AKQ For Logistics
Sea Freight from China to Iraq, Saudi Arabia and the Gulf
AKQ For Logistics is a freight forwarder and customs clearance company headquartered in Baghdad since 2020, with branches in Shenzhen and Dubai and cargo consolidation warehouses in Guangzhou, Yiwu and Mumbai. We collect your goods from the supplier, ship them by sea with MSC and CMA CGM to Umm Qasr Port and the ports of Saudi Arabia and the Gulf, handle customs clearance inside the port, and deliver door-to-door to your warehouse. If you don't have an import license, we import under our company's name as your importer of record.
Shipping from China and Customs Clearance Services
Cargo consolidation warehouses in China
Our consolidation warehouses in Guangzhou and Yiwu combine goods from multiple suppliers into one shipment, with unloading, reloading, equipment on request and regular reports until complete. For EXW, we truck goods from anywhere in China.
FCL container shipping to Iraq and Saudi Arabia
We book 20ft and 40ft containers with major shipping lines, primarily MSC and CMA CGM, from Qingdao, Tianjin, Shanghai, Shekou and Nansha. Booking confirmation within 15 minutes, and help choosing the best port of loading.
Project cargo and heavy equipment shipping
We book space on breakbulk vessels and RoRo ships to move construction and oil & gas project equipment, vehicles and machinery, and provide special Open Top and Flat Rack containers for oversized and heavy cargo.
LCL shipping from China
LCL shipping from China for cargo smaller than a full container, with all procedures inside China handled until the goods reach the port of discharge. Ideal for traders starting with small quantities and small to medium shipments.
Customs clearance
We handle customs clearance at origin in China, following up on every procedure and all required documentation for each shipment, step by step, to keep your cargo moving smoothly and your customs paperwork accurate.
Exporter of Record (EOR) and Importer of Record (IOR)
No import license or qualified exporter in China? We export under our company name after assessing cargo type and HS codes, obtain licenses, and provide invoices, packing lists, origin and inspection certificates for Saudi customs.
We provide commercial invoices, packing lists, certificates of origin and inspection certificates for customs clearance in Saudi Arabia.
Shipping Routes from China to Iraq and the Gulf
- Shipping from China to Iraq — from our warehouses in Guangzhou and Yiwu to Umm Qasr Port, then by truck to all Iraqi governorates.
- Shipping from China to Saudi Arabia — FCL, LCL, project cargo and EOR services, with all documents required for clearance in the Kingdom.
- Shipping from the UAE to Iraq — from Jebel Ali, Hamriyah and Sharjah ports through our Dubai branch.
- Shipping from India to Iraq and the Gulf — from Mumbai, Mundra and Nhava Sheva ports through our Mumbai warehouse.
Why Traders Choose AKQ to Ship Their Goods from China
- Baghdad-based company — a team that understands the Iraqi market and local procedures.
- Branches in China and the UAE — we track your shipment from origin to arrival.
- Container booking confirmed within 15 minutes of your request.
- Regular reports on your goods in our warehouses until consolidation is complete.
- Solutions for traders without an import license through our EOR/IOR service.
- Members of the global freight networks Freightnet, WLA and GLA.
FAQ – Shipping from China to Iraq and Saudi Arabia
1Can I import from China without an import license?
Yes. Through our importer of record service we import under our company's name and obtain all documents required for customs clearance.
2What is the difference between FCL and LCL shipping?
With a full container load (FCL), the container carries your goods only. Less than container load (LCL) is for cargo smaller than one container, shipped together with other consignments.
3Do you consolidate goods from more than one supplier?
Yes. We receive them at our warehouses in Guangzhou and Yiwu, send you a report when each batch arrives, then ship everything as one consolidated shipment.
4What documents are required for customs clearance at Umm Qasr Port?
A commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, and legalization of the invoice and certificate of origin by the Iraqi embassy. If you import under our company's name, we handle all of this.
5Do you ship heavy equipment and vehicles?
Yes. Through breakbulk vessels, RoRo ships and special containers such as Open Top and Flat Rack.
Ready to ship your goods from China? Contact us now on WhatsApp at +964 782 990 1196, or send us your shipment details and get a custom quote.