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Ocean Freight · Los Angeles → Caucedo

Ocean Freight from Los Angeles to Caucedo

Los Angeles (USLAX), United States to Caucedo (DOCAU), Dominican Republic is a 3,840-nautical-mile ocean lane (7,112 km). Vessels on this routing transit the Panama Canal. Port-to-port transit runs about 10–16 days, depending on whether the service is direct or transships at a hub.

Distance
3,840 nm
Transit
10–16 days
Service
FCL & LCL
3,840 nm
Distance
10–16 days
Estimated transit
Panama Canal
Routing via
WhatsApp
Written quote, same business day

Lane at a glance

Route facts

GoForwarder books full-container (FCL) and consolidated (LCL) space on this lane, coordinates pickup and export in United States, and hands the cargo to import clearance and final delivery in Dominican Republic.

Origin
Los Angeles (USLAX), United States
Destination
Caucedo (DOCAU), Dominican Republic
Distance
3,840 nm (7,112 km)
Estimated transit
10–16 days
Routing via
Panama Canal
Equipment
FCL 20', 40', 40' HC · reefer · LCL
Incoterms
EXW · FCA · FOB · CIF · DAP · DDP

How it works

From quote to delivery

  1. 01

    Quote and booking

    Send cargo details on WhatsApp; we confirm the rate and book vessel space from Los Angeles.

  2. 02

    Pickup and export clearance

    We coordinate container release, pickup and export customs in United States.

  3. 03

    Ocean transit

    Sailing Los Angeles → Caucedo: about 10–16 days port to port, with tracking until arrival.

  4. 04

    Import clearance

    Customs clearance in Dominican Republic, coordinated with our customs broker partners.

  5. 05

    Final delivery

    Drayage from the terminal to your warehouse, with proof of delivery.

Checklist

Documents and cost drivers

Documents to import into Dominican Republic

  • Commercial invoice
  • Packing list
  • Bill of lading (B/L)
  • Certificate of origin
  • Import declaration under Dominican Republic customs rules

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 Los Angeles to Caucedo take?+

Estimated transit is 10–16 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 Los Angeles from Caucedo?+

About 3,840 nm (7,112 km) by sea via the Panama Canal.

How much does ocean freight from Los Angeles to Caucedo 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 Dominican Republic?+

Commercial invoice; Packing list; Bill of lading (B/L); Certificate of origin; Import declaration under Dominican Republic customs rules.

Ready to move your cargo?

Send origin, destination and cargo details — we reply with a written quote.

Get a quote on WhatsApp