Baggage Shipping
to South Africa

Sending your baggage to South Africa is a great idea. Whether you’re moving for work, studying or taking a gap year, sending your luggage ahead saves you time, money and stress. Anglo Pacific have extensive experience shipping to South Africa and can take care of everything from customs to logistics.

Why Ship Your Baggage to South Africa with Anglo Pacific?

South Africa is a beautiful country with diverse landscapes, from mountains to savannah. However, this makes logistics and customs more complicated. Knowing how to pack and ship your luggage or boxes effectively is important to avoid delays and extra costs. Here are a few reasons why you should consider shipping your baggage to South Africa:

• Avoid Excess Luggage Fees: Airlines charge hefty penalties for excess or oversized luggage. Sending your bags ahead can save you a small fortune.
• Travel Hands-Free: If you’re moving to South Africa for an extended period, sending your belongings ahead means you can travel freely without heavy luggage.
• Customs Compliance: South Africa has strict customs regulations regarding personal effects, food and plants. An experienced baggage shipping company knows exactly what to expect and can pack your items accordingly to ensure a smooth clearance.

We’ve been shipping thousands of consignments to South Africa for years and have the local knowledge and expertise to ensure your luggage and boxes arrive safely and on-time.

We’ll take care of everything, so you can relax knowing your baggage will be waiting for you when and where you need it.

Avoid Airport Chaos and Excess Luggage Fees

Sending your luggage to South Africa is often cheaper and less stressful than paying for excess luggage at the airport. Excess baggage fees can add up quickly, especially for oversized or multiple items. Here’s why shipping your baggage is a good idea:

• Honest Pricing: Airlines charge by weight, but we charge by size, so you know exactly how much you’ll pay.
• Avoid Airport Madness: OR Tambo in Johannesburg and Cape Town International Airport can be overwhelming, especially with oversized luggage. Shipping your baggage means you can skip the baggage claim and long queues.
• Timely Delivery: Whether you’re moving to the city centre of Johannesburg or the countryside, we’ll deliver your items exactly where you need them.

Luggage Shipping Options

We offer air and sea freight for shipping your luggage and boxes to South Africa. Your choice will depend on your deadline and budget.

• Sea Freight: This is our most cost-effective option for larger shipments or non-urgent deliveries. Shipping by sea takes approximately 6-8 weeks, making it perfect for those with a lot of luggage or household effects who aren’t in a hurry. This option is often best for bulk shipments or when cost is a major factor.
• Air Freight: If you need your items in a hurry, air freight is the way to go. Air freight is much quicker, taking approximately 5-7 days. This option is perfect for smaller, urgent shipments. Whether you need your personal luggage or essential items delivered quickly, air freight is the fastest way to get your belongings.

Full-Service Baggage Shipping

We offer a full-service baggage shipping solution to ensure everything runs smoothly from collection to delivery:

• Packing Materials: We’ll provide you with all the packing materials you’ll need, including sturdy boxes, bubble wrap and protective padding.
• Door-to-Door Service: We’ll collect your luggage or boxes from your UK address and deliver them directly to your door in South Africa. Whether you’re moving to the city centre of Cape Town or the countryside, we’ll get your shipment to you safely.
• Customs Handling: South Africa has strict customs regulations for importing goods and failing to meet them can result in delays and additional costs. We’ll handle all necessary customs paperwork for you and pack your items accordingly to ensure a smooth clearance.

How Long Does Baggage Shipping Take?

The time it takes for your luggage and boxes to arrive in South Africa depends on the shipping method you choose:

• Air Freight: Air freight is the quickest option and most shipments take approximately 5-7 days to arrive in South Africa, depending on the destination and flight schedules.
• Sea Freight: Shipping by sea takes much longer, approximately 6-8 weeks, due to the longer transit time and customs clearance. However, it is often cheaper and perfect for larger or less urgent shipments.

If you need your belongings in a hurry, air freight is the way to go. If you’re not in a rush and have a lot of luggage, sea freight is a more cost-effective option.

Shipping Boxes to South Africa

Our box shipping service is perfect for larger or fragile items. Whether you have a lot of books, kitchenware or delicate items, our sturdy boxes and packing materials ensure your items arrive safely.

Our box shipping service is ideal for larger or bulkier items. Whether you have a lot of books, kitchenware or fragile items, our sturdy boxes and packing materials ensure your items arrive safely.

Here are a few reasons why shipping boxes to South Africa is a good idea:

• Double-Walled Boxes: We use strong, double-walled boxes that are durable enough to withstand transit.
• Proper Packing: We cushion fragile items with bubble wrap or foam to protect them during shipping. We also pack boxes tightly to prevent items from shifting during transit.
• Labelled Boxes: We’ll work with you to label each box clearly with your contact details and destination address to avoid any delivery issues.

Shipping boxes to South Africa is a great idea if you have a few items to send or an entire household’s worth of belongings. Whether you need your items quickly or not, we’ll get your shipment to you safely and securely.

The Verdict

Baggage shipping to South Africa is a great idea if you want to send your belongings ahead of you or bring them along when you travel. Whether you need your items in a hurry or have time to wait, we offer air and sea freight to get your luggage and boxes to you when and where you need it.

Our full-service baggage shipping solution includes packing materials, customs handling and more to ensure a hassle-free experience. With our help, you can avoid excess baggage fees and airport madness while ensuring your items arrive safely and on-time.

Are you ready to ship your baggage to South Africa? Get in touch with us today for a personalised quote and let us take care of the logistics while you focus on your move or travel.