Routes: From Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN) via major European or Middle Eastern hubs (Paris, Istanbul, Dubai) to Léopold Sédar Senghor International Airport (DKR) in Dakar.

Transit Time: 9–14 days door-to-door, including customs clearance in both countries and local transport.

Cost: (10–)16 per kg (calculated by actual weight or dimensional weight, whichever is greater).

Best For: Time-sensitive orders, high-value items, or small batches from Guangzhou wholesale markets, especially for sectors like pharmaceuticals or fashion.

LCL (Less than Container Load): For shipments under 15 CBM.

FCL (Full Container Load): For larger volumes over 15 CBM.

Best For: Heavy machinery, agricultural equipment, or bulk orders from Canton Fair exhibitors, leveraging Dakar’s position as Senegal’s primary port and a gateway to West Africa.

Door-to-door collection from any factory in Guangzhou (Baiyun, Panyu, Nansha) and surrounding manufacturing areas, including specialized facilities producing goods for African markets.

Safe transportation to our warehouses with real-time tracking and photo updates.

Specialized handling for fragile goods (e.g., glassware, electronics) with custom packaging to withstand long-haul shipping.

Free 14-day storage in our Guangzhou warehouse for goods from multiple suppliers, ideal for buyers sourcing from various Guangzhou wholesale markets.

Professional consolidation to minimize shipping costs by combining smaller orders into a single shipment to Dakar.

Quality checks and inventory management to ensure accurate and secure transit, critical for maintaining product integrity in West African conditions.

Air freight: Flexible options including door-to-airport and door-to-door delivery to Dakar, with priority handling for perishable or high-value goods.

Sea freight: LCL and FCL services directly to Port of Dakar, with optional inland transport to neighboring West African countries like Mali, Guinea, or Burkina Faso.

Scheduled departures to align with your production timelines, supporting Dakar’s role as a regional trade hub.

Secure handling of payments in XOF (CFA franc), EUR, USD, or CNY, with expertise in West African banking systems.

Transparent exchange rates for payments to Chinese suppliers, with options for partial payments and milestone-based releases.

Escrow services to protect your funds until goods are inspected and approved, building trust in cross-border transactions.

Expert preparation of all export documents (commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin) tailored to Senegal’s import requirements.

Compliance with Chinese customs regulations for various products, from textiles to agricultural machinery.

Efficient processing to avoid delays at Guangzhou Port or Airport, with knowledge of documentation needed for Senegalese customs (e.g., ECTN certificate).

Professional palletizing of goods to ensure stability during long sea voyages and rough road transport in Senegal.

Custom packaging solutions with weather-resistant stretch wrap, heavy-duty strapping, and clear labeling in French and English for easy identification.

Optimization of pallet size to maximize container or cargo space, reducing shipping costs—especially valuable for bulk shipments to Dakar.

Complimentary transfers from your Guangzhou hotel to factories, markets, or our office, simplifying your sourcing trip.

Transportation to Canton Fair venues and key Guangzhou wholesale districts (e.g., Yiwu Market, Baiyun Electrical Appliance Market).

English and French-speaking drivers for convenient communication, catering to Francophone buyers from Senegal.

Translation services (Chinese-English-French) to facilitate negotiations with local suppliers, crucial for Senegal’s Francophone business environment.

Assistance with product inspections and sample collection, ensuring compliance with West African quality standards.

Guidance on navigating Guangzhou’s wholesale markets and trade events, with insights into products popular in Senegal (e.g., textiles, construction materials, consumer electronics).

Canton Fair: Access 25,000+ verified Chinese suppliers, with a focus on products in high demand in Senegal—textiles, agricultural tools, and household appliances. We assist with pre-show planning, booth visits, and order placement.

Guangzhou Wholesale Markets: Sourcing support for affordable goods tailored to West African markets, with insights into pricing and quality benchmarks.

30kg of fashion accessories via air freight → (300–)480.

12 CBM of household appliances via LCL sea freight → (1,920–)2,760.

40’ container of construction materials → (6,200–)7,800 (including delivery to Dakar).

Local Expertise: Deep understanding of Senegal’s import regulations (including ECTN requirements) and Dakar’s port procedures, with connections to local customs agents.

West Africa Focus: Experience in shipping to Dakar and onward distribution to neighboring countries, with knowledge of regional logistics challenges.

Transparent Pricing: No hidden fees—quotes include freight, handling, and essential documentation (e.g., ECTN certificate).

Search Visibility: Optimized for keywords such as “Dakar shipping cost”, “Guangzhou airfreight Senegal”, and “BETTERluck logistics”—easily found on search engines and social platforms used by West African buyers.