Your Import/Export Assistant in California
Located on the West Coast of the United States, California boasts some of the most significant ports and airports, including the Port of Los Angeles and San Francisco International Airport, which provide substantial logistical advantages. These gateways facilitate efficient global trade, making them pivotal for shipping. However, managing the complexities of international shipping to and from California can prove daunting. From navigating customs regulations to coordinating multimodal transport, the challenges are real. But with the expertise and personalized support of a freight forwarder California, these logistical challenges become easier to manage.
Ship for less with sea freight
Sea freight from/to California
California's extensive coastal access makes it a prime location for ocean freight, with major ports like Los Angeles and Long Beach handling massive container shipping and bulk cargo transport. Despite these advantages, challenges such as port congestion and complex port logistics can arise. Our expertise in freight forwarding by sea ensures smooth intermodal shipping, optimized ocean freight routes, and efficient sea cargo handling, leveraging available ocean freight capacity. Overcome these obstacles with our complete handling service. Request a free quote within 24 hours or personalized advice for your California shipments today.
Containerization Options
We manage all your containerization needs, whether it's a full container load (FCL) for large shipments or less than container load (LCL) for smaller consignments. No stress, we handle it all!
Documentation Preparation
Rest easy as we handle all your shipment documentation for California, ensuring full compliance with regulations. Get your free quote within 24 hours.
Pickup and Handling
Rest easy knowing we'll manage the entire pickup process in Destination, ensuring your goods are carefully handled every step of the way. You focus on your business; we take care of the rest. No stress involved!
Coordination and Communication
You can count on us to handle all coordination and communication for your shipments to and from California, liaising with ports, carriers, and authorities, ensuring you have a stressfree experience. We take care of everything for you.
Major international ports in California
Port of Los Angeles
Location and volume: Situated in San Pedro Bay, the Port of Los Angeles stands as the leading port in the United States, handling over 9 million TEUs annually. Its prime location along the Pacific Ocean positions it as a crucial gateway for trade between the U.S. and Asia.
Key trade partners and strategic importance: The Port of Los Angeles has strong trade ties with China, Japan, and South Korea. Its strategic importance is underscored by its cutting-edge facilities and infrastructure, which support efficient cargo handling and a broad range of logistics services.
Context for businesses: Leveraging the Port of Los Angeles can significantly enhance your sea freight strategy. The port’s advanced technology and efficient operations ensure a smooth and reliable shipping process. Whether you're looking to expand into Asian markets or import goods efficiently, the Port of Los Angeles offers the capacity and connectivity to meet your business needs.
For your express shipments
Air freight from/to California
Air freight in California offers a robust air cargo network via major hubs like LAX and SFO. This mode of transport is ideal for urgent deliveries, valuable goods, or time-sensitive shipments. While air shipping ensures rapid transit, costs, and size and weight restrictions pose challenges. Using cargo planes, we efficiently manage air logistics, ensuring your goods reach their destination promptly. However, consider high costs and limited cargo space. We handle the transport of goods by plane starting from 100 kg or 0.5 m³. Get your free quotation within 24 hours and let us take care of the rest.
Express Delivery
We ensure your urgent shipments to California are on time, every time. Our air freight services save you valuable time and help you meet tight deadlines effortlessly.
Peace of Mind
With our extensive network in California, we streamline each step, handling customs and logistics, leaving you stressfree. We ensure smooth, hasslefree shipping so you can focus on your business without worries.
Protection for your Sensitive Goods
We understand the importance of your fragile or valuable items. Our team ensures safe and secure packaging and transport to California, guaranteeing your goods arrive in perfect condition without stress or worries.
Commitment to Safety
We prioritize your shipment's safety with our comprehensive security measures, ensuring your goods arrive securely to and from California. Trust us to manage the entire process, providing peace of mind and reliable delivery.
Major international airports in California
Los Angeles International Airport
Freight volume: As one of the busiest airports in the world, LAX handles over 2 million tons of cargo annually, making it a critical hub for international freight operations.
Main trading partners: Key trading partners include China, Japan, South Korea, Vietnam, and several countries in Europe, ensuring a robust network for global commerce.
Strategic importance: LAX’s strategic location on the West Coast positions it as a primary gateway for trans-Pacific and transatlantic trade, significantly reducing transit times to and from Asia and Europe.
Notable characteristics: The airport boasts advanced cargo facilities, rapid turnaround times, and extensive warehousing options. Its proximity to the Port of Los Angeles also facilitates smooth multimodal transport connections.
For your business: Utilizing LAX for your shipping needs means access to efficient customs clearance, reduced lead times, and a strategic edge in reaching international markets swiftly. We handle all the logistics, so you can concentrate on growing your business without stress.
For sustainable and cost-effective logistics
Rail freight from/to California
Rail transport in California benefits from major railway stations like Los Angeles' Union Pacific and BNSF facilities, connecting to strategic cities such as Chicago and Dallas. Rail shipping is efficient for bulk goods but geographic challenges such as mountainous terrain can complicate train cargo. Our rail freight services expertly navigate these constraints, ensuring seamless goods transport by train. With our expertise in rail logistics, you get optimal efficiency from departure to arrival. Trust our rail carriers for smooth rail freight services, minimizing delays and maximizing reliability. Get your free quotation within 24 hours!
Integrated Logistics Solutions
We enhance your rail transport efficiency to and from California by managing everything from initial planning to final delivery with seamless coordination, optimizing every step for smooth, stressfree logistics. Let us take care of the rest.
High Capacity for Large Shipments
Rail transport in California effectively handles your large shipments due to its robust infrastructure, providing reliable, costefficient solutions for heavy and bulky goods, ensuring safe and timely delivery while minimizing transit costs and environmental impact.
For unmatched flexibility and proximity
Road freight from/to California
When it comes to transporting goods within or out of California, road transport offers flexible and swift solutions, especially with our reliable trucking services. Overland transport is ideal for delivering goods to local destinations or nearby states, thanks to California's extensive highway network. Truckload shipping and LTL shipping options make it easy to tailor cargo trucking to your specific needs.
However, the state's traffic congestion and strict emissions regulations can pose challenges. Our expertise in highway freight ensures efficient planning and execution, minimizing delays and compliance issues. Ready to streamline your road cargo needs? Get your free quote within 24 hours and experience hassle-free truck delivery.
Customized Door-to-Door Service
We offer tailored doortodoor delivery in California, ensuring we come to you, providing a convenient and stressfree transport solution right from your location.
Complete Peace of Mind
You can relax knowing we handle every step of your road transport in California, from pickup to delivery. We take care of your goods with utmost care and professionalism, ensuring complete peace of mind throughout the journey.
We handle customs complexities for you
Customs clearance for import and export
Shipping goods to and from China involves navigating complex customs regulations and customs clearance procedures. You might face challenges like thorough customs inspections and detailed customs documentation. But don't worry—our customs expertise ensures smooth customs compliance and customs formalities. Our experienced customs brokers handle all customs declarations and customs tariffs, managing every aspect of your customs clearance services. From customs duties to managing customs inspections, our comprehensive customs management ensures no stress for you. With our professional customs services, we streamline the entire process, ensuring your goods move without delays or unexpected complications.
Simplified Formalities
Navigating customs for California shipments to and from China and nonEU countries can be complex. We manage all formalities, ensuring a hasslefree experience for you.
Qualified Partners and Local Expertise
Benefit from our extensive knowledge of California's specific regulations and international standards to navigate customs smoothly, ensuring your shipments pass without delays or issues. We handle all complexities, so you don't have to worry.
Documentation Preparation
We meticulously prepare and verify all your documents, ensuring fast and errorfree customs clearance in California. Relax and let us handle the paperwork, so you don’t face delays or issues with your shipment.
Comprehensive Assistance
You can rely on us for managing your customs duties and taxes in California. We coordinate seamlessly with local authorities, simplifying the entire process for you. With our expert assistance, no detail is overlooked.
They trust us
EXCELLENT Based on 79 reviews Damien JungoAugust 15, 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I am from Switzerland, i started an amazon FBA buisness and choose Docshipper as transporter, so far so good ! Very quick responsive and helpful team, shout out for Marceau in their french team he has helped me a lot concerning all international transport matters. I recommend 😉 Emilie MeunierAugust 9, 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Je recommande vivement et sans hésiter cette company. Khalil et Léo, ainsi que toute leur équipe, ont toujours été très réactif et ont sus trouver des solutions lorsqu’une pépite se présentait. Je recommande les yeux fermés Gonin JérômeAugust 1, 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Une équipe hyper réactive. Toujours disponible. Nous les avons solliciter pour un déménagement de Paris vers la Thaïlande. Un super accompagnement avant/pendant/après la livraison de notre container. Des services de qualité. Des conseils précieux sur de nombreux sujets. Des tarifs très compétitifs. Nous avons pu voyager et déménager sereinement et sans crainte. Je recommande fortement de faire appel à leurs services pawlik guillaumeJuly 30, 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Très satisfait du service, j ai quelque peu tiqué sur le prix mais suis revenu sur mon avis car marceau comme karim étaient présent rapidement pour répondre à mes interrogations et m ont tenu au courant sans demande de ma part quand le bateau a pris du retard et même le fournisseur chinois m a dis que l enlèvement c était parfaitement bien passé je pense refaire appel à eux très prochainement Orion Ray-JonesApril 4, 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Leo was great throughout the entire relocation process, which was flawless. Jean PachecoMarch 7, 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Merci beaucoup à toutes les équipes française et thaïlandaise pour ce fret maritime depuis la France vers le sud de la Thaïlande. Merci beaucoup à Léo Labarre qui a été mon interlocuteur depuis le début. 🙏🙏 Robert BeaudryFebruary 23, 2024Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Tout a bien fonctionné a par un détaille qui a été pris en contre et qui va être corrigé merci Frédéric HoffmannNovember 29, 2023Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Top. Super confiance, super pro, super com, super dispo de Leo qui nous a vraiment aidé pour notre déménagement. Peter CasteliusNovember 28, 2023Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Many thanks to Léo Labarre and his professional crew in Portugal and Thailand. /Peter
ABOUT US
DocShipper more than just a logistics company
DocShipper is a dedicated American import/export company, acting as your reliable freight forwarder in the US. Our mission is to support individuals, SMEs, and large enterprises by simplifying your logistics challenges. With an extensive network of agents across all airports, ports, countries, and continents, we meet all shipping needs regardless of transport mode—be it sea, air, rail, or road. We aim to give importers and exporters complete peace of mind during international shipments by providing comprehensive handling and expertise every step of the way.
18 000
Shipments
4,9/ 5
Google reviews
100+
Logistics experts
18 000 shipments
4,55/5 Google reviews
100+ Logistics experts
Hassle-free shipping
Experience hassle-free shipping as we manage every step, from handling and customs to final delivery. Rest easy with our complete, professional services tailored to your needs.
Pay less. Ship more.
Experience significant cost savings with our competitive pricing, supported by strong partnerships and exceptional service quality. We ensure affordability and topnotch logistics solutions unmatched by other providers.
A single point of contact
Enjoy the convenience of a single point of contact, always ready to manage your shipping needs, provide quick responses, and keep you updated consistently.
FAQ | Shipping goods from/to California
Does your quote include all costs?
Yes, our quote includes everything except duties and taxes. You can always ask your account manager to estimate these for you. We emphasize that there are no hidden fees, ensuring you won't have any unpleasant surprises. Rest assured, we believe in complete transparency so you can plan your budget confidently. All other costs related to transportation, handling, and logistics will be covered, giving you peace of mind and a clear understanding of your expenses from the start.
Do I need to pay for insurance when importing my goods?
You are not required to pay for insurance when importing goods, whether locally or internationally. However, we highly recommend insuring your goods due to potential risks like damage, losses, and theft during transportation. Insurance provides an added layer of protection and peace of mind, ensuring that any unfortunate incidents do not lead to financial losses. It is a small investment for the safety and security of your valuable shipments. Let us handle the rest while you enjoy complete peace of mind.
What are the costs associated with your moving service?
Moving to California? We understand that cost is a major concern when shipping your personal belongings. Our services cover everything from careful packing to transport and professional delivery, whether you're moving locally or internationally. Each move is unique, and we tailor our services to your needs. To get an accurate estimate for your move to California, contact us now. We'll provide you with a personalized quote within 24 hours. Rest assured, we handle everything, ensuring a stress-free experience for you.