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Shipping to French Guiana

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UK to French Guiana freight

Freight to French Guiana by sea and air

French Guiana is a French overseas region on the north-east coast of South America, home to the European space centre at Kourou. Qube Cargo ships to Cayenne, Kourou, Saint-Laurent-du-Maroni and across French Guiana by sea and air, with container services into Dégrad des Cannes.

For urgent cargo, we arrange air freight into Cayenne. We handle UK export documents and work with local agents on French customs and dock dues.

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Shipping to French Guiana


    French Guiana at a glance

    Main seaportsDégrad des Cannes
    Cargo airportsCayenne Félix Eboué
    Sea transit15–22 days
    Air transit1–3 days
    Import taxNo VAT; dock dues apply
    Duty0% on UK-origin goods with a statement on origin

    Watch out for: French Guiana is part of France but outside the EU VAT area. There is no VAT, but goods need full customs entries and pay dock dues (octroi de mer).

    French Guiana Freight Forwarders

    At Qube Cargo, we can help you with all your freight forwarding to and from French Guiana. Many people use our cost-effective freight services to French Guiana to take advantage of our years of experience and unrivalled local knowledge.

    We have a huge global network, and you can trust us to get your delivery where it needs to go quickly and safely.

    We offer a completely bespoke service for individuals and businesses. Whatever you need to send to French Guiana, from a small parcel to a large item of machinery, we’ve got you covered by land, sea and air.

    Make Qube your logistics partner for all your deliveries to and from French Guiana.

    Container ship, freight lorry and cargo aircraft supporting international freight forwarding and UK import logistics

    Did you know...

    • The main seaport in French Guiana is the Port of Dégrad des Cannes, near Cayenne. It is the central hub for regional cargo and trade but is less extensive than major international ports, limiting cargo volume and variety.
    • Road transport in French Guiana is difficult due to the dense tropical forest and limited infrastructure. Travel between the coasts and the interior is often slow and expensive, frequently using waterways and small vehicles.
    • French Guiana’s Atlantic location promotes direct maritime links to Europe, especially France, enhancing trade relations as an overseas department.

    Trust Qube with Your French Guiana Freight

    Need to send something to French Guiana? Situated on South America’s north-eastern coast, French Guiana is an overseas department of France, characterised by unique contrasts, rich biodiversity, and cultural diversity. Despite its relatively small size, it boasts a diverse range of landscapes, from lush tropical rainforests to expansive wetlands and pristine coastlines.

    Culturally, French Guiana blends indigenous traditions, French colonial heritage, and modern influences. While its history is marked by colonial struggles, today it stands as an integral part of France, sharing its culture and values. Renowned for its ecological importance, the region hosts diverse flora and fauna, including iconic species like jaguars and sea turtles. The Kourou Space Centre, situated here, serves as a vital hub for European space exploration. French Guiana’s economic significance lies in its natural resources and strategic location, contributing to activities such as fishing, agriculture, and the space industry. This unique amalgamation of culture, ecology, and economic potential establishes French Guiana as a distinctive and influential presence in South America.

    We will carry out your haulage to French Guiana or back to the UK quickly and securely. We will provide guidance

    We Never Say No

    The thing you have to know about Qube is that we never say no. Our vast experience, years of knowledge and extensive skills means we can take on anything. We work closely with our network in French Guiana to ensure your item gets to its destination safely. Do you need a small package delivered by hand to a remote Guianan village? We can do that.

    We are always happy to take on the challenge. We think outside the Qube, so if you need more than the standard shipping providers can offer, you’re in the right place. Qube go above and beyond by offering an efficient, safe service, and our friendly team is always here to help.

    Shipping to French Guiana FAQs

    Typically 15–22 days port to port, usually via France. Air freight takes 1–3 days.

    No. VAT does not apply in French Guiana, but most goods pay dock dues (octroi de mer).

    French Guiana follows EU customs rules, so UK-origin goods are usually duty-free with a statement on origin.