Importing from China? LY2N handles the sea transport of your goods from all major Chinese ports to Casablanca or Tanger Med, including customs clearance and delivery to your premises. Full container, groupage or out-of-gauge cargo: you deal with a single contact, based in Casablanca, from the factory to final delivery.

Our sea freight solutions from China

• Full container load (FCL) : 20' Dry, 40' Dry, 40' High Cube. The most cost-effective option once your volume exceeds about 15 cubic metres.
• Groupage (LCL) : you only pay for the space your cargo takes up. Ideal for first orders, samples or small regular volumes.
• Refrigerated container (Reefer) : for temperature-controlled goods.
• Out-of-gauge and heavy cargo : Flat Rack, Open Top, RoRo (vehicles, machinery) and breakbulk for machines, industrial equipment and oversized parts.

Ports of loading and discharge

China (loading)	Morocco (discharge)
Shanghai, Ningbo	Casablanca
Shenzhen (Yantian, Shekou), Guangzhou (Nansha)	Tanger Med
Qingdao, Tianjin (Xingang), Xiamen	Agadir (depending on service)

Are your suppliers located inland? We also arrange pick-up at the factory and transport to the port of loading (EXW Incoterm).

Indicative transit times

Since the start of the Middle East crisis, shipping lines have been avoiding the Suez Canal: vessels from Asia sail around Africa via the Cape of Good Hope, with transhipment in Tanger Med or Algeciras. Transit times have therefore increased significantly.

Route	Indicative port-to-port transit time
Shanghai / Ningbo → Casablanca	46 to 55 days
Shenzhen → Casablanca	50 to 55 days
Tianjin → Casablanca	50 to 55 days
Xiamen → Casablanca	up to 65–70 days
Ningbo → Tanger Med (direct service)	about 40 days

Transit times observed in 2026 in our partners' offers in China, excluding customs clearance. They vary by shipping line, port calls and transhipments: we give you a precise transit time with every quote.

How your import works with LY2N

1. Quote : tell us the port or city of departure and the type and volume of your goods. You receive a detailed offer within one business day.
2. Booking : we book space with the shipping line and coordinate pick-up with your supplier.
3. Loading and departure : container stuffing, export formalities in China, issuance of the bill of lading (B/L).
4. Tracking : we track your container throughout the voyage and keep you informed of the estimated arrival date.
5. Customs clearance in Morocco : preparation and filing of the customs declaration, handling of any inspections.
6. Delivery : collection at the port and delivery to your warehouse or site, anywhere in Morocco.

Required documents

• Commercial invoice
• Packing list
• Bill of lading (B/L)
• Certificate of origin
• Import commitment (bank domiciliation, filed via PortNet)
• Depending on the goods: certificates of conformity or specific authorisations (for example for industrial or food products)

Not sure which documents to ask your supplier for? We send you the exact list with your quote.

Customs clearance in Casablanca and Tanger Med

Customs clearance is often the step where the most time is lost. LY2N prepares your file in advance, even before the vessel arrives, to limit port dwell time and storage costs. Duties and taxes (import duty, VAT) are calculated on the CIF value of the goods; we give you an estimate before shipment.

Which Incoterm should you agree with your Chinese supplier?

• FOB (the most common): your supplier delivers the goods on board at the Chinese port; LY2N handles the sea freight, insurance and arrival in Morocco. You keep control of the transport and its cost.
• EXW : you take over the goods directly at the factory. We handle pick-up, export and transport.
• CFR / CIF : the supplier arranges the sea freight. Watch out for charges billed on arrival, often higher than expected: ask us for advice before confirming your order.

Why choose LY2N for your imports from China

• A single point of contact in Casablanca, from your Chinese supplier to your door.
• A network of partners in the main Asian ports and more than 160 destinations served.
• Integrated customs clearance, with no extra intermediary.
• All types of cargo : standard, bulky, sensitive or out-of-gauge.
• A fast response : quote within one business day.

Frequently asked questions

How long does a container take from China to Morocco?

Currently allow 50 to 55 days port to port between China and Casablanca, as vessels sail around Africa instead of using the Suez Canal. Add a few days for customs clearance and final delivery.

Is a full container or groupage better?

Groupage (LCL) is worthwhile for small volumes, as you only pay for the space used. Above about 15 cubic metres, a full container (FCL) is generally cheaper and faster.

How much does sea freight from China to Morocco cost?

The price depends on the port of loading, the container type, the season and the shipping lines' surcharges, which change every month. Request a quote: you receive a detailed price within one business day.

Can you collect the goods directly from my supplier?

Yes. We arrange factory pick-up, export formalities in China and transport to the port of loading.

Do you handle customs clearance in Morocco?

Yes. LY2N handles customs formalities in Casablanca and Tanger Med, as well as delivery to your premises.

Do you ship out-of-gauge cargo?

Yes: machinery, construction equipment, tanks and industrial equipment, by Flat Rack, Open Top, RoRo or breakbulk.