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Pallet Delivery to Central and South America
Pallet2Ship arranges pallet delivery to and from every country in Central and South America by air and sea freight. Whether you are exporting goods from the UK to Latin America, importing into the UK from suppliers in the region, or moving machinery, automotive parts, and commercial goods across the region, our platform lets you compare services, see prices instantly, and book in minutes. Get started at pallet2ship.co.uk.
We work with DHL, FedEx, and UPS for air freight, and established ocean carriers for sea freight via LCL shared container and FCL full container services. Air freight to Latin America typically takes 3–7 working days. Sea freight typically takes 3–6 weeks depending on the port pair and routing.
While our country pages currently feature Argentina, Brazil, and Mexico as the largest and most popular routes from the UK, we deliver to every country in the region — including Chile, Colombia, Peru, Uruguay, Paraguay, Bolivia, Ecuador, Venezuela, Costa Rica, Panama, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, and all other Central and South American destinations.
If your destination is not shown on the country grid below, simply enter it in the quote tool or contact our team.
Air Freight to Central & South America
Air freight is the fastest option for shipments between the UK and Latin America. It offers transit times of 3–7 working days and is suitable for standard pallets, urgent shipments, and high-value goods.
Standard air freight through DHL handles pallets up to 160 cm in height. FedEx accepts pallets up to 178 cm on selected routes. Enter your exact dimensions in the quote tool and the system will show which carriers and services are available.
Air freight services include express air freight for the fastest transit and economy air freight for cost-sensitive shipments. See our Air Freight page for details.
Sea Freight to Central & South America
Sea freight is the most cost-effective option for heavy, bulky, or non-urgent shipments to and from Latin America.
LCL, or Less than Container Load, lets you share container space and pay only for the volume you use. FCL, or Full Container Load, gives you a dedicated 20ft, 40ft, or 40ft high cube container. FCL typically becomes more economical when your shipment exceeds approximately 13–15 CBM.
Delivery options include door-to-door, door-to-port, port-to-door, and port-to-port. Transit times typically range from 3–6 weeks depending on the port pair, shipping line, and routing. See our Sea Freight page and FCL & LCL page for details.
Final Delivery in Central & South America
Once freight arrives in the destination country, final delivery to the consignee’s address is handled through local carrier networks or dedicated transport depending on shipment size and destination. Deliveries can be to business or residential addresses.
Business deliveries are typically kerbside or loading bay. Residential deliveries are available but may have different access requirements depending on the carrier, location, and pallet size.
Transit times within the destination country can vary significantly depending on local infrastructure, distance from the port of entry, and customs clearance times. Major cities are usually faster than remote regions.
ISPM-15 Across Central & South America
ISPM-15 regulations apply across Central and South America. All wooden pallets, crates, and dunnage used for international freight must be heat-treated and carry the ISPM-15 stamp.
Non-compliant wood packaging may be rejected at the border, causing delays, additional costs, and potential destruction of the packaging at the shipper’s expense. Brazil and Argentina enforce ISPM-15 strictly. Plastic pallets do not require treatment.
See our ISPM-15 guide.
Customs & Documentation
All shipments between the UK and Central or South America require customs documentation. When you book through Pallet2Ship, our system generates the Commercial Invoice during the booking process. You will need commodity codes, also known as HS codes, for each product, EORI numbers, the relevant Incoterms, and Importer of Record details for the destination country.
Most Pallet2Ship exports to Latin America operate under DAP, Delivered at Place. The seller arranges delivery, and the receiver handles import customs clearance, duties, and taxes in the destination country.
- Brazil has one of the most complex import processes in Latin America. Importers must be registered with RADAR, the Brazilian customs system, and have a CNPJ, Brazilian tax ID. Documentation must be in Portuguese. Brazilian import duties and taxes are typically high, and customs inspections are common. Allow extra time for clearance.
- Argentina has strict import controls and documentation requirements. Currency controls can affect payment terms. The Argentine importer must be registered with AFIP, the Argentine customs and tax authority.
- Mexico has its own customs and import procedures separate from the USA and Canada. The Mexican importer must be registered as an Importador with the SAT, the Mexican tax authority, and have an RFC tax ID. NOM certification may apply to certain product categories such as electronics, textiles, and food. Documentation must be in Spanish.
- Documentation language: Brazil requires Portuguese on commercial documentation. Most other countries in the region require Spanish. Our team can advise on which documents need translation for your specific shipment.
For guidance on customs requirements, see our Export & Import guide, Commodity Codes guide, EORI guide, and Incoterms guide. If you need alternative terms such as CIF or DDP, contact our team. We can explain options but do not provide legal or tax advice.
Who Ships to Central & South America?
Manufacturers exporting industrial components and machinery, automotive suppliers shipping parts and accessories, mining and oil-and-gas equipment suppliers, e-commerce businesses expanding into Latin American markets, engineering firms sending equipment for installation or exhibition, agricultural and food technology companies, and businesses importing goods from Latin American suppliers — particularly from Mexico, Brazil, and Argentina — into the UK.
Countries We Deliver Pallets to and from Central & South America
Argentina
Brazil
Mexico
These three countries are the largest and most popular routes from the UK, which is why they have dedicated country pages. However, Pallet2Ship arranges freight services to every other country in the region — including Chile, Colombia, Peru, Uruguay, Paraguay, Bolivia, Ecuador, Venezuela, Costa Rica, Panama, Guatemala, El Salvador, Honduras, Nicaragua, Cuba, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Trinidad and Tobago, and all other Central American, South American, and Caribbean destinations.
Use the quote tool above for any destination. If it is not in the system, contact our team.
Frequently Asked Questions
about our Central & South American shipping services
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Transit Times & Services
Customs & Documentation
ISPM-15 & Packing
Prohibited & Restricted Items
Insurance & Protection
Booking & Practical Considerations
Why Businesses Use Pallet2Ship for Latin American Freight
- Instant online quotes — compare air and sea freight options and book in minutes
- Coverage for every country in Central and South America — not limited to popular routes
- DHL, FedEx, and UPS for air freight — established ocean carriers for sea freight
- Door-to-door delivery as standard
- Customs documentation generated automatically during booking
- Country-specific guidance for Brazil, Argentina, Mexico, and other complex markets
- Insurance available for goods valued between £100 and £50,000
- Real-time tracking on most services
- UK-based operations team available Monday–Friday, 09:00–17:30