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Greece's position at the crossroads of Europe and the Mediterranean creates a wide range of transport options for businesses and individuals moving goods internationally. Yes2Ship provides Greece shipping by road, air, sea, and courier, alongside customs clearance services for commercial goods, personal belongings, vehicles, and specialist cargo.
For businesses arranging shipping to Greece from UK locations, road freight provides groupage, part-load, dedicated vehicle, and full-load options to Athens, Thessaloniki and destinations across mainland Greece. Sea freight offers additional flexibility for containerised goods and shipments destined for the Greek islands, while air freight provides a faster alternative for urgent cargo.
Our UK to Greece shipping services can accommodate anything from individual pallets and machinery to retail products and regular commercial loads. Customers requiring larger or more complex freight to Greece can use one logistics team to coordinate UK collection, export documentation, customs formalities, international transport, and onward delivery.
Services also operate in the opposite direction, providing shipping from Greece to UK alongside UK import customs clearance where required. Greece's major ports and airports also allow our network to support international movements where cargo Greece bound forms part of a wider global supply chain.
Whether you're moving an occasional consignment or managing regular Greece shipping, our team can compare road, air, and sea options according to the size, urgency, destination, and nature of your goods. Yes2Ship provides professionally managed shipping to Greece built around the requirements of each movement.
Road Freight Shipping to and from Greece - Fast & Affordable
Yes2Ship offers reliable and efficient road freight services for commercial imports and exports to and from Greece. We cover key cities such as Athens, Thessaloniki, and Patras, managing a variety of cargo, from palletized goods to oversized freight. With flexible Full Truckload (FTL) and Less than Truckload (LTL) options, our services are tailored to meet the needs of businesses of all sizes. We also provide customs clearance support for goods entering or leaving the UK, ensuring a smooth and efficient cross-border process. For competitive road freight rates and professional logistics solutions between the UK and Greece, contact Yes2Ship today.
Yes2Ship offers reliable road/trucking freight services across Europe, including the European Union (EU), Schengen Area and the European Community. We ensure fast, secure transport for goods throughout Eastern, Western, Central and Southern Europe, and beyond, connecting key logistics hubs with efficiency and care.
Sea Freight Shipping to and from Greece - Import & Export
With an extensive coastline and numerous commercial ports, Greece is particularly well suited to maritime transport. Yes2Ship provides Greece shipping through major gateways including Piraeus, Thessaloniki, and Heraklion, with Full Container Load (FCL) and Less than Container Load (LCL) services available for businesses moving commercial goods.
For companies arranging shipping to Greece from UK locations, our sea freight team can coordinate UK collection, export documentation, customs formalities, carrier bookings, and port handling. FCL provides dedicated container capacity for larger volumes, while LCL allows smaller consignments to share container space, providing flexibility according to the amount of cargo being moved.
Established carrier networks including Maersk, MSC, and CMA CGM provide connections into Greece and the wider Mediterranean. Our UK to Greece shipping services can also incorporate onward transport from Greek ports to Athens, Thessaloniki, Patras, and other destinations, allowing the maritime and inland stages to be managed together.
Sea freight is particularly suitable for machinery, manufactured products, retail stock, raw materials, and other substantial freight to Greece where the speed of air transport is unnecessary. For cargo Greece bound from other international origins, our team can also coordinate container movements through Greece's established maritime gateways.
Services operate in the opposite direction for businesses requiring shipping from Greece to UK, with UK customs clearance and Amazon FBA support available where required. From occasional LCL consignments to regular container movements, our Greece shipping network provides professionally managed shipping to Greece for businesses trading internationally.
Comprehensive Air Freight Services for Greece - Fast Global Shipping
When commercial goods need to reach Greece quickly, air freight provides a faster alternative to road and sea transport. Yes2Ship provides Greece shipping through major gateways including Athens International Airport and Thessaloniki Airport, supporting urgent spare parts, engineering components, medical products, samples, high-value goods, and other time-sensitive cargo.
Businesses arranging shipping to Greece from UK locations can use our air freight team to coordinate UK collection, cargo screening, airline bookings, export documentation, customs formalities, and airport handling. Each movement can be planned according to the weight, dimensions, urgency, and individual handling requirements of the goods.
Our UK to Greece shipping network provides connections into Athens and Thessaloniki, with onward transport available to destinations throughout mainland Greece and the Greek islands where required. Air freight is particularly useful when production components, replacement parts, or other priority goods cannot accommodate the longer transit times associated with conventional European transport.
For heavier or less urgent freight to Greece, road or sea transport may provide a more economical alternative. This allows businesses to separate priority goods from larger shipments and select different transport methods according to the urgency of each consignment.
Air services also operate for shipping from Greece to UK, with UK import customs clearance and the handling of applicable VAT and duties available where required. From individual priority shipments to regular cargo Greece movements, our Greece shipping team provides professionally managed shipping to Greece when speed matters.
Fast and Secure Courier Services to Greece - Connecting Your Shipments Globally
For smaller consignments that need a simple international delivery service, Yes2Ship provides tracked door-to-door Greece shipping through our courier service with DHL. Documents, parcels, product samples, spare parts, gifts, and smaller commercial shipments can be collected throughout the UK and transported directly to destinations across Greece.
Customers arranging shipping to Greece from UK locations can send goods to Athens, Thessaloniki, Patras, Heraklion, and other areas, with comprehensive tracking providing visibility throughout the journey. The appropriate courier service can be selected according to the parcel's dimensions, weight, contents, value, and required delivery time.
Our UK to Greece shipping options are particularly useful for businesses sending samples, documents, replacement components, and smaller orders that do not justify a traditional freight movement. Where consignments become larger or heavier, customers can move to our road, air, or sea freight to Greece services without needing to find another logistics provider.
Courier collections can also be arranged for shipping from Greece to UK, providing businesses and individuals with a convenient service in both directions. For cargo Greece bound that exceeds conventional parcel limits, our wider freight network provides alternative transport options according to the size and urgency of the shipment.
Whether you're sending a single parcel or managing regular deliveries, our Greece shipping services provide straightforward, trackable, and professionally managed shipping to Greece.
Hassle-Free UK Customs Clearance Solutions for Greece
For UK companies managing imports from or exports to Greece, Yes2Ship is your trusted customs broker. With offices in Heathrow, Aberdeen, Southend, and Manchester, we provide nationwide coverage. We handle customs clearance at major UK ports and airports, including Heathrow, Gatwick, Manchester, Southampton, Felixstowe, Dover, and more.
Our competitive pricing includes 3 HS code headings as standard (excluding VAT and duties agency fee), ensuring a cost-effective solution. We also offer delivery services to streamline your logistics. Yes2Ship manages VAT and duties for imports and handles all export documentation from any UK port or airport for shipments to Greece. Simplify your trade processes with Yes2Ship, ensuring efficient customs management within the UK.
For countries in Europe (including Turkey), European Union (EU), Schengen Area and the European Community (the Continent) we also offer T1 services.
Secure Personal Effects & Excess Baggage Shipping by Sea, Air and Road for Greece - Import & Export
Relocating between the UK and Greece can involve anything from several suitcases and boxes to furniture and the contents of an entire home. Yes2Ship provides personal effects shipping to Greece for families, professionals, students, retirees, and individuals moving overseas, with transport available to Athens, Thessaloniki, Patras, Heraklion, Larissa, and destinations throughout mainland Greece and the Greek islands.
Road transport is particularly well suited to many household moves between the UK and mainland Greece. Furniture, appliances, bicycles, packed boxes, and other personal possessions can travel using shared-load or dedicated vehicle services according to the size of the relocation. For anyone shipping furniture to Greece, this provides considerably more flexibility than relying on conventional parcel or excess baggage services.
Greece's extensive maritime network makes sea freight particularly useful for substantial household moves and destinations on the Greek islands. Full Container Load (FCL) and Less than Container Load (LCL) services can be arranged through ports such as Piraeus and Thessaloniki. For larger personal freight to Greece, customers can choose between shared container space and a dedicated container according to the size of their relocation.
Air freight can be used when certain belongings are needed soon after arrival. Suitcases, clothing, packed boxes, and other essential items can travel through Athens or Thessaloniki while furniture and bulkier possessions follow separately by road or sea. This provides a faster option for selected cargo Greece bound without having to move the entire household by air.
Airline baggage allowances can quickly become restrictive when moving overseas. Additional suitcases, boxes, clothing, sports equipment, and other personal possessions can be transported separately, allowing you to travel without trying to take everything on your flight.
Packing materials are available to help protect belongings throughout the journey, while our team can recommend road, air, or sea transport according to the volume, destination, timescale, and budget. For customers moving in the opposite direction, we also provide shipping from Greece to UK, including UK customs clearance support where required.
Where applicable, guidance can also be provided on the UK's Transfer of Residence (ToR) process for personal belongings entering the UK. From additional baggage to a complete household relocation, our Greece shipping services provide flexible and professionally managed shipping to Greece.
Trusted Vehicle Shipping Solutions to and from Greece - Import & Export
Transporting a vehicle between the UK and Greece requires the right combination of road, ferry, and sea services according to the vehicle and final destination. Yes2Ship provides specialist Greece shipping for private owners, dealerships, collectors, and businesses moving cars, motorcycles, vans, classic cars, prestige vehicles, and commercial vehicles.
For customers arranging shipping to Greece from UK locations, vehicles can travel using road transport with the necessary ferry connections or by dedicated maritime services. Our UK to Greece shipping solutions can be selected according to the vehicle's size, value, condition, destination, and required timescale, including specialist arrangements for classic, prestige, high-value, and non-running vehicles.
Container and Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) services provide additional options for vehicle freight to Greece, with movements available through suitable ports such as Piraeus, Thessaloniki, and Patras. Container transport can provide additional protection for certain vehicles, while RoRo offers a practical alternative for suitable operational vehicles.
Our wider network can also accommodate commercial vehicles, motorcycles, and specialist cargo Greece bound, with our team coordinating UK collection, export documentation, customs formalities, carrier bookings, and international transport according to the individual movement.
For customers requiring shipping from Greece to UK, Yes2Ship can coordinate the vehicle movement alongside UK customs clearance and NOVA application assistance where required. From a single motorcycle or family car to specialist and commercial vehicles, our Greece shipping team provides professionally managed shipping to Greece.
Hazardous materials require specialist preparation before they can enter an international transport network. Yes2Ship provides dangerous goods Greece shipping for lithium batteries, chemicals, paints, aerosols, engineering products, and other regulated materials, with road, air, and sea solutions selected according to the classification and requirements of each consignment.
For businesses arranging shipping to Greece from UK locations, our dangerous goods team can review the UN number, hazard class, packing group, quantity, and packaging requirements before transport is booked. ADR road freight can be combined with appropriate ferry connections, providing a practical UK to Greece shipping solution for many regulated commodities.
IATA-regulated air freight is available for suitable urgent dangerous goods, while IMDG sea freight can accommodate larger and containerised freight to Greece. Our services can include support with dangerous goods documentation, marking, labelling, and compliant packaging, including UN-approved packaging where required.
Every hazardous consignment is different, and carrier acceptance can vary according to the product, quantity, packaging, and route. Our team therefore assesses each movement individually before recommending the most appropriate method for cargo Greece bound, whether the requirement involves an individual package, pallets, or a larger commercial shipment.
Dangerous goods services are also available for shipping from Greece to UK, including UK customs clearance support where required. From specialist chemicals to lithium batteries and regulated industrial products, our Greece shipping team provides safe, compliant, and professionally managed shipping to Greece.
Commonly Required Documents for Import Into Greece
The 'Commonly Required Documents for Import' section is a guideline only and not legal advice. We are not responsible for any errors, omissions, or changes to regulations.
Core Shipping & Transport Documents:
Bill of Lading or Airway Bill: Proof of shipment, either by sea or air, providing details of the goods and carrier.
Unique Consignment Reference (UCR) Number: A unique tracking number required for all shipments to track the consignment through customs.
Customs & Clearance Documents:
Commercial Invoice: This document provides the value and description of the goods and is required for calculating duties and taxes.
Packing List: Details the contents, packaging, and weight of the shipment.
Import Declaration Form (Single Administrative Document - SAD): Required by Greek Customs and must be submitted prior to the arrival of goods.
Certificate of Conformity (CoC): Needed for regulated products like electrical items, machinery, textiles, and others to ensure they meet Greek or international standards.
Customs Classification and Valuation Report (CCVR): Confirms the tariff classification and the value of goods for duties.
Tax, Financial, and Regulatory Compliance:
Greek VAT Number (Î'ÏιθμÏÏ Î¦Î Î'): Required for processing customs declarations and paying duties.
Import Duty and VAT Receipts: Proof of payment of duties and VAT, required for customs clearance.
Inspection and Certification Documents:
Health/Phytosanitary Certificates: Required for imports of food, plants, or animal products to ensure they meet Greek and EU health standards.
Pre-Arrival Assessment Report (PAAR): Needed for high-value or controlled goods before their arrival.
Hellenic Organization for Standardization (ELOT) Certification: Ensures that products meet Greek national standards for safety and quality, particularly for regulated goods such as electronics, machinery, and building materials. ELOT oversees the conformity assessment process in Greece.
The "Frequently Asked Questions" section is a guideline only and not legal advice. We are not responsible for any errors, omissions, or changes to regulations.
What are the best shipping methods for shipping to/from Greece?
At Yes2Ship, we offer dependable shipping solutions to and from Greece using air freight and sea freight services. Air freight is ideal for urgent, time-sensitive shipments requiring quick delivery, while sea freight is the more cost-effective solution for larger consignments such as personal effects or household goods. Our door-to-port services ensure that your goods are securely transported from the UK to the port in Greece, making the shipping process smooth and efficient for personal and business needs.
What are the typical transit times for shipping to/from Greece?
Transit times for shipments to and from Greece depend on the selected shipping method. Air freight typically takes 2-4 business days, making it the fastest option for urgent shipments. Sea freight is more economical but takes longer, with transit times averaging 1-2 weeks, depending on shipping routes and port schedules. Yes2Ship provides regular updates throughout the shipping process, ensuring that you stay informed of your shipment’s progress.
How much does it cost to ship to/from Greece?
Shipping costs to and from Greece are determined by factors such as the size, weight, and method of transportation. Air freight costs are calculated based on the weight and volume of the goods, while sea freight charges depend on container size, such as Full Container Load (FCL) or Less than Container Load (LCL). Yes2Ship offers competitive pricing with transparent quotes tailored to your specific shipping needs.
What are the customs regulations and import/export duties for Greece?
Customs regulations for shipping to and from Greece depend on the type of goods being transported. Yes2Ship assists with the necessary export documentation from the UK, such as packing lists, bills of lading, and airway bills. Customs clearance and any import/export duties at the destination port in Greece are the responsibility of the recipient, so it’s important to ensure that all required documents are for a smooth process.
Are there any prohibited or restricted items for shipping to/from Greece?
Greece has regulations on prohibited and restricted items for import and export. Prohibited goods include firearms, explosives, illegal substances, and products derived from endangered species. Restricted items, such as alcohol, tobacco, and luxury goods, may require special permits or additional documentation. Yes2Ship ensures compliance with UK export regulations, helping avoid delays and complications during the shipping process.
How do I ensure the safe and secure delivery of my shipment to/from Greece?
At Yes2Ship, we prioritize the safety and security of your shipment by providing high-quality packing materials and ensuring secure handling throughout the shipping process. Our door-to-port services guarantee that your goods are transported safely from the UK to the port in Greece. Regular updates on your shipment’s progress are provided, while customs clearance at the destination port is managed locally by the recipient.
At Yes2Ship we regularly service the following ports and airports in Greece
To/From: GBR - GRC
Port of Piraeus (GRPIR) - Port of Thessaloniki (GRTHS) - Port of Patras (GRPAT) - Port of Heraklion (GRHER) - Port of Rhodes (GRRHO) - Athens International Airport (ATH) - Thessaloniki Airport (SKG) - Chania International Airport (CHQ) - Santorini (Thira) International Airport (JTR)
Shipping to and from the UK and Greece is efficiently managed through major UK sea ports such as Felixstowe, Southampton, and London Gateway. For road freight, key UK ports such as Dover, which handles cargo arriving from Europe, facilitate the transportation of goods to and from Greece via road. Air freight services operate through major UK international airports, including Heathrow and Gatwick, ensuring reliable logistics for shipments to and from Greece.
For more detailed information on UK ports facilitating shipments to and from Greece, please visit our UK Ports Page.
Contact Yes2Ship Today For Greece-Bound Shipments
Trust Yes2Ship for your shipping needs to/from Greece. We specialize in Commercial Cargo, Personal Effects/Excess Baggage, Vehicles, and Hazardous Materials, ensuring a seamless shipping experience through our tailored solutions and extensive network. Yes2Ship is your reliable Freight Forwarder.
Reach us at 0208 754 9000 or admin@yes2ship.com for personalized services. Let us assist you in navigating the complexities of shipping to/from Greece.
All quotations are subject to the final weight and dimensions of your shipment. It is the responsibility of the customer to ensure that all packages are packed safely and securely for transport prior to collection. Packages must not contain prohibited items, dangerous/hazardous goods (unless specified), or valuable items. Our prices are regularly reviewed and are subject to change without prior notice.
All business is conducted in accordance with the Standard Trading Conditions of the British International Freight Association (BIFA) - Latest Edition, which are available upon request.
