Transit cargo transportation

Goods in transit what is?

According to the Commercial Law, these are goods permitted to be transported through the territory of Vietnam from one country to another within a specified period. This process includes activities such as transshipment, storage, splitting of shipments, and other forms of processing while the goods are in transit. These transit goods can be transported directly through the territory of Vietnam or temporarily stored at Vietnamese seaports or warehouses before being transported to another country.

Goods in transit in Vietnam

Many types of goods from different countries transit through Vietnam to reach major markets such as China, ASEAN countries, or further destinations. These are items that often transit through Vietnam:

Agricultural products and food

Fresh fruits and vegetables: Tropical fruits such as durian, mango, and dragon fruit from Thailand and Cambodia often transit through Vietnam to reach China.
Frozen food: Meat and seafood from countries such as Myanmar and Laos also often transit through Vietnam to reach the international market.

Seafood

Fish, shrimp, and frozen seafood from Southeast Asian countries such as Thailand and Indonesia often transit through Vietnam for export to China, Japan, and South Korea.

Wood and wood products

Raw timber and wood products from Laos and Cambodia often pass through Vietnam for export to China or other countries in the region.

Goods transiting through Laos and Vietnam will be strictly managed according to the customs regulations of both countries, ensuring safety during the transportation process.

Transit cargo transportation processing at HNT Logistics

For goods received at Thakhet, Laos

Goods enter Laos through the Thakhet border gate and are transported to the Vietnamese border.

Goods in transit through Vietnam: After entering at the Chalo border gate (located on the border between Laos and Vietnam), the goods will be transported by road to other border gates between Vietnam and China.

Export from Vietnam to China: The goods will continue their journey by road and be cleared at the border gates between Vietnam and China to be officially imported into the Chinese market.

Documents for transit procedures include

Independent Transport Declaration (OLA)
Letter of Authorization (LoA)
Detailed list of transit goods
List of imported goods
GPS Seal Minutes

GPS seal in transit cargo transportation

Regarding transit time

The maximum transit time through the territory of Vietnam is 30 days from the date of completion of customs procedures at the port of entry (except in cases where an extension is granted).

The transit time may also be extended in situations where goods are stored in Vietnam, damaged or lost, or when transport vehicles encounter problems during transit.

HNT Logistics plays an important role

Transit cargo transportation services are often used for international goods that need to be transported through many countries before reaching their final destination. Logistics providers like HNT Logistics will assist in managing customs procedures, monitoring transportation, and ensuring that goods arrive safely and on time.

Transit cargo transportation service at HNT

Hotline: 0949.393.300 (Mrs. Dao)

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