Shipping from the USA to Spain
Full containers (FCL), vehicles by RoRo and oversized cargo on flat rack or open top — from any US port to Valencia and Algeciras, port-to-port across the Atlantic. Licensed NVOCC registered with the FMC, on the transatlantic lane since 1994.
- Full 20' & 40' containers (FCL)
- RoRo for cars, trucks & machinery
- Flat rack & open top for oversized cargo
- Port-to-port: delivery to Valencia / Algeciras
Shipping from the USA to a Spanish port usually takes 2–6 weeks depending on the departure port — the ocean leg from the US East Coast to Algeciras or Valencia is roughly 10–18 days. We ship full 20' and 40' containers (FCL), vehicles by RoRo, and oversized loads on flat rack or open top from any US port to Valencia or Algeciras, as a licensed NVOCC registered with the FMC — handling export paperwork and ocean freight since 1994.
Why ship to Spain with Leśniewski Shipping
One partner for the whole move — from pickup in the USA to arrival at the Spanish port.
Valencia & Algeciras direct
Ocean freight from New York, Savannah, Houston or Los Angeles to Spain's main container and RoRo gateways.
FCL 20' & 40' containers
A sealed container for household moves, pallets and commercial cargo — the most economical way per m³.
Vehicles by RoRo
Cars, trucks, campers and machinery on wheels — driven on and off the vessel, safely secured.
Flat rack & open top
Boats, industrial machines and oversized loads with professional lashing and securing.
Licensed NVOCC · FMC
An official ocean carrier registered with the U.S. Federal Maritime Commission — no middlemen.
Port-to-port & paperwork
Pickup anywhere in the USA, export documents (B/L, ISF, AES) and delivery to the Spanish port of arrival.
How shipping to Spain works
We run the whole process on your behalf — from booking vessel space to arrival at the Spanish port.
- 1
Quote and booking
Tell us the US departure point, the destination port in Spain and the cargo. Quote within 24h, then we book vessel space.
- 2
Pickup and loading
We collect the cargo or receive it at the US port — packed, lashed and secured to ocean-export standards.
- 3
Ocean transit and documents
The vessel sails for Valencia or Algeciras while we prepare the B/L, ISF/AES filings and customs paperwork.
- 4
Arrival at the Spanish port
The cargo arrives at Valencia or Algeciras and is released for collection at the port after import clearance.
Transit times and shipping solutions
Approximate transit times by US departure port, and how FCL, RoRo and flat rack compare. Exact schedule and price are confirmed with your quote.
Transit time by route (approximate)
| Route | Ocean transit | Total to Spanish port |
|---|---|---|
| New York / New Jersey → Algeciras | ~10–16 days | 2–4 weeks |
| New York / New Jersey → Valencia | ~12–18 days | 2–4 weeks |
| Savannah → Valencia / Algeciras | ~14–20 days | 3–5 weeks |
| Houston → Valencia / Algeciras | ~20–28 days | 4–6 weeks |
| Los Angeles → Valencia | ~28–35 days | 5–7 weeks |
Which solution fits your cargo
| Solution | Best for | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| FCL container 20' / 40' | Household moves, pallets, commercial cargo | Sealed container — most economical per m³ |
| RoRo | Running cars, trucks, campers, machinery on wheels | Drive-on / drive-off at the port |
| Flat rack / open top | Boats, industrial machines, oversized loads | Professional lashing and securing included |
Times are indicative and depend on the port, carrier schedule and customs. Contact us for an exact quote.
Frequently asked questions
Valencia is Spain's main container gateway on the Mediterranean; Algeciras, at the Strait of Gibraltar, is one of Europe's largest hubs and serves southern Spain. You collect your cargo directly at the port after clearance.
The ocean leg from the US East Coast to Algeciras or Valencia is roughly 10–18 days. From US pickup to arrival at the Spanish port it's usually 2–6 weeks, depending on the departure port.
FCL (a sealed 20' or 40' container) for household moves, pallets and general cargo. RoRo for running vehicles and machinery on wheels. Flat rack or open top for oversized loads like boats and industrial machinery. We'll advise once we know your cargo.
Yes — by RoRo or secured inside a container. As a non-EU import, Spanish customs duty (10% for cars) and VAT (21% IVA) apply on arrival; we prepare the export paperwork and guide you through clearance.
Pricing depends on the equipment (20'/40' FCL, RoRo or flat rack), the US departure port and the season. Thanks to direct carrier contracts we quote fixed rates with no middleman margin — you get a tailored quote within 24 hours.
Yes. Bill of Lading, ISF and AES/EEI filings on the US side, plus customs handling on arrival in Spain.
We ship port-to-port: pickup anywhere in the USA and delivery to the port of Valencia or Algeciras, where you (or your customs broker) collect the cargo after clearance.
Get a quote for shipping to Spain
Tell us what you're shipping and which Spanish port it's going to — Valencia or Algeciras. We'll come back with a tailored quote within 24 hours.
- We answer within one business hour during office hours.
- English- and Polish-speaking support from both sides of the Atlantic.
- No commitment — the quote is free.
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