⚡ Quick Answer: Container Shipping to Greece
A practical planning range is about $2,500–$4,500 for a 20ft container and $4,000–$6,500 for a 40ft or High Cube, with roughly 3–6 weeks overall transit. Piraeus is Greece’s principal container gateway, while Thessaloniki is important for northern Greece and the Balkans. Final pricing depends on U.S. pickup, loading, equipment, carrier, terminal fees, EU customs, VAT/duty and inland delivery.
USA → GREECE CONTAINER SHIPPING
Greece-bound container freight can be routed differently depending on whether the shipment is destined for Athens, northern Greece or onward Balkan distribution. All TransportDepot Inc. arranges 20ft, 40ft and High Cube service for household goods, commercial cargo, vehicles, machinery, boats, parts and project freight, with nationwide U.S. pickup, warehouse loading, export-document support and ocean booking through Piraeus, Thessaloniki or another confirmed Greek gateway.
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Container Services
20ft / 40ft / High Cube
Dedicated FCL service for relocations, commercial freight and mixed cargo.
Warehouse / Self-Load
Professional warehouse loading or client-managed loading where origin access permits.
Special Equipment
Open top and flat rack options for oversized machinery, boats and project cargo.
What Can Be Shipped?
Common containerized cargo includes household effects, furniture, vehicles, machinery, commercial inventory, pallets, crated goods, boats, motorcycles and industrial components. Some regulated products require EU or Greek permits, conformity documentation or inspections.
Shipping Process
Quote
Provide origin ZIP, cargo and Greece destination.
Equipment & Route
Select container size and destination gateway.
Pickup / Loading
Arrange nationwide pickup or warehouse receiving.
U.S. Export
Complete export filing and carrier documents.
Ocean Transit
Sail to Piraeus, Thessaloniki or the confirmed terminal.
EU Customs & Delivery
The importer/broker completes Greek/EU clearance and inland delivery.
Major Container Ports in Greece
Piraeus
Greece’s principal container gateway, serving Athens, southern Greece and major Mediterranean/European liner networks.
Thessaloniki
Important northern gateway serving northern Greece and regional Balkan markets.
Costs & Transit
20ft
$2,500–$4,500 planning range.
40ft / High Cube
$4,000–$6,500 planning range.
Plan roughly 3–6 weeks overall. Pickup, loading, destination terminal handling, customs duty, import VAT, inspections, storage and inland delivery may be additional.
Greece Customs, EORI & EU Import Procedures
Goods arriving from the USA enter the EU customs territory and are processed under the Union Customs Code through Greece’s customs systems. Greece’s AADE uses the ICISnet import subsystem for goods released for free circulation and other import procedures.
- Import customs declaration
- Commercial invoice
- Packing list
- Bill of Lading
- EORI number for economic operators where required
- Certificate of origin when applicable
- Licenses or conformity documents for regulated goods
An EORI is the EU-wide customs identification number used by economic operators for customs transactions. Import duty and VAT depend on tariff classification, customs value, origin and applicable EU/Greek rules.
FAQs
What is the main container port in Greece?
Piraeus is the principal gateway for many international container shipments.
When should I use Thessaloniki?
Thessaloniki can be a better option for northern Greece or regional Balkan destinations depending on the carrier.
How much is a 20ft container?
About $2,500–$4,500 as a planning range.
How much is a 40ft container?
About $4,000–$6,500 for many standard moves.
How long does it take?
Plan roughly 3–6 weeks overall.
Do commercial importers need an EORI?
Economic operators involved in EU customs transactions generally use an EORI number.
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Ian Miriams writes and reviews practical shipping content for All TransportDepot Inc., covering commercial ocean freight, heavy machinery transport, vehicle shipping, container service and project cargo. All TransportDepot Inc. has been in business for 20 years and operates as an FMC-licensed NVOCC (License No. 021693) from 2305 Fourth Street, Suite B, Tucker, GA 30084. The company coordinates export shipments through major U.S. ports. Ian’s articles explain cargo measurements, equipment condition, carrier and terminal acceptance, documentation, shipping-method selection and destination handling in clear terms for exporters and project teams.