Cheap Cost Of Shipping A Container To Lebanon
Published by Chris Townsend
How Much Does It Cost To Ship A Container To Lebanon?
If you are thinking about shipping a container to Lebanon and the complex process of international shipping worries you, we have the solution. We focus on offering the cheapest rates to our customers while handling their cargo with the highest level of care and professionalism. With over two decades of experience in the moving business, we are the company you want when you want to ship a container safely.
Factors That Affect the Cost of Shipping
Transparency is the cornerstone of our pricing policy. We break down all the factors that will impact the price of your quote to make sure you are satisfied with our terms. Here are the five major factors that affect the shipping cost of a container:
- The destination port.
- Your items’ weight and volume.
- The distance.
- The time of the year.
- The chosen means of transport
You might ask yourself what the time of the year has to do with shipping costs. Demand drives pricing decisions, and during the high season (January, February, August, and September), shipping lines experience a spike in demand, and so the price rises as well.
The destination port affects the price through the charges incurred on arrival. The charges may vary since ports in one country are not necessarily under a central authority. Our team at Three Movers has valuable experience and knowledge in such situations. We will recommend the ideal options based on your needs.
Other secondary factors that will affect the shipping cost include:
- Insurance: Shield yourself from losses from unforeseen circumstances by paying a premium based on the value of your cargo.
- Customs fees: Lebanon’s port and customs authorities will require you to pay the statutory import duties.
- Inspections: This might not be necessary if your container is not selected for inspection. However, if it is, the inspection prices are passed on to you.
- General Rate Increase (GRI): Operators in the shipping industry protect themselves from making losses using the GRI. The rate is adjusted based on the changes in operating costs.
Instant Rates For Shipping Containers To Lebanon
Average Container Shipping Rates Estimates
FCL shipping is best for transporting lots of boxes, pallets and anything which will require a full container shipping to Lebanon of up to 45,000lbs.
Full Container Load (FCL) Shipping Rates | |
|---|---|
| 20 ft Container | $1250 |
| 40 ft Container | $1350 |
LCL shipping is more affordable way to transport less than container load shipments to Lebanon.
Less Than Container (LCL) Shipping Rates | |
|---|---|
| LCL | $59/CBM |
| Household Goods | $535 |
| Personal Effects | $490 |
International house moving to Lebanon services - quick, easy and cheap.
International House Moving Costs | |
|---|---|
| Partial House (2000Lbs & Less) | $485 |
| 1 Bedroom (3850 Lbs) | $2000 |
| 2 Bedroom (4500 Lbs) | $2500 |
| 3+ Bedroom (8750 Lbs) | $3200 |
International auto transport services to Lebanon via RoRo and container ships. Ship cars, trucks, suvs, atv's, boats, RV's, heavy equipment and more.
Container Car Shipping | |
|---|---|
| Sedan (Container) | $1750 |
| SUV (Container) | $1850 |
| Sedan via RORO | $1070 |
| SUV via RORO | $1130 |
Which Size of Shipping Container Works Best for Me?
Once you have decided that the best way to transport your items to Lebanon is to use a shipping container, your next step is determining the suitable size. We have two options:
- The 20ft Receptacle: If your items fit in a typical three-bedroom house or anything smaller than that, this size is the right one.
- The 40ft Receptacle: If your items fit in a typical four-bedroom house or anything bigger than that, this is the size you need.
Once you figure that out, the next choice is whether to share the container or have exclusive use of it. The LCL option applies when you are willing to split the expense with another party. The Full Container Load (FCL) option applies when only your cargo enters the receptacle. You can select this option when your shipment covers the container’s entire volume or if you simply prefer that your items not be mixed with those belonging to other people.
Understanding The Different Types of Freight Transportation
There are two options when shipping a container to Lebanon:
- Air Freight: Your container will arrive in 2-4 business days. The expense of air cargo will be high, but you will enjoy the convenience of fast delivery.
- Sea Freight Services: A ship will take 2-8 weeks to deliver your container to Lebanon. You get to enjoy the low costs and the pleasure of knowing that your shipping process minimized your carbon emissions.
What’s Next?
We have offered you some insight into the various factors that affect the cost of shipping a container to Lebanon. Please take the next step and contact us for a free quote instantly. Please fill out your details on our website; your quote will be available shortly.
We also have a toll-free number (888) 202-0036) that you can call, talk to a representative and get your quote afterwards. Three Movers are dedicated to offering you the cheapest solutions for container hauling while giving you peace of mind knowing your items will be safe.
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Frequently Asked Questions
A shipper (someone who supplies and/or owns the items – also known as a consignor) receives a Bill of Lading from a shipping company. It means the products have arrived in perfect condition and are ready to be shipped. The products will then be delivered to the agreed-upon location by the shipper.
For all cargoes, a Bill of Lading is necessary. A Bill of Lading (BoL) is required to transport freight from point A to point B. They're legally binding documents that typically act as confirmation of ownership of the goods being transported.
Make sure you have all of the necessary import paperwork to clear customs and comply with relevant laws and regulations. For a successful import and export procedure, knowing what papers to prepare is critical. The import documentation required is influenced by the government's typical trade policy, the type of items being imported, and the specific commodities being imported to Lebanon.
Some of the most common documents required for international container transportation are listed below:
● Commercial and Proforma Invoices
● Bills of Lading
● Packing List
● Shipper’s Letter of Instructions (SLI)
● Automated Export System (AES) Filing
● Certificate of Origin (CO)
● Incoterms
● Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
● Operational Instructions
● Shipping Under a Letter of Credit
Authentic shipping companies know the rules and requirements, they will guide you on the specific documents you'll need, especially when rules changes.
A misplaced bill of lading may be a major issue since it might prohibit your container from leaving the port or arriving at its destination.
If your BoL is lost, you should contact your shipping business so that a new one may be created. However, some of the following documentation may be required by the shipping line:
● A written statement of loss;
● Packing list;
● Cargo commercial invoice;
● Letter of Credit – copy (when payment was made by Letter of Credit);
● Shipper’s approval;
● Letter of indemnity, LOI drew up by the shipper;
● Letter of indemnity, LOI drew up by the recipient;
● Bank guarantee;
● Formal request: release without OBL or Issuance of New Set OBL
No, shipping containers are not completely waterproof. Nonetheless, they are water-resistant. They can withstand the effects of bad weather.
Most ISO shipping containers have vents on the sidewalls and the top or roof of the container wall to enable ventilation and prevent humidity build-up. These vents, on the other hand, are extremely small to ensure that no pests or insects enter the container throughout its journey.
The items listed are subject to extra restrictions when delivered to Lebanon. If you wish to bring one of the following products into this country, make sure to follow the shipping requirements to avoid delays and detention at customs:
● Acids
● Alcoholic beverages
● Animal products
● Animal skins
● Batteries, Haz
● Bearer Documents
● Bio Products, Haz
● Bunker oil sample (for analysis)
● Chemicals, Haz and Non-Haz
● Coal & firewood
● Coffee
● Cologne and Perfume, Haz and Non-Haz
● Communications equipment
● Compact discs
● Computer software
● Corrosives
● Cosmetics
● Cosmetics, Haz
● Diskettes
● Drugs, Prescription and Non-Prescription
● Electronic Cigarettes
● Envelopes for Re-mailing
● Films: 8mm, 16mm & 35mm
● Films: entertainment
● Films: promotional, training
● Flammables
● Foodstuffs
● Gambling devices
● Gases
● Graphite Products
● Herbal Products
● Herbal Tea
● Ice, Blue
● Ice, Dry
● Ice, Wet
● Infectious Substances
● Items offensive to Muslim culture
● Levi Jeans
● Liquids, Haz and Non-Haz
● Liquor, Haz and Non-Haz
● Magnetized Materials
● Medical samples
● Medical/dental supplies & equipment
● Military equipment
● Mineral Products
● Minerals
● Oil products
● Oxidizers
● Paints, Haz
● Perfume, Haz
● Perishables
● Personal Effects
● Phone Jacks
● Phones/modems
● Plants and Plant Products
● Poisons
● Powders
● Radar equipment
The FCL routes and procedures are simple to follow. Once your products have been placed within the container, the shipping crew will not open or update it. Your container will be delivered to its end destination. The simplicity of the overall procedure is one of the reasons why it’s quicker to arrive than LCL shipments.
LCL shipping is a more difficult or complex procedure. Because the container includes cargo from a variety of people, it will be opened and updated at a number of ports. LCL shipments, as a result, take longer to arrive than FLC shipments.
Shipping taxes are charged by a country's customs officials on goods that are brought into the country. The price paid for imported goods is typically decided by the item's worth. In certain situations, import taxes are referred to as customs charges, tariffs, or import tariffs.
Meanwhile, the shipping duty is a tax levied by the government on goods imported from other nations. The price hike is intended to make the items less appealing to customers, prompting them to choose for the local market instead.
It is not necessary for you to be onsite. You may have someone receive or sign the cargo delivery documentation. However, we recommend that you be there once the container arrives so that it may be placed in a convenient position for you. If you are unable to be there, the shipping team will put your container in the most suitable location possible.
