Ocean Freight · Dominican Republic → Italy
Ocean Freight from Dominican Republic to Italy
2 port combinations connect Dominican Republic and Italy in our network. The shortest, Caucedo → Genoa, is 4,438 nautical miles; transit across the lane ranges 11–18 days port to port.
- Distance
- 4,438 nm
- Transit
- 11–18 days
- Service
- FCL & LCL
Lane at a glance
Route facts
GoForwarder books full-container (FCL) and consolidated (LCL) space on this lane, coordinates pickup and export in Dominican Republic, and hands the cargo to import clearance and final delivery in Italy.
- Origin
- Dominican Republic
- Destination
- Italy
- Distance
- from 4,438 nm (8,219 km)
- Estimated transit
- 11–18 days
- Routing via
- Strait of Gibraltar
- Equipment
- FCL 20', 40', 40' HC · reefer · LCL
- Incoterms
- EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP
How it works
From quote to delivery
- 01
Quote and booking
Send cargo details on WhatsApp; we confirm the rate and book vessel space from Dominican Republic.
- 02
Pickup and export clearance
We coordinate container release, pickup and export customs in Dominican Republic.
- 03
Ocean transit
Sailing Dominican Republic → Italy: about 11–18 days port to port, with tracking until arrival.
- 04
Import clearance
Customs clearance in Italy, coordinated with our customs broker partners.
- 05
Final delivery
Drayage from the terminal to your warehouse, with proof of delivery.
Checklist
Documents and cost drivers
Documents to import into Italy
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of lading (B/L)
- EORI number of the importer
- ICS2 entry summary declaration (ENS)
- Import customs declaration in the EU member state
- Proof of origin under the EU–Mexico agreement when applicable
What drives the price on this lane
- Base ocean freight (per container for FCL, per CBM for LCL)
- Bunker / fuel surcharges (BAF) and peak-season surcharges
- Terminal handling at origin and destination (THC)
- Documentation and B/L fees
- Customs clearance at both ends
- Drayage from the port to the final address
- Cargo insurance
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
How long does ocean freight from Dominican Republic to Italy take?+
Estimated transit is 11–18 days port to port. Direct services sit at the low end; transshipment, peak season or inspections push it to the high end.
How far is Dominican Republic from Italy?+
The shortest pair is 4,438 nm (8,219 km) by sea via the Strait of Gibraltar.
How much does ocean freight from Dominican Republic to Italy cost?+
It depends on container size or volume (CBM), the season and surcharges. Send your cargo details on WhatsApp and we reply with a written quote.
FCL or LCL — which one do I need?+
Below roughly 15 m³, consolidated LCL is usually cheaper. Above that, a 20-foot container starts to pay off; a 40-foot container fits about 67 m³.
What documents do I need to import into Italy?+
Commercial invoice; Packing list; Bill of lading (B/L); EORI number of the importer; ICS2 entry summary declaration (ENS).
From Dominican Republic to other destinations in Italy
Other origins in Dominican Republic to Italy
Ready to move your cargo?
Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.