Cargo from Greece to France
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End-to-End Cargo Shipping from Greece to France
Neva Logistics coordinates air freight, express delivery, groupage transport and full truck loads for commercial and private clients moving goods from Athens, Thessaloniki, Patras, Heraklion and Volos to Paris, Marseille, Lyon, Toulouse and Lille. Our door-to-door solutions cover every step of the Greece → France trade lane, including customs clearance (Greek Customs AADE, French Customs Douane), professional packing, all-risk cargo insurance and real-time tracking. Whether you need same-day air cargo Greece to Paris, cross-border express shipping, cost-efficient groupage freight or reliable FTL road service for oversized cargo, we deliver safely and on schedule.
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What Cargo We Ship from Greece to France
We move freight from Greece’s manufacturing hubs and islands straight into every French region — from fine foods to heavy machinery. All shipments are pre-cleared through Delta G customs, ensuring seamless entry at Marseille-Fos Port, Charles de Gaulle Airport, Lyon-Saint-Exupéry and other gateways.
Why Ship Greece → France with Us
Our logistics experts provide one-stop service on the Hellenic-French corridor — combining Mediterranean sea lanes, fast air connections and flexible road groupage with transparent landed-cost calculations.
Direct sea & road lanes
Daily ferries and trucking routes linking Piraeus, Igoumenitsa & Patras with Marseille and Lyon hubs.
Priority air uplift
Block-space agreements on ATH-CDG and SKG-LYS flights for urgent cargo ≥ 50 kg.
EU-to-EU paperwork
Simplified EX-A, MRN & ENS filings handled in-house for friction-free border crossings.
Live tracking & POD
Milestone alerts via email/API and instant proof-of-delivery on completion.
Transit Time & Shipping Costs from Greece to France
- ✈️ Air freight: 1–2 business days — Athens & Thessaloniki to CDG or MRS — avg. cost €5.0–7.0 per kg (shipments ≥ 50 kg)
- 🚚 Road freight: FTL 3–5 days / groupage 5–7 days door-to-door — avg. cost from €1.1 per kg or €2 300 per full truck
- 🚢 Sea + road: Short-sea to Marseille-Fos plus final-mile 6–8 days — competitive for heavy, oversized cargo
- 💰 Pricing: tailored quote based on weight, CBM, Incoterms & service level
| Service | Weight / Volume | Transit Time | Max Market Rate* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air freight | ≥ 50 kg | 1–2 days | €7.0 / kg |
| Groupage pallet | 1 EURO pallet (120×80 cm) | 5–7 days | €260 / pallet |
| Full truck load | 13.6 m trailer / 24 t | 3–5 days | €2 300 / truck |
*Rates reflect upper market range as of Q3 2025; actual quotes may be lower.
Import Duties & Taxes in France
🏠 Personal belongings
Relocating families can apply for emploi personnel relief to import used household goods duty-free when establishing residence in France (French Customs guide).
- 🔹 Duty: 0 % once relief approved
- 🔹 VAT: 0 % for qualifying effects
- 🔹 Docs: inventory, passport, proof of residence
🏢 Commercial cargo
Intra-EU goods of EU origin move duty-free. VAT at 20 % applies under reverse-charge if importer is VAT-registered.
- 🔹 Duty: 0 % for EU-origin goods
- 🔹 VAT: 20 % on CIF for non-VAT payers
- 🔹 Special: Excise duties on alcohol, tobacco, energy products
Frequently Asked Questions: Greece → France Shipping
Which documents are required?
Commercial invoice, packing list, CMR or bill of lading, EX-A, MRN and intra-EU VAT numbers.
Can you handle oversized machinery?
Yes — we provide permits, escort vehicles and low-bed trailers for out-of-gauge shipments.
Is temperature-controlled transport available?
We operate GDP-compliant reefers and active air containers with continuous temperature logging.
What items are prohibited?
Weapons, narcotics, counterfeit goods, endangered species and food of animal origin without health certificates.
Do you offer cargo insurance?
All-risk marine insurance available via top underwriters; recommended for high-value or fragile goods.
Client Reviews: Greece → France Shipments
“Palletised olive oil from Kalamata reached Marseille intact and within five days — great tracking updates.”
🥫 Giorgos P., Kalamata → Marseille
“Our oversized marble blocks arrived in Lyon without a scratch. Escort service and permits handled flawlessly.”
🏗️ Dimitris S., Piraeus → Lyon
“Personal effects from Athens to Paris — clear instructions, no hidden fees, goods delivered right to our door.”
🏠 Eleni K., Athens → Paris
“Fast express air shipment of pharma reagents — ATH to CDG overnight, GDP-compliant, excellent service!”
💊 Katerina M., Athens → Paris
