China is Bulgaria’s third largest trading partner outside the EU.

Shipping goods from China to Bulgaria is just what we do, and we are good at it. CFC works hard to make sure your goods arrive at their destination fast, starting with that first ask for a quote from you all the way to last delivery.

Bulgaria Customs Entry

As a Member State of the European Union, Bulgaria is part of the Customs Union which covers all trade of goods, and the adoption of a common customs tariff in their relations with third countries.

From the date of accession of Bulgaria to the European Union, the country is fully applying the common EU commercial policy regarding imports from third countries, including the Common Customs Tariff and the preferential trade agreements of the EU, as well as the anti-dumping and safeguard measures applied.

Customs valuation is based on the dutiable transaction value based on:

purchase price + transportation costs + loading/unloading + insurance charges + commissions + royalties + license fees + a 20 percent Value Added Tax (VAT) levied at the time of customs clearance. Some commodities are subject to excise duties.

Importation processes include:

• A customs declaration document
• A post-clearance examination of relevant documents or data
• Submission of an invoice or pro forma invoice, a certificate of origin or a certificate of the movement of the goods in order to take advantage of preferential customs treatment, transport documents, an insurance policy, a specification, an Economic Operators Registration and Identification number (EORI) and a packing list

Air Freight from China to Bulgaria

Bulgaria has direct flights to major European cities, Türkiye and Israel. There are no direct flights between China and Bulgaria. Travel between the two countries can be transferred via Istanbul, Moscow, Vienna or Frankfurt.

If you need dependable and efficient air freight services to Bulgaria, we offer unmatched expertise and a firm commitment to customer satisfaction. Our extensive network and customized solutions ensure your cargo reaches its destination safely and on time.

Top Airports in Bulgaria

Bulgaria has 4 international airports:

• Sofia Airport – SOF
• Varna Airport – VAR
• Burgas Airport – BOJ
• Plovdiv Airport – PDV

Air Freight Cost from China to Bulgaria

Air rates vary based on the weight, size, and nature of the cargo. From urgent express deliveries to standard shipping, we offer flexible options to suit your schedule and budget.

⬇️How much is shipping to a business address in Bulgaria by AIR?⬇️

26KG+	51KG+	101KG+
€7.10/kg	€6.75/kg	€6.50/kg

Air Freight Transit Time from China to Bulgaria

If you choose air freight, your shipment should arrive in 7 to 10 days for economy flights, and 3-5 days for express flights.

Sea Freight from China to Bulgaria

The most popular shipping option is ocean freight, preferred by most shippers because of its cost efficiency and flexibility. At a fair shipping cost, ocean freight can transport any type of cargo from China to Bulgaria. It offers shippers two options for container shipping, including less than container load (LCL) and full container load (FCL).

Top Container Ports in Bulgaria

60% of Bulgaria’s imports and exports are transported by sea, and ports play an important role in Bulgaria’s transportation industry. Bulgaria’s main seaports are Varna and Burgas, which are connected with the countries along the Black Sea coast. The main river ports are Ruse, Vidin and Svestov on the Danube.

CFC offers shipping services to all the majors’ ports in Bulgaria. We offer Ocean Freight shipping to Varna and Burgas, and we can also deliver containers or your cargo to Sofia from anywhere in China. The container will leave from China within seven days from the day of gating it to the port.

Sea Freight Cost from China to Bulgaria

The cost of shipping goods from China to Bulgaria will depend on a case-to-case basis. These factors will come into play to determine the cost of your shipment:

• Your choice of carrier and route
• Your consignment’s weight, volume, and quantity
• Your choice of door-to-door, port-to-port, port-to-door, or door-to-port

⬇️How much is shipping to a business address in Bulgaria by SEA?⬇️

26KG+	51KG+	101KG+	1001KG+
€1.90/kg	€1.75/kg	€1.65/kg	€1.60/kg

Sea Freight Transit Time from China to Bulgaria

Shipping goods to Bulgaria from China varies in transit time, primarily based on your international shipping mode. Additional factors impacting this include:

• The shipping season (peak or low)
• The directness of the shipment route
• The popularity of the trade lane
• Geopolitical issues
• Potential incidents at the ports

You can expect your ocean freight shipment to arrive in 35 to 40 days.

Working with CFC

CFC offer seamless air freight shipping to Bulgaria and container shipping to Bulgaria from China. We are a trusted partner in your transportation goals. We aim to give hassle-free, cost-effective and straight-forward logistics services with no last-minute surprises or hidden charges.

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