight pricing for every active route from China to Bulgaria.
Each tier reflects the published rate at that exact weight — useful for accurate budgeting at common shipment sizes.
💡 Enter the actual gross weight of your shipment in kilograms. If you're unsure, fill in the volume fields below and we'll calculate it for you.
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Non-integers rounded up. Larger of actual vs volumetric is used.
Total chargeable weight = weight per box × number of boxes.
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Price Trend — Bulgaria
Historical freight rates from China to Bulgaria for 10 KG shipments. Data sourced from live carrier price feeds.
China to Bulgaria — Shipping Reference Data
Reference figures that shape cost and transit on the China-Bulgaria route:
Main sea gateways
Rotterdam, Antwerp, Hamburg
Destination customs authority
the national EU customs authority
De-minimis / duty-free threshold
EUR 150 (duty-free threshold)
Import tax & duty regime
Import VAT 17–27% by member state; duty 0–12% by TARIC code
Local currency
EUR
Typical port/airport dwell time
3–6 days
Peak / busy season
Sep–Nov
Conformity & certification
CE marking + IOSS for low-value B2C parcels
Main air gateways
the main international gateway airport
Thresholds and duty bands are buyer-planning references, not formal customs rulings — confirm the exact HS-code rate for your goods before shipping.
E-Commerce Freight
E-Commerce Small Batch Shipping
The 10 KG range is typical for small e-commerce restock orders and initial trial shipments. Air freight is the standard choice here — it offers the best balance of cost and speed, and most DDP air channels accept shipments from 21 KG upward. This weight falls into the LCL (Less-than-Container-Load) air category.
Standard minimum for air freight DDP channels (most require 21 KG+)
Common for: phone cases, accessories, clothing, cosmetics
Amazon FBA replenishment orders at this weight use air for speed
Declare accurate HS codes to avoid customs delays in Bulgaria
🧰 Free 3D Loading Tools
Shipping to Bulgaria by air or sea? Plan cartons and container loading in 3D before requesting a quote.
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3D Carton Packing Calculator
Air rates to Bulgaria bill by chargeable weight — simulate your carton fill in 3D (including mixed products in one box) and cut dimensional-weight waste before you book.
Actual vs. volumetric weight — carriers charge whichever is higher (L×W×H÷6000 for air)
Cargo type surcharge — batteries, liquids, and branded goods carry additional fees
Peak season surcharges — Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb) and Golden Week (Oct) add 15–30%
Destination area — Bulgaria may have remote area surcharges for certain postal codes
Declared value — customs duties are calculated on CIF value
Customs & Documentation for Bulgaria
De minimis threshold — shipments below local tax threshold may clear duty-free
Required documents: commercial invoice, packing list, and accurate HS codes
DDP service includes all import duties — you pay one total price with no surprises
Battery and liquid goods require additional certification documents
EU IOSS/VAT registration may be required for e-commerce shipments above EUR 150
CE certification required for electronic goods sold to EU consumers
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to ship from China to Bulgaria?
Current rates for shipping from China to Bulgaria start at USD 9.68/KG via EU Air Small Parcel FO-SI6-1. For 10 KG, the estimated total is approximately USD 97, with all duties paid under DDP. Final landed cost depends on the Import VAT 17–27% by member state; duty 0–12% by TARIC code applied by the national EU customs authority.
What duties and taxes apply when importing into Bulgaria?
Imports into Bulgaria are assessed by the national EU customs authority. The applicable regime is: Import VAT 17–27% by member state; duty 0–12% by TARIC code. The duty-free / de-minimis position is EUR 150 (duty-free threshold). Under our DDP service these charges are pre-paid and included in the per-KG price, so there is nothing to settle on arrival.
How long does shipping from China to Bulgaria take?
Door-to-door transit to Bulgaria: air freight 5–10 business days, sea LCL 30–50 days, sea FCL 28–45 days, and rail 18–28 days. On arrival, allow roughly 3–6 days of clearance/dwell at the gateway. All times include customs clearance under DDP.
What is DDP shipping to Bulgaria and what does it include?
DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) to Bulgaria means one all-inclusive price covering freight, the duty/tax due to the national EU customs authority, and last-mile delivery to your door. The EUR 150 (duty-free threshold) de-minimis position is handled for you, and there are no surprise charges at destination.
In what currency are rates to Bulgaria quoted and paid?
Freight to Bulgaria is quoted and invoiced in USD; the local currency on the destination side is EUR. Payment is typically due before departure (T/T or PayPal), and because it's DDP you settle the full landed cost once — no destination collect charges.
What documents are required for customs clearance in Bulgaria?
the national EU customs authority typically requires: (1) commercial invoice with HS codes and declared value; (2) packing list with weights and dimensions; (3) bill of lading or air waybill; (4) certificate of origin (may lower duty); and (5) any product-specific certification (CE marking + IOSS for low-value B2C parcels). Under DDP we prepare and file these for you.
What is the best way to ship 10 KG from China to Bulgaria?
For 10 KG to Bulgaria, Air Freight is recommended — it gives the best speed/cost balance (5–10 business days) at this size, clearing via the main international gateway airport. Sea-freight minimums make ocean uneconomical under ~50 KG.
Which ports and airports handle China shipments to Bulgaria?
Sea freight to Bulgaria typically routes through Rotterdam, Antwerp, Hamburg, while air freight clears via the main international gateway airport. We pick the gateway with the best onward delivery time to your final address and price it into the DDP rate.
