The main calling points in Chile are Antofagasta, which is near a mining region, and Santiago, the capital city of Chile.\u00a0 Most sea freight services call at both ports in the South American country.\u00a0 We see many engineering and component parts being shipped to Antofagasta for the mining industry, and other commodities to Santiago.<\/p>\n
There are direct sea freight shipping services to Chile, which sail via the Panama Canal.\u00a0 Transit time for sea freight is approximately 24 days.\u00a0 Air freight generally calls at Santiago, where it is unpacked and handled for its onward journey.<\/p>\n
Mercator Cargo regularly handles shipments to Chile, and we have a partner agent based in Santiago.\u00a0 Our partner agent will be able to clear your goods through customs and arrange for delivery to door.\u00a0 This is a valuable part of our service.\u00a0 Through our founding membership of the global freight forwarding network Marco Polo Line (MPL) we are able to offer this service in almost every country around the world.\u00a0 Our contacts with local freight forwarders mean we have access to local information, such as customs and documentation requirements.<\/p>\n
Our services to Chile can be comprehensive, or we can arrange just certain aspects:<\/p>\n
Chile is an EUR. 1 country.\u00a0 What does this mean?\u00a0 An EUR. 1 form is a movement certificate, which is required for the movement of goods between EUR. 1 countries in order to claim a reduced rate of duty, or a zero duty rate, and to certificate the origin of the goods.<\/p>\n
To discuss this further and to enquire about our shipping services to Chile, call our freight forwarding team today and talk to our export department – Tel. 02392 756 575. Email: sales@mercatorcargo.co.uk.<\/a><\/p>\n <\/p>\nRequest a Quote for Shipping to Chile<\/h3>\n\t\t