💰 Current Freight Rates
| Weight | Rate (USD / KG) |
|---|---|
| 21 KG | USD 31.32 |
| 22 KG | USD 31.22 |
| 23 KG | USD 31.47 |
| 30 KG | USD 30.92 |
| 50 KG | USD 30.51 |
| 100 KG | USD 29.90 |
| 150 KG | USD 29.23 |
| 200 KG | USD 29.13 |
| 505 KG | USD 27.89 |
| 850 KG | USD 27.95 |
| 1700 KG | USD 27.58 |
| 2500 KG | USD 27.56 |
| 3400 KG | USD 27.28 |
📋 Service Details
About This Service
International freight from China to DR Congo via Air DDP Cleared. All duties and taxes included (DDP).
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ℹ️ Additional Information
Documentation Required
Commercial invoice, packing list, and accurate HS codes for all items.
Tracking & Customs Resources
Once your shipment is in transit you may want to verify status or look up official duty rates. The following third-party tools and government portals are often useful for shipments to DR Congo:
External resources are provided for reference and open in a new tab. Always confirm current rules with your customs broker before shipping.
📊 China to DR Congo — Shipping Reference Data
| Main air gateways | the primary international airport |
|---|---|
| Destination customs authority | the national customs service |
| De-minimis / duty-free threshold | No practical de-minimis |
| Import tax & duty regime | Import VAT + duty 5–35%; PSI common |
| Local currency | USD |
| Typical clearance / dwell time | 7–21 days |
| Peak / busy season | Oct–Dec |
| Conformity & certification | Pre-shipment conformity certificate |
Thresholds and duty bands are buyer-planning references, not formal customs rulings — confirm the exact HS-code rate for your goods before shipping.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How long does Air DDP Cleared from China to DR Congo take?
Air freight on this route runs about 5–10 business days door-to-door, plus roughly 7–21 days of clearance/dwell once it reaches the gateway. All times include customs clearance under DDP terms.
What duties and taxes apply when importing into DR Congo?
Clearance is handled by the national customs service. The regime is: Import VAT + duty 5–35%; PSI common, with a de-minimis position of No practical de-minimis. Under DDP these are pre-paid, so nothing is collected on arrival.
When does capacity tighten on the China–DR Congo lane?
Space and rates tighten around Oct–Dec, plus the China-side windows of Chinese New Year (Jan/Feb) and Golden Week (early Oct). Book 1–2 weeks earlier in these periods.
Can you ship special cargo (batteries, branded goods) to DR Congo?
Yes — battery cargo by air follows IATA PI966/PI967; we run certified battery channels via the primary international airport. Brand-goods and DG paperwork are handled within the DDP service. Surcharges apply.
What does DDP shipping to DR Congo include on this route?
DDP means one price covering freight, the duty/tax owed to the national customs service, and last-mile delivery to your door in DR Congo. There are no surprise charges at destination.
Which ports or airports does this route use into DR Congo?
Sea cargo to DR Congo clears through the main commercial seaport; air freight clears via the primary international airport. We route through whichever gateway gives the fastest onward delivery to your address and build it into the DDP price.
📈 Historical Price Records
All price updates are recorded here. Use the weekly tabs to browse older entries.
| Date | 21-100 | 101 | 301 | 501 | 1001 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-15Latest | USD 31.32 | USD 29.27 | USD 28.46 | USD 27.83 | USD 27.43 |
| 2026-06-08 | USD 31.32 | USD 29.27 | USD 28.46 | USD 27.83 | USD 27.43 |
| 2026-05-19 | USD 31.27 | USD 29.22 | USD 28.41 | USD 27.78 | USD 27.38 |
| 2026-05-14 | USD 31.27 | USD 29.22 | USD 28.41 | USD 27.78 | USD 27.38 |
| 2026-05-11 | USD 31.12 | USD 29.07 | USD 28.26 | USD 27.63 | USD 27.23 |
| 2025-12-29 | USD 30.66 | USD 28.61 | USD 27.79 | USD 27.17 | USD 26.77 |
Price Trend
⭐ Customer Reviews
What customers say about shipping to DR Congo with us.
🇨🇩 DR Congo
Booked another door-to-door shipment to DR Congo through this team. Import handling was clearly arranged in advance. The landed price stayed aligned with the quote, which helped our budgeting. Would use the same line again for general cargo.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to DR Congo. The cargo moved with fewer delays than expected. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. Would use the same line again for general cargo.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to DR Congo. The cargo moved with fewer delays than expected. The landed price stayed aligned with the quote, which helped our budgeting. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.
We tested this lane to DR Congo with a mid-volume order. The cargo moved with fewer delays than expected. The landed price stayed aligned with the quote, which helped our budgeting. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.
This was a DDP shipment to DR Congo for mixed cartons. The cargo moved with fewer delays than expected. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost. Service serieux pour un envoi DDP.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to DR Congo through this team. Import handling was clearly arranged in advance. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.
We tested this lane to DR Congo with a mid-volume order. Import handling was clearly arranged in advance. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.
This was a DDP shipment to DR Congo for mixed cartons. The cargo moved with fewer delays than expected. The booking process was straightforward and the team confirmed documents early. Would use the same line again for general cargo. Service serieux pour un envoi DDP.
We tested this lane to DR Congo with a mid-volume order. The cargo moved with fewer delays than expected. Tracking updates were not excessive, but they came when something important changed. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before. Service serieux pour un envoi DDP.
This was a DDP shipment to DR Congo for mixed cartons. The cargo moved with fewer delays than expected. Cartons arrived clean and labels were still readable on delivery. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.
Booked another door-to-door shipment to DR Congo through this team. Import handling was clearly arranged in advance. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. Better coordination than the forwarder we used before.
We used this route for a regular replenishment to DR Congo. The cargo moved with fewer delays than expected. Transit was close to the estimate and the destination delivery appointment was handled well. A practical option when we need predictable landed cost.
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