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End-to-End Import Services to Iceland \u2013 Request a Quote<\/h1><\/h3><\/div>

Samskip offers comprehensive import services to Iceland, from the sender\u2019s door abroad to final delivery in Iceland. We manage the entire logistics process, including pre-carriage, ocean freight, customs clearance, warehousing, and last-mile delivery.<\/p>\n

Our experienced import specialists provide personal guidance and identify the most cost-effective and efficient transport solution for each shipment. Customers also have 24\/7 access to the Samskip service portal, where they can track shipments and monitor their status in real time.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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End-to-end import services to Iceland \u2013 request a quote<\/h3><\/h2><\/div>

Samskip offers comprehensive, end-to-end services that can cover every stage of the logistics process \u2014 from international pre-carriage and door-to-door collection at the sender\u2019s premises, to ocean transport, warehousing, documentation, and final delivery upon arrival in Iceland.
\nOur import specialists provide expert guidance and ongoing support, helping customers identify the most suitable and cost-effective transport solutions, while also managing all quotation and contract processes.<\/p>\n

Customers also have 24\/7 access to Samskip\u2019s Service Web, where they can track all shipments and monitor their status in real time.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Container Transport<\/h2><\/h4><\/div>
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We provide tailored container transport solutions across the Samskip network, supported by decades of experience and specialist expertise, ensuring reliable and efficient delivery for our customers<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Consolidated Shipments<\/h2><\/h4><\/div>
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For shipments smaller than full containers, we provide flexible solutions and a reliable transport network for safe delivery to Iceland, with pre- and onward carriage available as needed<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Bill of Lading<\/h2><\/h4><\/div>
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\nA Bill of Lading is required for all Samskip sea freight shipments and ensures correct delivery, clear responsibility, and full traceability throughout the transport process<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Household Relocation Services<\/h2><\/h4><\/div>
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For household goods transport to, from, or within Iceland, Samskip<\/span><\/span><\/strong> provides safe and reliable door-to-door service worldwide<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Container transport<\/h4><\/h4><\/div>
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We bring decades of experience and specialist expertise in importing goods from around the world. Our team has extensive knowledge in managing container transport across Samskip\u2019s transport network, delivering services tailored to our customers\u2019 specific needs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Breakbulk shipments<\/h4><\/h4><\/div>
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When goods need to be transported in quantities smaller than full containers, we provide tailored solutions and a strong transport network to ensure safe delivery to Iceland, along with pre-carriage and onward transport as required. Our team is always on hand to assist.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Bill of Lading<\/h4><\/h4><\/div>
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A bill of lading is required for all Samskip ocean shipments, ensuring secure and accurate delivery at the correct time. It is important to review the information carefully, as it clearly outlines the sender\u2019s responsibilities and ensures full traceability.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Household transport<\/h4><\/h4><\/div>
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Whether it involves household removals to or from Iceland or domestic moves, Samskip manages door-to-door transport from the sender\u2019s premises to the recipient\u2019s location anywhere in the world, providing safe and reliable service every step of the way.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n

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Food, Beverages & Dry Goods<\/h3><\/div>
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Construction Industry &
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Cars & Vehicles import
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Furniture & Household Appliances<\/h3><\/div>
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Chemicals, Liquids and
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Bulk\/Out-Of-Gauge Cargo (OOG)<\/h3><\/div>
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Personal Effects Services<\/h3><\/div>
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Contact our experts in Import<\/h3><\/div>
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Import Tariff<\/h2>\n

Prices are exclusive of VAT. See details: Incoterms terms and conditions<\/u><\/b><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Effective from 1st of March 2026.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Discharge charges<\/th>\nISK<\/th>\nExpress discharge<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Discharge pr. tonne<\/td>\n 11.706<\/td>\n23.412<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Discharge pr. cubic metre<\/td>\n 5.965<\/td>\n11.930<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Discharge pr. 20 ft. container<\/td>\n96.208<\/td>\nNot available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Discharge pr. 40 ft. container<\/td>\n144.351<\/td>\nNot available<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Minimum dishcarge charge<\/td>\n  9.620<\/td>\n32.021<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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Volume-based charges apply if they exceed the weight-based charge.
Prices are exclusive of VAT.<\/p>\n

If the container\/goods are temperature-controlled, a 20%<\/strong> surcharge will be added to the unloading.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Booking fee<\/span><\/a><\/h2><\/div>
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Charge item<\/th>\nISK<\/th>\n <\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Booking fee – customer service representative<\/td>\n7.128<\/td>\nper booking*<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Booking fee via the service web<\/td>\n0<\/td>\n <\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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*Please note that the booking fee applies only to bookings not<\/strong> made through the service web<\/a><\/span>.
For assistance with online bookings, please contact inn@<\/a>samskip.com<\/a><\/span>.<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

<\/i><\/i><\/span>Bill of Lading fees<\/span><\/a><\/h2><\/div>
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Charge item<\/th>\nISK<\/th>\nUnit<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Partial delivery charge<\/td>\n\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a019.746<\/td>\nper container<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Bill of Lading split fee<\/td>\n18.008<\/td>\nper Bill of Lading<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Name change fee<\/td>\n18.008<\/td>\nper shipment<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Amendment fee<\/td>\n13.550<\/td>\nper Bill of Lading (applies to all changes)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Cargo measurement<\/td>\n12.028<\/td>\nper measurement<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Administration and document archiving<\/td>\n675<\/td>\nper Bill of Lading<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Customs documentation, incl. 1 line<\/td>\n13.160<\/td>\nper declaration<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Customs documentation – additional lines<\/td>\n947<\/td>\nper line<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
\u00a0Traces registration<\/td>\n21.898<\/td>\n<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Handling charges<\/th>\nISK<\/th>\nUnit<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Breakbulk shipments (LCL og FCL)<\/td>\n7.128<\/td>\nper shipment<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Vehicles<\/td>\n10.425<\/td>\nper unit<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Handling fee<\/td>\n15.474<\/td>\nper shipment<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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Trucking for loose cargo (LCL)<\/th>\nISK<\/th>\nUnit<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Trucking<\/td>\n7.543<\/td>\nper tonne<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Trucking<\/td>\n2.872<\/td>\nper cubic metre<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Minimum haulage charge<\/td>\n16.508<\/td>\nper trip<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Container handling on truck<\/td>\n32.664<\/td>\nper container<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Trucking for full containers (FCL)<\/th>\nISK<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Container lift, per trip<\/td>\n95.047<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Container moved between zones<\/td>\n32.664<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Chassis fee per day \u2013 first three (3) days free<\/td>\n7.712<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Waiting time, per 20 minutes<\/td>\n12.667<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Waiting time is charged for each commenced 20-minute period if home delivery vehicles are delayed during loading or unloading at the customer\u2019s premises.
Container handling on a truck is included in Samskip\u2019s haulage rates.<\/p>\n

Request trucking services<\/strong>
\nPlease submit trucking requests via the Samskip service web<\/strong><\/a><\/span> or by email to customer.service@samskip.com<\/a><\/span><\/strong>.<\/p>\n

Trucking is carried out the same day if the request is received before noon; otherwise, delivery will take place the next business day.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div>

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Goods stored in the warehouse (per day)<\/th>\nISK<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Storage fee per 1,000 kg \u00b7 per day<\/td>\n1.200<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Storage fee per cubic metre \u00b7 per day<\/td>\n587<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Minimum charge \u00b7 per day<\/td>\n2.495<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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Goods stored in outdoor area (per day)<\/th>\nISK<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Storage fee per 1,000 kg \u00b7 per day<\/td>\n597<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Storage fee per cubic metre \u00b7 per day<\/td>\n304<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Minimum charge \u00b7 per day<\/td>\n2.286<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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Storage fee per pallet<\/td>\n1.200<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Minimum charge \u00b7 per day<\/td>\n1.491<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<\/div>\n

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Container unloading<\/th>\nISK<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Unloading of 20 ft container (palletised cargo)<\/td>\n83.120<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Unloading of 40 ft container (palletised cargo)<\/td>\n124.680<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Unloading of 20 ft container (loose cargo)<\/td>\n112.619<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Unloading of 40 ft container (loose cargo)<\/td>\n180.201<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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Area charges for full containers (FCL). Five (5) days included in the transport charge<\/th>\n20 ft (per day) ISK<\/th>\n40 ft (per day) ISK<\/th>\n<\/tr>\n<\/thead>\n
Dry containers<\/td>\n5.000<\/td>\n10.000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Open containers<\/td>\n5.000<\/td>\n10.000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Flat racks<\/td>\n10.000<\/td>\n10.000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Reefer containers<\/td>\n10.000<\/td>\n10.000<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n

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