Cargo from Austria to Turkey
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2.Cargo services
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Door-to-Door Cargo Shipping from Austria to Turkey
GW Cargo provides air freight, express delivery vans, groupage cargo shipping, full truck load service and reliable oversized cargo transport from Vienna, Linz, Graz, Salzburg and Innsbruck to Istanbul, Ankara, Izmir, Bursa and Antalya. Our comprehensive Austria → Turkey solutions cover export customs at AT borders, bonded transit across the Balkans, Turkish import clearance, professional packing, cargo insurance and live tracking. Whether you require urgent air cargo Austria to Istanbul, cost-efficient groupage pallets to Ankara, safe personal effects shipping for relocations or project-grade oversized freight to Turkish factories, we deliver on schedule and within budget.
What Cargo We Ship from Austria to Turkey
We move every type of freight from Austria’s industrial hubs to Turkish commercial centres — from high-tech machinery to personal belongings. All shipments are pre-cleared via Austrian Customs export and Turkish Customs import systems, ensuring seamless entry at Kapıkule, Istanbul Airport and major ports.
Why Ship Austria → Turkey with Us
Our logistics team delivers a single-window solution on the Austria–Turkey corridor — combining express air via VIE-IST, secure Balkans road freight and regular groupage departures, with transparent landed costs and multilingual support.
Pan-European network
Direct road & air lanes linking Vienna, Salzburg, Graz with Istanbul, Izmir, Ankara.
Customs expertise
ATR certificate handling, transit T1, Turkish import declarations within hours.
Safe, compliant packing
ISPM-15 crates, shrink wrap & shock sensors for delicate industrial goods.
End-to-end care
Door collection in Austria, final-mile anywhere in Turkey, single tracking ID.
Transit Time & Shipping Costs from Austria to Turkey
- ✈️ Air freight: 1–2 business days — daily flights Vienna (VIE)→Istanbul (IST) Vienna Airport / IST Airport — avg. cost €4.0–6.0 per kg (shipments ≥ 50 kg)
- 🚛 Road freight: FTL 3–6 days / groupage 6–8 days door-to-door — avg. cost from €0.95 per kg or up to €3 000 per full truck
- 📦 Groupage pallet: standard EUR-pallet up to 250 kg / 1.2 m → €220–260 all-in
- 📄 Paperwork: EAD export, ATR, T1 transit, commercial invoice, packing list, Turkish import declaration, VAT number (VERGI NO)
- 💰 Pricing: tailored quote based on weight, CBM, Incoterms & service level
Import Duties & Taxes in Turkey
📦 Personal belongings
Returning citizens and expats can claim Household Goods Exemption when relocating to Turkey.
- 🔹 Duty: 0 % upon approval
- 🔹 KDV (VAT): 0 %
- 🔹 Docs: Residence permit, passport, detailed inventory (Notarised)
🏢 Commercial goods
EU-origin cargo accompanied by ATR moves duty-free. Otherwise Common Customs Tariff rates (0–15 %) apply plus KDV at 18 % calculated on CIF.
- 🔹 Duty: 0 % with ATR (preferential origin)
- 🔹 KDV: 18 % VAT
- 🔹 Excise: Special consumption tax on alcohol, tobacco, fuel
Who Benefits from Our Service
Our Austria–Turkey freight solutions fit corporates, SMEs and private individuals seeking safe, rapid and fairly priced shipping.
Frequently Asked Questions: Austria → Turkey Shipping
Which documents are required for Turkish import?
Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading/CMR, ATR, and import declaration with your Turkish tax number (Vergi No).
How long does road freight take?
Full truck loads arrive in 3–6 days; groupage pallets take about 6–8 days door-to-door depending on consolidation schedule.
Can I ship temperature-controlled pharmaceuticals?
Yes — we operate GDP-compliant reefer trailers and active air containers with real-time temperature logging.
What items are prohibited?
Weapons, narcotics, counterfeit goods, endangered species, and food of animal origin without health certificates.
Is online tracking available?
Absolutely. Every shipment receives a live tracking ID with milestone alerts via email or API.
Do I need cargo insurance?
We recommend all-risk marine insurance for high-value or fragile goods. We can place cover with global underwriters.
Client Reviews: Austria → Turkey Shipments
“Our CNC machines reached Istanbul in five days, perfectly crated and cleared without delays.”
👷♂️ Stefan H., Linz → Istanbul
“Temperature-controlled pharma pallets arrived at IST GDP-compliant, real-time tracking was spot-on.”
💊 Martina K., Vienna → Istanbul
“Relocation from Salzburg to Izmir — boxes well labelled, courteous drivers, no hidden fees.”
🏠 Petra & Lukas, Salzburg → Izmir
“Picked groupage freight from Graz to Ankara for our e-store. Fast, transparent, ongoing cooperation!”
🛒 Daniel S., Graz → Ankara
“Oversized metal press transported from Innsbruck to Bursa — flawless permits and escort arrangements.”
🏗️ Claudia F., Innsbruck → Bursa
