DDP TO FRANCE
DDP Shipping from China to France
We clear at Le Havre or Charles de Gaulle and deliver DDP across France, with French VAT handled and EU distribution available.
WHY FRANCE
Shipping to France is where imports go wrong
DDP means we own the hard part. Here is what we handle before your goods move.
What importers to France run into
Most delays and extra costs on the China to France lane come from paperwork and compliance, not the freight itself. We front-load that work so the shipment does not stop at the border.
- French customs needs a SIRET and correct French VAT handling on import.
- Le Havre is the main sea gateway, and delays there ripple inland.
- Product compliance and labeling rules differ from Germany and the UK.
- A wrong declaration means storage fees at the port while it is fixed.
CLEARANCE
FR Customs Entry
Entry at Le Havre or CDG with correct codes.
VAT
French VAT Handled
Accounted for under DDP, no local registration.
DELIVERY
To Door EU
Port to your address, plus EU distribution.
TRANSIT TIME
How long DDP to France takes
Real door-to-door windows, duties included. Pick the lane that fits your stock and budget.
| Service | Transit | Best for | What is included |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Cargo DDP | 5-8 days | CDG, high value | Airport to door, customs included |
| Sea DDP | 30-38 days | FCL and LCL | Le Havre to door, all-in |
COVERAGE
Where we deliver in France
Port, airport, and inland drop points we serve on the DDP lane.
Le Havre
Main French sea port and clearance point.
Paris (CDG)
Air cargo gateway for express and high value.
Marseille
South France and Mediterranean distribution.
Lyon
Inland hub for national delivery.
PROCESS
From your supplier to your door
One team, one quote, one tracked shipment.
Pickup
Collect in China
We pick up from your factory or consolidate at our warehouse.
Export
Clear & load
Export docs filed, cargo inspected, then loaded for France.
Import
Clear France
We file the France entry and pay duty. No broker for you to chase.
Delivery
To your door
Final mile to your warehouse, office, or FBA center.
WHY US
Why book DDP to France with us
The price you accept is the price you pay, delivered.
One invoice
Freight, customs, and duty in a single quote. No separate broker or port fees later.
Local compliance
We file the France entry with the right codes and licenses, including route-specific rules.
Consolidation
Goods from many factories ship as one DDP load, cutting freight and handling.
FAQ
France DDP questions
Do I need a SIRET for French imports?
Under DDP we file using our own credentials, so you do not need a French SIRET to ship.
How is French VAT handled?
VAT is accounted for as part of the DDP process, so it is not a separate cash hit at the border.
What happens at Le Havre?
Goods clear at Le Havre, the main gateway, then move inland. Delays there are avoided by filing correctly up front.
How long does sea DDP to France take?
About 30-38 days to Le Havre, then delivery.
Can you deliver to other EU countries?
Yes. France is an EU entry point, and we handle onward delivery across the EU.
What documents do I provide?
PO and packing list. We handle the French entry and VAT.
Accountability you can check
Vetted carriers, correct customs paperwork, and documented checks at every handoff.
Vetted carriers
Screened per lane
Customs compliance
Filed correctly
Cargo insurance
Available on request
Documented process
Checks at each step
Get a France DDP quote
Send your origin city, destination, weight, and commodity. We return a door-to-door price.