China is Myanmar’s largest trading partner, largest source of imports and largest export market.

We arrange shipments by sea, air freight or land cross-border from China to Myanmar, optimizing transit time and ensuring maximum security of goods by providing optimal management of shipments, from the port, airport or crossing border of departure to final delivery.

Import into Myanmar

In order to import goods into the territory of Myanmar, a business must first register as a company authorized to engage in international trade.

The government allows two kinds of import licensing system such as Automatic Licensing system and Non-Automatic Licensing system.

Applications for import licenses have been automated. The traders can apply for the import/export license at the Ministry of Commerce via the TradeNet2.0 online system.

The necessary documentation for the importation of goods into Myanmar includes the following:

• An import license (depending on the nature of the goods).
• Invoice.
• Bill of lading, air consignment notes, or truck notes.
• Packing list.
• Any additional certificates, permits, or import recommendations as required, such as a country-of-origin certificate, SPS (Sanitary and Phytosanitary) certificate, or FDA certificate.

China-Myanmar Free Trade Agreement

The Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership is a free trade agreement among the Asia-Pacific countries of Australia, Brunei, Cambodia, China, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Laos, Malaysia, Myanmar, New Zealand, the Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, and Vietnam.

The RCEP came into force for Myanmar since May 1, 2022.

With the certificate of origin – Form RCEP, preferential tariff rates are applied.

Contact CFC to issue your own certificate of origin – Form RCEP to benefit from the China-Myanmar FTA.

Sea Freight from China to Myanmar

Ocean transit can carry large or heavy products. With FCL or LCL options, different quantities of goods can be shipped properly. Our cost-efficient, flexible sea freight solutions are designed to meet your shipping needs. Our dedicated support team is on hand to ensure a smooth transaction every time.

Top Container Ports in Myanmar

The main ports in Myanmar include Yangon Port, Pathein Port and Mawlamyine Port, among which Yangon Port is the largest seaport in Myanmar.

Sea Freight Cost from China to Myanmar

The ocean FCL rate from Shenzhen China to Yangon is rough US$500 for 1x20ft container, US$1,000 for 1x40ft container.

Sea Freight Transit Time from China to Myanmar

It takes about only 10 days for the ocean transit port to port.

Air Freight from China to Myanmar

You should seriously consider shipping your goods via air freight if any of the following apply:

• Your cargo is fragile or has a short shelf-life.
• Your goods are required urgently in Myanmar.
• Your consignment is small, including just a few pallets of goods.
• Your address in Myanmar is situated closer to an international airport than a seaport.
• Your cargo is valuable and will benefit from the tight security measures taken by airlines and airport operators.

CFC specializes in rapid air freight services with advanced technology and logistics expertise to deliver your goods quickly and efficiently.

Top Airports in Myanmar

Myanmar has three international airports: Yangon Airport, Mandalay Airport and Naypyidaw Airport.

Air Freight Cost from China to Myanmar

Air rate is based on the original airport & destination airport, package details, service type and more. We’d better discuss case by case.

Air Freight Transit Time from China to Myanmar

The main routes from China to Myanmar are:

• Air China: Beijing-Yangon
• China Eastern Airline: Kunming-Yangon, Kunming-Mandalay, Shanghai-Yangon
• China Southern Airline: Guangzhou-Yangon
• Myanmar Airways International’s Yangon-Guangzhou
• Xiamen Airline: Xiamen-Yangon
• Myanmar Airline: Yunnan Dehong Mangshi-Mandalay-Yangon

Shipping cargo to Yangon takes approximately 2-3 business days via air.

Road Freight from China to Myanmar

Ruili is located in the western part of Yunnan Province, China. It is the terminus of National Highway 320, the intersection of Kunming-Ruili Expressway and Stilwell Road, and an important bridgehead for China to Southeast Asia. It is also an important location of the Belt and Road Initiative.

Ruili is also the largest land port for China’s trade with Myanmar. It is 779.5 kilometers to Yangon and is an international land port to Myanmar.

Ruili → Jiegao → Muse → Lashio → Mandalay → Naypyidaw → Yangon

It takes about 5-6 days from the Chinese border to Yangon.

Working with CFC

CFC offers FCL (Full Container Load) and LCL (Less than Container Load) solutions for sea freight, as well as full and partial air freight shipments, also road freight. With our door-to-door service, we ensure seamless transportation to the final destination, including local distribution.

Partner with us for efficient freight forwarding services that keeps your business moving forward. Our experienced team uses their expertise and collective buying power to offer competitive freight rates and reduced lead times for goods to Myanmar from China.

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