Shipping times and costs from Sofia, Bulgaria to Chennai (Madras), India
1 Bedroom flat
Shipping costs by air ยฃ4,355 - ยฃ4,813
Shipping costs by sea ยฃ2,286 - ยฃ2,527
3 Bedroom house
Shipping costs by air N/A
Shipping costs by sea ยฃ3,518 - ยฃ3,887
5 Bedroom house
Shipping costs by air N/A
Shipping costs by sea ยฃ5,276 - ยฃ5,831
Please note: the prices listed here are meant as an estimate only. The best way to get a comprehensive, tailored quote is to fill out our form and be matched with a supplier.
Shipping Container Costs to India
Shipping belongings to Chennai is relatively simple. You have two options to choose from: sea freight, or air freight. Sea freight is the cheaper option by far, but the final price will depend on what youโre shipping, where youโre travelling to and from, and how much youโre moving. Alternatively, if youโre in a bit of a rush, you can opt for air freight โ but this will cost roughly 12-16 times more.
How to get quotes for shipping to Chennai
If you want a more accurate idea of how much shipping to Chennai will cost you, pop your details in this short form. What can you expect from the form?- Youโll be asked a few questions about your belongings, and when you want to ship them
- If we have shipping partners who can help you, theyโll contact you with quotes
- Youโll then be able to compare these quotes and pick the deal that suits you best
Should you choose sea freight or air freight?
There are pros and cons to both options โ it all comes down to which one works best for you. Benefits of sea freight:- A 99.99% safety record
- Sea freight is typically around 12-16 times cheaper than air freight
- Youโre usually able to fit much more in a shipping container than on a cargo plane
- A container ship creates 44 times less CO2 than a plane
- The International Maritime Organisation has pledged to reduce CO2 emissions from shipping by 40% by 2030
- An equal 99.99% safety record
- Faster than sea freight
Clearing customs at the Indian border
All goods imported into India need to be examined โ this helps authorities charge the proper tax amount, and check that goods donโt qualify as illegal imports. So what can you expect from this procedure? Before your goods arrive in India, make sure to keep all the documents required for import clearance on standby. Youโll need to file an Import General Manifest (IGM) and a Bill of Entry to the customs department.- An IGM is a document that contains the details of any goods arriving at that destination โ this should be completed by the carrier of the goods at the destination customs location
- A Bill of Entry is a document that is completed by an importer or a customs house agent. This needs to be filled out in order to pass import customs clearance procedures
Is there a shipping port in Chennai?
If youโre shipping your belongings to Chennai, youโll be pleased to know that the city is home to Chennai Port, Indiaโs second-largest port (formerly known as Madras Port). Alternatively, you can look into Kamarajar Port Ltd โ formerly known as Ennore Port โ which is located on the Coromandel Coast, about 18km north of Chennai.
Will COVID-19 impact shipping?
When it comes to COVID-19, unfortunately, India has been one of the worst-hit countries in the world. Not only has this impacted the nationโs health, but itโs also increased border controls โ slowing down the shipping process to and from India. On top of this, India is one of the biggest providers of shipping employees, and with many Indians having to self-isolate, thereโs likely to be a bit of a backlog of work.Shipping Container Options
20Ft Shipping Container
Dimensions:
33 Cubic Meters
5.9m x 2.35m x 2.39m (l x w x h)
Price: ยฃ3,518 - ยฃ3,887
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Dimensions:
67 Cubic Meters
12.03m x 2.35m x 2.39m (l x w x h)
Price: ยฃ6,683 - ยฃ7,385
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Max Dimensions: 5.75m x 2.2m x 2.2m (l x w x h)
Base Price: ยฃ1,089 - ยฃ1,203
Quarantine & Taxes: ยฃ1,000 - ยฃ2,500
Price: ยฃ5,618 - ยฃ9,137
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