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

CFC provides various shipping options you can choose from. We offer air freight, sea freight, land freight, express shipping, door-to-door delivery, intermodal shipping, and other logistics and freight forwarding services. When shipping to Pakistan from China, we’ve got you covered.

Pakistan Customs

Pakistan uses the Harmonized System to classify goods. Customs duties are levied on ad-valorem basis. Other than customs duty, the government charges 17% sales tax on the duty paid value of a variety of goods imported into the country. Customs duty and other charges are payable in Pakistani rupees.

China-Pakistan Free Trade Agreement

The China-Pakistan Free Trade Agreement, implemented in 2007 and upgraded in 2009 and 2019, is the first free trade agreement signed by China with a South Asian country.

The proportion of tariff lines implementing zero tariffs between China and Pakistan is 75%. The liberaliza covers 67.8% of Pakistan’s imports from China.

Contact CFC to issue your own CO to benefit from the FTA.

Sea Freight from China to Pakistan

Ship huge cargo and large quantities of merchandise from China to Pakistan via sea or ocean freight. We work with reputable carriers worldwide to provide you with economical sea freight rates.

• FCL/LCL shipping
• DDP/DDU services
• Customs clearance

Top Container Ports in Pakistan

More than 80% of Pakistan’s foreign trade is carried out by sea, with the main seaports being: Karachi Port, Port Qasim and Gwadar Port.

Karachi is the largest city and commercial center, while Gwadar Port is a newly rising star.

Gwadar Port is located on the Indian Ocean coast in Balochistan Province in southwestern Pakistan, close to the Strait of Hormuz.

The China-Pakistan Economic Corridor starts from Kashgar in Xinjiang in the north and ends at Gwadar Port in the south. It plans to build roads, railways, oil and gas, and optical cable channels. After the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor and the “Belt and Road” initiative were proposed in 2013, Gwadar Port has ushered in rapid development.

Sea Freight Cost from China to Pakistan

Our unique relationship with ocean freight cargo partners means we can provide the most cost-effective shipping options for your business. Please get in touch with our quotation team to acquire an accurate rate to ship your container to the main container ports in Pakistan.

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

301KG+	501KG+	1001KG+
Rs. 1,600/kg	Rs. 1,500/kg	Rs. 1,450/kg

Sea Freight Transit Time from China to Pakistan

In general, it takes 11 days at the very least to send your cargo from China to Pakistan via ocean. This may stretch up to 20 days or more depending on some of your shipping choices.

Air Freight from China to Pakistan

If you are looking to ship lightweight cargo urgently, air freight forwarding would be your quickest option. Our team can take your package to Pakistan speedily and economically.

Also you can enjoy faster freight forwarding to Pakistan by choosing our express freight services at CFC. We work with the top parcel carriers in the world, including FedEx, UPS, DHL, and more well-reputed organizations, to give you the quality services you need with door-to-door delivery.

Top Airports in Pakistan

There are 9 international airports in Pakistan, while the following 3 airports are the major hubs.

• Karachi – Jinnah International Airport – KHI
• Islamabad – New Islamabad International Airport – ISB
• Lahore – Allama Iqbal International Airport – LHE

Islamabad, Lahore and Karachi are the aviation hubs for northern, central and southern Pakistan respectively. Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) undertakes 80% of domestic air transport of personnel and almost all cargo and mail transport.

The New Gwadar International Airport, funded and built by China as a grant, officially commenced operations on Jan. 20, 2025.

Air Freight Cost from China to Pakistan

Air freight rates to Pakistan can vary depending on a number of factors, including the weight and dimensions of the package, the speed of delivery, and the type of cargo.

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

22KG+	101KG+	301KG+
Rs. 3,450/kg	Rs. 3,200/kg	Rs. 3,100/kg

Air Freight Transit Time from China to Pakistan

There are direct flights between China and Pakistan, or you can transfer via Thailand, the United Arab Emirates, etc. The direct flights between the two countries are: Beijing-Islamabad-Karachi, Urumqi-Islamabad (China Southern Airlines), Islamabad-Wuhan (China Southern Airlines), Urumqi-Lahore (China Southern Airlines), Beijing-Islamabad (Pakistan Airlines), Chengdu-Islamabad (Pakistan Airlines).

The direct flight takes 1-2 days including customs clearance, while 7-8 days for the economical route.

Working with CFC

Working with CFC and let us handle the shipping process from start to finish, including booking, transportation, documentation, and everything in between.

It is our job to ensure that your goods arrive on time. In addition, we specialize in providing cargo from China to Pakistan door-to-door delivery with the best and most fast service possible. We take great care of your valuables while they are in our care. We can ship your goods to Islamabad, Lahore, Multan, Karachi, Peshawar, Faisalabad, Gujranwala, Hyderabad or any other city in Pakistan safely and damage-free.

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