Service · UK to Ghana
Door to door shipping from the UK to Ghana
Collection from your UK address to delivery at your Ghana door. Export documentation, sea or air freight, ICUMS customs clearance and last-mile delivery — one contact, one invoice, 15+ years on this corridor.
15+
Years UK–Ghana
5
Steps, one contact
0
Deadlines missed
3–5 days
Air freight transit
How door to door shipping works
Every step managed by Ellcworth Express from your UK postcode to your Ghana address.
Collection from your UK address
We collect from your home, business, or supplier anywhere in the UK. If your cargo is coming from multiple suppliers, we consolidate at our Grays, Essex depot before export. Alternatively you can deliver directly to the depot or a UK port.
Export documentation
We prepare all UK export paperwork — HMRC export declaration, commercial invoice review, packing list, EORI verification, and any certificates of origin. For vehicles, we handle the V5C, DVLA export notification, and port booking. Nothing leaves the UK without the correct paperwork in place.
Sea or air freight to Ghana
We book and manage the freight leg. Container shipping (FCL or LCL) to Tema Port takes 15–21 days from UK ports. Air freight to Accra International Airport (ACC) takes 3–5 days. RoRo vehicle shipping to Tema takes 14–18 days. We confirm vessel or flight details and provide tracking updates throughout.
ICUMS customs clearance at Tema or Accra
Our in-country agents handle the full ICUMS pre-arrival declaration, customs examination, duty assessment, and gate pass. Ghana Customs Service duty is paid through the GRA e-payment portal. You receive confirmation when your shipment is cleared and ready for release — typically 3–5 working days after vessel berthing.
Last-mile delivery in Ghana
Once cleared, our Accra-based partners arrange delivery to your nominated Ghana address — home, business, warehouse, or campus. We confirm delivery with photographic evidence and a signed delivery note. You do not need to be present at the port at any stage.
Door to door rates — UK to Ghana
Freight rates shown. Export documentation, customs clearance, and last-mile delivery quoted additionally at the enquiry stage.
| Mode | From | Transit | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| FCL 20ft container | From £1,500 | 15–21 days | Commercial stock, household effects, retail goods |
| FCL 40ft container | From £2,500 | 15–21 days | Large volume cargo, machinery, furniture |
| LCL groupage | Quoted per CBM | 18–25 days | Smaller loads, shared container space |
| RoRo vehicle shipping | From £750 | 14–18 days | Cars, vans, SUVs, trucks, plant |
| Air freight | Quoted per kg | 3–5 days | Urgent cargo, documents, high-value goods |
All rates from UK ports or depot. Confirmed at booking. Rates reviewed regularly.
Frequently asked questions
What does door to door shipping from the UK to Ghana include?
Our door to door service covers: collection from your UK address, export documentation and HMRC customs declaration, sea or air freight to Ghana, ICUMS pre-arrival declaration, Ghana Customs Service clearance at Tema Port or Accra Airport, and last-mile delivery to your Ghana address. Everything is coordinated through one point of contact at Ellcworth Express.
How long does door to door shipping from the UK to Ghana take?
By sea, the total door to door transit is typically 21–30 days — 15–21 days ocean freight plus 3–5 working days for ICUMS customs clearance and last-mile delivery. By air, total door to door is typically 5–8 days including Accra customs clearance and delivery.
How much does door to door shipping to Ghana cost?
Door to door costs depend on the freight mode and cargo volume. A 20ft FCL container starts from £1,500 for the sea freight leg, with export documentation, ICUMS clearance, and last-mile delivery quoted additionally. Air freight is quoted per kg. We provide a full landed cost breakdown at the quoting stage — no hidden charges.
Do I need to go to the port in Ghana to collect my shipment?
No. Our Accra-based agents manage the full port clearance process on your behalf. Your cargo is delivered directly to your Ghana address once cleared. You receive photographic confirmation of delivery.
Can you collect from multiple UK addresses or suppliers?
Yes. We can collect from multiple UK addresses and consolidate at our Grays, Essex depot before export. This is useful when buying from several UK suppliers who will ship directly to us on your behalf.
Do you offer door to door shipping to other West African countries?
Yes. We offer door to door shipping from the UK to Nigeria (Apapa Port, Lagos), Kenya (Mombasa), Sierra Leone (Freetown), Côte d'Ivoire (Abidjan), and Benin (Cotonou). Contact us for a quote on any of these destinations.
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