Shipping from China to Egypt: July 2026 Rates & Guide
Your cargo gateway for ocean FCL/LCL, priority air freight, and Nafeza Nafeza/ACID customs clearance from China to Port Said, Alexandria, and Cairo.
Streamlined Freight & Customs Solutions connecting China and Egypt
Egypt is a strategic transshipment hub connecting Africa, the Middle East, and Mediterranean routes via the Suez Canal. Imports require advance ACID registration under the Nafeza single window platform, and are subject to 14% Egyptian VAT. Speedline Logistics manages your Nafeza ACID filings, customs clearance, and last-mile trucking across Egypt.
Shipping Modes & July 2026 Update
For July 2026, ocean container transit to Port Said or Alexandria takes 18 to 24 days via Suez. Rates run $3,015–$3,685 per 20GP and $3,960–$4,840 per 40HQ (as published in Sino Shipping data).
| Shipping Mode | Cost (Estimated Market Average) | Transit Time | Key Features |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sea FCL (20GP) | $3,015–$3,685 | 18–24 Days | Via Port Said / Alexandria |
| Sea FCL (40HQ) | $3,960–$4,840 | 18–24 Days | Best per-CBM value |
| Sea LCL | $85 / cbm | 22–28 Days | Consolidated cargo |
| Air Freight – CAI | $4.50–$6.50 / kg | 3–5 Days | Priority cargo to Cairo Airport |
| Express Courier | $9.50 / kg | 3–5 Days | Door-to-door parcels |
Note: Freight rates and per-kg prices shown above are estimated market averages. Actual shipping costs depend on cargo volume, weight, commodity type, packaging, and seasonal surcharges. For exact, real-time rates tailored to your specific shipment, please Contact Us or Get a Custom Quote.
Sea Freight via Port Said & Alexandria
Port Said East & West terminals sit directly on the Suez Canal entry, serving transshipment and national import cargo. Alexandria Port handles Northern Egypt’s industrial trade.
| Port Gateway | Transit Time | Region Served | Specialty |
|---|---|---|---|
| Port Said | 18–24 Days | Suez Canal Hub & Cairo | Primary deep-water container hub |
| Alexandria Port | 20–25 Days | Alexandria & North Egypt | General cargo, container terminals |
Air Freight to Cairo International Airport (CAI)
Cairo International Airport (CAI) handles over 80% of Egypt’s air cargo volume, featuring dedicated cargo terminals for express and commercial cargo.
| Airport Gateway | IATA | Transit | July 2026 Rate (Estimated) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cairo International Airport | CAI | 3–5 Days | $4.50 – $6.50 / kg |
All-Inclusive Door-to-Door DDP Shipping
Our Delivered Duty Paid (DDP) service handles your complete supply chain from Chinese suppliers to your Egyptian warehouse, including Nafeza ACID pre-filing, Egyptian customs clearance, 14% VAT, and local delivery.
| Service Layer | Handled by Speedline | Customer Action |
|---|---|---|
| Origin | Supplier pickup, export customs, CargoX ACID upload | Provide supplier details |
| Freight | FCL/LCL ocean via Port Said or air via CAI | None |
| Customs | Nafeza single-window clearance, 14% VAT payment | Provide Nafeza importer registration |
| Delivery | Distribution to Cairo/Alexandria/Giza | Receive goods |
Egyptian Customs, Nafeza ACID & 14% VAT
All commercial maritime shipments to Egypt require an Advance Cargo Information (ACID) number via Nafeza before loading at Chinese ports. Standard Egyptian VAT on imported goods is 14%.
| Product Category | Customs Duty | Egyptian VAT | Mandatory Requirement |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electronics & IT Equipment | 0.0% – 5.0% | 14% | Nafeza ACID Number |
| Textiles & Apparel | 10.0% – 30.0% | 14% | GOEIC Inspection Certificate |
| Machinery & Equipment | 0.0% – 5.0% | 14% | Nafeza ACID Number |
| Auto Parts | 5.0% – 12.0% | 14% | Nafeza ACID Number |
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About Speedline
Speedline Logistics is a licensed customs broker and international freight forwarder specializing in container shipping and all-inclusive Egypt DDP door-to-door logistics with Nafeza ACID support.
Frequently Asked Questions — Shipping China to Egypt
Ocean transit from major China ports to Port Said or Alexandria via Suez Canal typically takes 18 to 24 days.
Nafeza ACID (Advance Cargo Information System) is Egypt’s mandatory digital customs platform. All sea shipments must obtain a 19-digit ACID number before leaving China.
Yes — our DDP service covers Nafeza pre-filing, customs clearance, all import duties, 14% Egyptian VAT, and last-mile delivery to your warehouse in Cairo or Alexandria.
Egyptian imports are subject to customs duties (0–30% depending on product category) plus 14% Egyptian VAT.