Shipping from Guangzhou to Iraq Air Sea Freight Forwarder

# BETTERluck Shipping: Guangzhou to Iraq Air & Sea Freight Services   Your trusted logistics partner for shipping from Guangzhou to Iraq, offering tailored air cargo, sea freight (LCL/FCL), and comprehensive transport solutions. Since 2007, BETTERluck Shipping (Guangzhou) Limited has delivered professional services with **cheapest prices**, **lowest costs**, and seamless support for "Made in China" cargo, connecting Guangzhou’s markets to Iraq efficiently.   ## Key Transport Hubs & Logistics Insights   ### Iraq’s Airports & Seaports   - **Major Airports**:    - Baghdad International Airport (BGW) – Iraq’s primary aviation hub, handling 60% of international air cargo, including humanitarian aid, electronics, and medical supplies.    - Basra International Airport (BSR) – A key hub in southern Iraq, serving the oil-rich Basra region and supporting industrial cargo.    - Erbil International Airport (EBL) – A growing hub in the Kurdistan region, with modern facilities for commercial and cargo flights.   - **Major Seaports**:    - Umm Qasr Port – Iraq’s only deep-water seaport, located on the Persian Gulf. It handles over 90% of Iraq’s maritime trade, including containerized goods, construction materials, and oil-related equipment.   ### Guangdong (China) Airports & Seaports   - **Airports**:    - Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport (CAN)    - Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport (SZX)    - Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) – All with air cargo routes to Iraq via Middle Eastern hubs.   - **Seaports**:    - Guangzhou Port (Nansha Terminal)    - Shenzhen Port (Yantian, Shekou Terminals) – Major gateways with shipping routes to Umm Qasr Port via the Strait of Hormuz, supporting LCL/FCL sea freight.   ### Guangdong’s Foreign Trade Wholesale Markets   We provide direct pickup from Guangzhou’s key sourcing hubs:   - Baiyun World Leather Market (leather goods & accessories)   - Baima Fashion Market (clothing, apparel & textiles)   - Sanyuanli General Merchandise Market (daily necessities & small commodities)   - Liwan Toy Market (toys & children’s products)   - Guangzhou Furniture Wholesale Market (furniture & home decor)   - Foshan Ceramics Wholesale Market (ceramic tiles & sanitary ware)   ### Guangdong Cities & Their Key Export Products   - **Guangzhou**: Electronics, textiles, furniture, lighting equipment, auto parts.   - **Shenzhen**: Electronics (smartphones, semiconductors), tech gadgets, machinery, LED products.   - **Foshan**: Ceramics, furniture, home appliances, building materials.   - **Dongguan**: Toys, textiles, electronics components, footwear, plastic products.   - **Zhuhai**: Electronics, medical devices, communication equipment, plastics.   - **Shantou**: Toys, textiles, light industrial products, food processing goods.   - **Jiangmen**: Electrical appliances, textiles, metal products.   - **Zhaoqing**: Machinery, textiles, agricultural product processing.   - **Huizhou**: Electronics, chemicals, plastic products.   - **Chaozhou**: Ceramics, stainless steel products, textiles.   ### Flights from China & Hong Kong to Iraq   - There are no direct flights from China or Hong Kong to Iraq. All routes require transits via Middle Eastern hubs:    - **Transit via Dubai (UAE)**: From Guangzhou/Shenzhen/Hong Kong to Dubai (8-10 hours), then to Baghdad/Basra (2-3 hours). Total travel time: 18-24 hours.    - **Transit via Doha (Qatar)**: From China/Hong Kong to Doha (9-11 hours), then to Erbil (2.5 hours). Total travel time: 19-25 hours.   - Key airlines involved: Emirates, Qatar Airways, Cathay Pacific (Hong Kong), and China Southern (Guangzhou).   ### Container Liners from China to Iraq   - **Direct sailings via Persian Gulf**: Major carriers including Maersk, CMA CGM, MSC, and Hapag-Lloyd operate services from Guangdong ports to Umm Qasr Port.   - **Transit time**:    - 30-40 days from Guangzhou/Shenzhen to Umm Qasr Port.   - **Services**: Regular LCL (consolidated cargo) for small shipments and FCL (20ft/40ft containers) for bulk goods, with specialized containers for construction materials and machinery.   ### Iraq’s Top Imports from China   Iraq primarily imports from China to support reconstruction and daily needs:   - **Construction materials** (cement, steel, ceramics) – critical for post-war infrastructure rebuilding.   - **Machinery & equipment** (generators, construction machinery, oilfield tools) – supporting energy and construction sectors.   - **Electronics** (smartphones, electrical appliances) – meeting consumer demand.   - **Textiles & apparel** (clothing, fabrics) – sourced from Guangzhou’s markets for local retail.   - **Food & agricultural products** – supplementing domestic supplies.   - **Medical supplies** – supporting healthcare services.   ### Iraq Customs Clearance Requirements & Procedures   - **Key Procedures**:    1. Submit import declaration to Iraq’s General Customs Authority (GCA) prior to cargo arrival.    2. Undergo physical inspection (mandatory for most goods) and document verification.    3. Pay duties and taxes, then obtain release authorization.   - **Required Documents**:    - Commercial invoice (in Arabic or English, with detailed product descriptions, quantities, values, and HS codes).    - Packing list (specifying package contents, weights, and dimensions).    - Bill of lading (sea freight) or air waybill (air freight).    - **Certificate of Origin (CO)**: Mandatory for tariff assessment; must be legalized by the Iraqi Embassy in China.    - Import license (required for regulated goods such as electronics, machinery, and food).    - Sanitary/phytosanitary certificates (for food, medical products, and agricultural goods).   ### Iraq Import Duties   - Tariffs range from 0% to 20%:    - Essential goods (food, medicine): 0-5%.    - Construction materials and machinery: 5-10%.    - Consumer goods (electronics, textiles): 10-15%.    - Luxury items: 15-20%.   - **Value-Added Tax (VAT)**: 10% applies to most imports, with exemptions for humanitarian aid.   ### Iraq Customs Clearance: Certification Details   - **Product Compliance**: Electrical goods must meet Iraqi Standards (IQ.S) and may require local testing.   - **Document Legalization**: Commercial invoices, CO, and import licenses must be authenticated by the Iraqi Embassy in China to avoid delays.   - **Sanctions Compliance**: Ensure shipments comply with international sanctions, particularly for oil-related equipment.   ## Payment & Insurance   - **Accepted Currencies**: BETTERluck is a long-standing client of XTransfer, enabling payments in:    Australian Dollar, Canadian Dollar, Chinese Yuan, Euro, British Pound, Hong Kong Dollar, Japanese Yen, Singapore Dollar, US Dollar, Iraqi Dinar, and other major currencies.   - **Insurance**: All shipments are insured by Ping An Insurance, covering loss, damage, and transit risks (including maritime, aviation, and inland transport).   ## Comprehensive Logistics Services from Guangzhou to Iraq   - **Flexible Transport Options**: Air cargo (18-25 hours), sea freight (30-40 days), and door-to-door delivery.   - **Local Support**: Pickup from Guangzhou/Shenzhen factories, wholesale markets, or warehouses. Our team handles packaging, documentation, and customs coordination.   - **End-to-End Convenience**: Customs clearance assistance, embassy legalization support, real-time tracking, and insurance coverage. Authorized agent for DHL, FedEx, UPS, EMS, and major container lines.   ## Contact Us   - **WeChat, WhatsApp & Telephone**: +86-18898403007   - **Email**: sales8@blshipping.com   - **Website**: www.blshipping.com   - **Address**: Room 607-608, Talent Building, No.1 Yichuang Street, Huangpu District, Guangzhou City, China | Post Code: 510555   #freight #forwarder #logistics #shipping #cargo #airchinacargo #aircargochina #airfreight #seafreight #Iraq #Guangzhou #madeinchina #guangzhouwholesale #CantonFair #chinafreightforwarder #BETTERluck #containershipping