What is the cost of LCL sea freight from the UK to Kenya?

Triple A charges £2.50/kg for LCL sea freight from the UK to Kenya, all-inclusive. This includes shipping, KRA customs clearance via Azaanex Holdings Ltd, all import duties, VAT, IDF, and RDL. There are no additional charges on arrival in Kenya.

How much does a full container (FCL) cost from the UK to Kenya?

Triple A charges from £2,200 for a 20ft FCL container and from £3,200 for a 40ft FCL container from the UK to Kenya, including KRA customs clearance via Azaanex. Contact us for current FCL rates as these are subject to market conditions.

Can I ship pallets from the UK to Kenya?

Yes. Triple A ships palletised commercial cargo from the UK to Kenya via LCL groupage sea freight or air freight. Pallets are accepted at our Southall warehouse. Sea freight from £2.50/kg, air freight from £6.99/kg.

Do I need to pay customs clearance separately when shipping to Kenya?

Not with Triple A. Our rates include in-house KRA customs clearance via our licensed Nairobi partner Azaanex Holdings Ltd. All import duties, VAT (16%), IDF (3.5%) and RDL (2%) are included. Nothing more to pay on arrival.

What documents do I need for commercial cargo to Kenya?

For commercial cargo to Kenya you typically need: commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading or air waybill, KEBS PVoC Certificate of Conformity (for regulated goods), and Import Declaration Form (IDF). Triple A manages all documentation and advises on KEBS compliance from the UK.

Commercial Cargo UK to Kenya — LCL, FCL, Pallet & Air Freight | Triple A Global Logistics

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Commercial Cargo Shipping from UK to Kenya — Sea Freight, Air Freight, LCL & FCL Containers.

Sea freight from £2.50/kg. Full containers from £2,200. Air freight from £6.99/kg. Every shipment includes in-house KRA customs clearance via Azaanex Holdings Ltd — no hidden fees, no surprise invoices on arrival in Kenya.

Commercial cargo shipping from UK to Kenya — pallets, LCL groupage, FCL containers and air freight for businesses importing into Kenya.

£2.50/kg LCL Sea Freight

£6.99/kg Air Freight

£2,200 FCL 20ft Container

£0 Extra Fees at Mombasa

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Get an all-inclusive commercial cargo shipping from UK to Kenya estimate — LCL, FCL, pallet or air freight

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"40ft Container Shipping UK to Nairobi ICD — No Hidden Charges. Shipped a full container of business stock from the UK to Nairobi ICD. One price quoted, one price paid. Cleared through Azaanex with no port surprises."

Bharat Patel — FCL Container · UK to Nairobi ICD

✓ KRA Licensed Clearance via Azaanex

✓ All Duties & VAT Included

✓ UK–Kenya EPA Compliant

✓ KEBS PVoC Support from Southall

✓ 2 Sailings/Month · Weekly Air

✓ No Surprise Arrival Charges

Is this page for you?

Built for Business Importers, Not Parcel Senders

This page is for people shipping commercially — not personal parcels or individual boxes.

✓ Kenyan importers buying from UK suppliers

✓ SMEs replenishing retail or wholesale inventory

✓ Contractors shipping equipment, tools, project cargo

✓ UK exporters sending pallets, containers, machinery

✓ Procurement teams moving goods to Nairobi, Mombasa, Eldoret

✓ Regular importers wanting monthly sea or weekly air freight

LCL Sea Freight

£2.50/kg

40–45 days · From 50kg

Air Freight

£6.99/kg

3 business days · No minimum

FCL 20ft Container

from £2,200

~25 CBM · Incl. clearance

FCL 40ft Container

from £3,200

~55 CBM · Incl. clearance

KRA Clearance

Included

Via Azaanex Holdings Ltd

Commercial Shipping Options

Commercial Cargo Shipping from UK to Kenya Options — LCL, FCL & Air Freight

Every option below is fully all-inclusive. The rate you see is the rate you pay. Our in-house clearance partner Azaanex Holdings Ltd handles KRA customs at Mombasa Port and Nairobi ICD.

LCL Sea Freight — Groupage

£2.50/kg

Less than Container Load. Pay only for the space your cargo occupies. Ideal for business stock, wholesale goods, and regular monthly shipments that don't fill a full container.

From 50kg — no container commitment
Twice-monthly sailings from Southall
Mombasa Port or Nairobi ICD delivery
KRA clearance via Azaanex included
Palletised cargo accepted
40–45 days transit

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FCL — Full Container Load

From £2,200 (20ft)

Your container. Your cargo only. Faster release at Mombasa, no co-loading risk, and ideal for large volume importers shipping regularly.

20ft container — approx. 25 CBM / 28 tonnes
40ft container — approx. 55 CBM / 26 tonnes
High-cube 40ft available on request
KRA clearance via Azaanex included
Mombasa Port or Nairobi ICD
Multi-supplier collection from across UK

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Air Freight — Commercial

£6.99/kg

Weekly Friday departures from Heathrow to JKIA Nairobi. Ideal for urgent stock replenishment, electronics, spare parts, and high-value commercial goods.

3 business days UK → Nairobi
Weekly Friday flights — Heathrow to JKIA
No minimum weight
KRA clearance via Azaanex included
KEBS PVoC coordination from UK
Same-day dispatch from Southall

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UK–Kenya EPA: Reduce Your Import Duties

Under the UK–Kenya Economic Partnership Agreement, Kenya is progressively reducing import duties on UK-origin goods — with 82.6% of the Kenyan market opening over 25 years. UK-manufactured or UK-origin goods can attract lower KRA import duties than equivalent goods from other markets. Triple A advises on EPA eligibility and correct HS code classification at the UK export stage, so you pay the right duty — no overpayment, no KRA disputes on arrival.

What We Ship

What We Ship to Kenya for Businesses

From a single pallet of spare parts to a 40ft container of machinery. Our Southall team has hands-on experience with every cargo type below — including KEBS compliance, EPA routing, and KRA clearance.

📦 Palletised Commercial Cargo Shipping from UK to Kenya

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Industrial Machinery

Generators, lathes, printing machines, CNC equipment, food processing plant

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Construction Equipment

Power tools, scaffolding, compressors, safety equipment, PPE

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Spare Parts

Auto parts, truck components, agricultural machinery parts — air or sea

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Electronics & IT

Laptops, servers, CCTV systems, telecoms equipment — KEBS PVoC arranged

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Clothing & Textiles

Wholesale fashion, branded stock, sportswear, school uniforms, mtumba bales

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Retail & E-Commerce Stock

Amazon FBA sourcing, Nairobi retail stock, B2B wholesale goods

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Medical Equipment

Hospital equipment, diagnostic devices, theatre consumables, lab equipment

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Catering Equipment

Commercial kitchen equipment, fridges, coffee machines, food service supplies

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Furniture & Interiors

Hotel furnishings, office furniture, restaurant fit-out, décor

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Cosmetics & Beauty

Salon supplies, beauty wholesale, hair products — KEBS compliance advised

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Solar & Energy

Solar panels, inverters, batteries (non-hazardous), energy infrastructure

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Agricultural Inputs

Irrigation equipment, agrochemicals (with permits), farm machinery

⚠️ Generator air freight: Complete generator kits with fuel lines, flammable liquids or large industrial batteries cannot travel by air under IATA DG regulations. Sea freight is required. Our Southall team advises at booking stage — call +44 7800 648 660.

LCL vs FCL vs Air

Choosing the Right Option for Your Commercial Cargo

Use this guide to select the right shipping method based on your volume, urgency, and cargo type.

Factor	LCL Sea Freight	FCL 20ft Container	FCL 40ft Container	Air Freight
Rate	£2.50/kg	From £2,200	From £3,200	£6.99/kg
Minimum volume	50kg / ~0.5 CBM	Full container (~25 CBM)	Full container (~55 CBM)	No minimum
Transit time	40–45 days	35–40 days	35–40 days	3 business days
Best for	Regular stock, pallets, mixed cargo under 15 CBM	Medium-large volume, machinery, furniture	Large volume, full shop/office fit-outs	Urgent stock, electronics, spare parts, high-value
KRA clearance included	✓ Azaanex	✓ Azaanex	✓ Azaanex	✓ Azaanex
Mombasa or ICD	Both	Both	Both	JKIA Nairobi
Multi-supplier UK collection	✓	✓	✓	✓
KEBS PVoC support	✓	✓	✓	✓

Why Triple A for Commercial Cargo

What Most UK–Kenya Freight Forwarders Don't Tell You

Most companies quote a low per-kg rate and then invoice separately for KRA clearance on arrival. That second invoice can add KES 50,000–450,000 to your shipment. Triple A doesn't work that way.

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Named KRA Clearing Agent — Not a Mystery Broker

Azaanex Holdings Ltd is our named, KRA-licensed sister company in Nairobi. We don't sub-contract clearance to unknown third parties. You know exactly who is clearing your goods before you book.

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One Invoice. One Price. Zero Surprises.

Our rate includes all KRA duties, VAT (16%), IDF (3.5%), RDL (2%), and port handling. What you're quoted is what you pay. We have never issued a surprise clearance invoice.

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KEBS PVoC Managed in the UK

KEBS PVoC (Pre-Export Verification of Conformity) must be done before your goods leave the UK. We coordinate inspection, documentation, and CoC issuance from our Southall warehouse. You don't need to navigate KEBS from Kenya.

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UK–Kenya EPA Routing

We advise on EPA eligibility and correct HS code declaration at the UK export stage, so your goods benefit from reduced KRA import duties where applicable. UK-origin goods can attract materially lower rates than equivalent imports from China or UAE.

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Multi-Supplier UK Collection

Sourcing from multiple UK suppliers or wholesalers? We collect from their premises, consolidate at Southall, and ship as a single consignment. One clearance, one delivery, one invoice.

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Pallet Shipping Accepted

Palletised commercial cargo is accepted directly at our Southall warehouse. Standard euro pallets and custom pallet sizes handled. We advise on export-grade packing requirements for sea freight.

Process

Process: How We Ship Commercial Cargo Shipping from UK to Kenya

Get a Quote

WhatsApp or call our Southall team with your cargo details — weight, dimensions, destination, cargo type. We confirm your all-inclusive rate within 2 hours during business hours.

Deliver to Southall or We Collect

Drop your cargo at Unit Z01, Canal Yard, Southall UB2 5NA — or we can collect from your supplier, warehouse or anywhere in the UK.

KEBS & Export Docs

For regulated goods we coordinate KEBS PVoC inspection and Certificate of Conformity before departure. We handle UK export customs declarations and all documentation.

Cargo Departs

LCL: loaded into the next scheduled sailing (twice monthly). FCL: your container loaded and sealed. Air: your cargo on the next Friday flight from Heathrow.

KRA Clearance via Azaanex

Azaanex Holdings Ltd meets your cargo at Mombasa Port or Nairobi ICD. All KRA customs clearance, duty payment, and documentation handled — nothing for you to do in Kenya.

Door-to-Door Delivery

Your cargo is delivered to your warehouse, shop, or facility anywhere in Kenya. WhatsApp updates at every stage from your Triple A logistics contact.

Documentation

What You Need for Commercial Cargo Shipping from UK to Kenya

📄 Standard Documents (All Shipments)

›Commercial invoice (supplier or purchase invoice)
›Packing list (weights, dimensions, quantities)
›Bill of lading (sea) or air waybill
›Import Declaration Form (IDF) — filed by Azaanex

📋 Regulated Goods (KEBS Requirement)

›KEBS PVoC Certificate of Conformity (CoC)
›Required for: electronics, electrical goods, cosmetics, food, textiles, tyres, machinery with electrical components
›CoC must be obtained before goods leave the UK
›Triple A coordinates PVoC inspection from Southall

🏭 Machinery & Industrial Equipment

›ACA permit required (Anti-Counterfeiting Authority)
›Manufacturer's specifications and serial numbers
›EPA Form A for UK-origin duty relief (where applicable)
›Insurance CoC — Kenya-licensed marine insurer required

Triple A manages all documentation. You don't need to navigate KEBS, KRA forms, or ACA permits yourself. Our Southall team handles the full documentation chain from UK export to Kenya delivery. Call +44 7800 648 660 to discuss your specific cargo.

Common Questions

Commercial Cargo Shipping from UK to Kenya — FAQ

LCL (Less than Container Load) means your cargo shares a container with other shippers — you pay only for the space your cargo occupies, from £2.50/kg. FCL (Full Container Load) means you rent the entire container for your exclusive use — better value above roughly 15 CBM and more secure for high-value cargo. Triple A offers both, all including KRA clearance via Azaanex.

No. Triple A's rates are all-inclusive. KRA customs clearance via Azaanex Holdings Ltd is included in every shipment — air, LCL, and FCL. All import duties, VAT (16%), IDF (3.5%), and RDL (2%) are covered. No separate clearance invoice will be issued in Kenya.

Yes. Palletised commercial cargo is accepted at our Southall warehouse for both LCL and FCL sea freight. Standard euro pallets, custom pallets, and crated machinery are all accepted. We advise on export-grade packing to prevent damage during transit. Air freight is also available for palletised cargo subject to dimensional limits.

Yes — this is one of Triple A's key services for B2B importers. We can collect from multiple UK warehouses, wholesalers, auction houses, or suppliers and consolidate everything at our Southall facility before shipping as a single consignment. One clearance, one delivery, one invoice.

KEBS PVoC (Pre-Export Verification of Conformity) is a mandatory Kenya Bureau of Standards inspection that must be completed before regulated goods leave the UK. It covers electronics, electrical goods, cosmetics, food products, textiles, tyres, and machinery with electrical components. Without a valid PVoC Certificate of Conformity, your goods can be detained at Mombasa. Triple A coordinates PVoC inspection and CoC issuance from our Southall warehouse before departure.

The UK–Kenya Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) progressively reduces Kenyan import duties on UK-origin goods. For goods manufactured in or substantially transformed in the UK, import duties can be materially lower than equivalent goods from China, UAE, or India. Correct HS code classification and proof of UK origin (EUR1 or origin declaration) must be submitted at the UK export stage. Triple A advises on EPA eligibility at booking and ensures correct declaration.

Yes. Triple A and Azaanex offer both Mombasa Port clearance and Nairobi Inland Container Depot (ICD) clearance. Nairobi ICD is often preferred for businesses based in Nairobi as it reduces road haulage costs and customs is done closer to the final delivery point. Discuss your preferred clearance point when booking.

For LCL sea freight, the practical minimum is 50kg or approximately 0.5 CBM. For air freight, there is no minimum — we ship from 1kg. For FCL, a full container is required (20ft or 40ft). There is no minimum for air freight commercial cargo.

LCL sea freight typically takes 40–45 days door-to-door from our Southall warehouse to delivery in Kenya. FCL containers are typically slightly faster at 35–40 days. Transit time includes loading, sailing to Mombasa, KRA clearance via Azaanex, and last-mile delivery. Air freight takes 3 business days.

B2B Customer Reviews

What Kenyan Business Importers Say About Triple A

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Bharat Patel — FCL Container · UK to Nairobi ICD

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"Heavy Machinery Shipping UK to Kenya — 5-Tonne Industrial Equipment. Shipped a 5-tonne Pearson Guillotine from Plymouth to Nairobi. Safely loaded, professionally handled, and significant savings using the UK–Kenya EPA route."

Dean Metal Craft South West Ltd — Machinery · Plymouth to Nairobi

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"I have used Triple A several times for business cargo from the UK to Kenya and they have been prompt every time. Good pricing, reliable communication, and door-to-door from UK collection to Kenya clearance."

Kamau Njuguna — Commercial Cargo · UK to Kenya

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"Triple A handles all our commercial shipments from the UK to our business in Parklands. Reliable, consistent, and the Kenya-side clearance through Azaanex is always handled professionally. They understand what a business needs."

Vimal Shah — Commercial Cargo · UK to Parklands Nairobi

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"After being let down by several cargo companies, we contacted Triple A for an oversized 60KVA generator. They collected it, handled the shipping, and delivered it safely to our factory in Industrial Area Nairobi. Professional from start to finish."

Mitul Sharma — Generator Shipping · UK to Industrial Area Nairobi

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"We needed a commercial printing machine shipped urgently from the UK to our print shop in Nairobi CBD. Triple A arranged collection, handled the export paperwork, and the machine arrived safely. Azaanex cleared it at Nairobi ICD without any delays."

Peter Matiru — Printing Equipment · UK to Nairobi CBD

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