# BETTERluck Shipping: Guangzhou to Somalia Air & Sea Freight Services
Your trusted logistics partner for shipping from Guangzhou to Somalia, offering tailored air cargo, sea freight (LCL/FCL), and comprehensive transport solutions. Since 2007, BETTERluck Shipping (Guangzhou) Limited has delivered professional services with **cheapest prices**, **lowest costs**, and seamless support for "Made in China" cargo, connecting Guangzhou’s markets to Somalia efficiently.
## Key Transport Hubs & Logistics Insights
### Somalia’s Airports & Seaports
- **Major Airports**:
- Aden Adde International Airport (MGQ, Mogadishu) – Somalia’s primary international airport, handling most air cargo.
- Hargeisa International Airport (HGA) – serves northern regions, with limited international cargo capacity.
- Kismayo Airport (KIS) – supports southern Somalia’s trade and humanitarian aid.
- **Major Seaports**:
- Port of Mogadishu – the country’s main seaport, handling container and general cargo.
- Port of Berbera – a strategic hub in northern Somalia, linked to regional trade networks.
- Port of Kismayo – serves southern Somalia, with a focus on agricultural and coastal shipments.
### Guangdong (China) Airports & Seaports
- **Airports**:
- Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)
- Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport (SZX)
- Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) – all critical hubs for air cargo to East Africa, including Somalia.
- **Seaports**:
- Guangzhou Port (Nansha Terminal)
- Shenzhen Port (Yantian, Shekou Terminals) – major gateways with extensive shipping networks to Somali ports via regional hubs.
### Guangdong’s Foreign Trade Wholesale Markets
We provide direct pickup from Guangdong’s top wholesale hubs, with a focus on Guangzhou:
- Baiyun World Leather Market (leather goods & accessories)
- Baima Fashion Market (clothing, apparel & textiles)
- Sanyuanli General Merchandise Market (daily necessities & small commodities)
- Liwan Toy Market (toys & children’s products)
- Guangzhou Furniture Wholesale Market (furniture & home decor)
- Foshan Ceramics Wholesale Market (ceramic tiles & sanitary ware)
### Guangdong Cities & Their Key Export Products
- **Guangzhou**: Electronics, textiles, furniture, lighting equipment, auto parts.
- **Shenzhen**: Electronics (smartphones, semiconductors), tech gadgets, machinery, LED products.
- **Foshan**: Ceramics, furniture, home appliances, building materials.
- **Dongguan**: Toys, textiles, electronics components, footwear, plastic products.
- **Zhuhai**: Electronics, medical devices, communication equipment, plastics.
- **Shantou**: Toys, textiles, light industrial products, food processing goods.
- **Jiangmen**: Electrical appliances, textiles, metal products.
- **Zhaoqing**: Machinery, textiles, agricultural product processing.
- **Huizhou**: Electronics, chemicals, plastic products.
- **Chaozhou**: Ceramics, stainless steel products, textiles.
### Flights from Guangzhou/Shenzhen/Hong Kong to Somalia
- There are no direct flights from Guangzhou, Shenzhen, or Hong Kong to Somalia. All routes require multiple transits via hubs like:
- Nairobi (Kenya) with Kenya Airways (total travel time: 35-45 hours).
- Addis Ababa (Ethiopia) with Ethiopian Airlines (total travel time: 38-50 hours).
- Dubai (UAE) with Emirates (total travel time: 40-55 hours).
- Airlines involved: Cathay Pacific (via Hong Kong), China Southern (via Guangzhou), Kenya Airways, Ethiopian Airlines.
### Container Liners from Guangzhou/Shenzhen to Somalia
- Cargo to Somalia typically ships via transshipment hubs like Mombasa (Kenya) or Djibouti. Major carriers include Maersk, CMA CGM, and PIL.
- **Transit time**:
- 30-40 days from Guangzhou/Shenzhen to Mombasa/Djibouti (sea freight) + 5-10 days for feeder transport to Somali ports.
- **Services**: No direct sailings; all shipments require (transshipment) via East African hubs.
### Somalia’s Top Imports from China
Somalia primarily imports from China:
- Food products (rice, sugar, canned goods)
- Construction materials (cement, steel, tiles)
- Textiles & apparel
- Household appliances (refrigerators, TVs)
- Medical supplies
- Machinery (agricultural, small-scale industrial equipment) – many sourced from Guangdong’s manufacturing hubs.
### Somalia Customs Clearance Requirements
- **Key Documents**:
- Commercial invoice (detailing product descriptions, quantities, and values).
- Packing list (specifying package contents and weights).
- Bill of lading (sea freight) or air waybill (air freight).
- **Certificate of Origin** (required for tariff assessment and verification of goods).
- Import declaration (completed by a local customs agent).
- Health certificates (for food and medical supplies).
- **Import Duties**:
- Tariffs range from 0% to 30%, with essential goods (food, medicine) often taxed at lower rates (5-10%).
- Additional fees may apply, including customs handling charges.
## Payment & Insurance
- **Accepted Currencies**: BETTERluck is a long-standing client of XTransfer, enabling payments in:
Australian Dollar, Canadian Dollar, Chinese Yuan, Euro, British Pound, Hong Kong Dollar, Japanese Yen, Singapore Dollar, US Dollar, Mexican Peso, Ugandan Shilling, Nigerian Naira, Zambian Kwacha, Brazilian Real, Tanzanian Shilling, Ghanaian Cedi, South African Rand, Kenyan Shilling etc.
- **Insurance**: BETTERluck is a trusted client of Ping An Insurance, with all shipments insured by Ping An for comprehensive coverage during transit.
## Comprehensive Logistics Services from Guangzhou to Somalia
- **Flexible Transport Options**: Air cargo (for urgent goods like medical supplies) and sea freight (LCL/FCL for bulk shipments).
- **Local Support**: Direct pickup from Guangzhou/Shenzhen factories, wholesale markets, or warehouses. Our team handles packaging, container loading, and documentation.
- **End-to-End Convenience**: Door-to-door delivery with support from local customs agents in Somalia. Authorized agent for DHL, FedEx, UPS, EMS, and Maersk, ensuring reliable transit.
## Contact Us
- **WeChat, WhatsApp & Cell Phone**: +86-18898403007
- **Email**: sales8@blshipping.com
- **Website**: www.blshipping.com
- **Address**: Room 607-608, Talent Building, No.1 Yichuang Street, Huangpu District, Guangzhou City, China | Post Code: 510555
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