Cargo from United Kingdom to Latvia
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Door-to-Door Cargo Shipping from the United Kingdom to Latvia
Neva Logistics provides air freight, express vans, groupage pallet service, oversized project transport and full truck loads from London, Manchester, Birmingham, Glasgow and Liverpool to Riga, Daugavpils, Liepāja, Ventspils and Jelgava. Our end-to-end solution covers UK export customs, EU import clearance, cargo insurance and milestone tracking—whether you need same-day air cargo UK to Riga, cost-effective groupage shipments or reliable FTL road freight across Europe.
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What We Ship from the UK to Latvia
From Britain’s manufacturing hubs to Latvia’s Baltic gateways, we handle every commodity—cleared in advance through the EU’s Import Control System 2 and delivered via Dover, Rotterdam, and the Port of Riga.
Why Choose Neva Logistics
Pan-European network
Direct line-haul corridors linking the UK with the Baltics, plus nightly groupage departures.
Seamless customs
UK export ENS, EU import MRN and Latvian SAD entries filed before pickup.
Express transit
Dedicated sprinter vans reach Riga in 30 hours, ideal for time-critical spares.
Secure handling
TAPA-certified hubs, GPS-sealed trailers and all-risk cargo insurance.
Transit Time & Shipping Costs UK → Latvia
| Service | Weight / Size | Typical Transit | Market Rate (€)* |
|---|---|---|---|
| ✈️ Air freight (consol) | ≥ 50 kg chargeable | 1–2 business days | 6.00 – 8.00 €/kg |
| 📦 Groupage pallet | 1 EUR-pallet (120 × 80 cm, ≤ 250 kg) | 4–6 business days | 220 – 260 €/pallet |
| 🚚 Full truck load (FTL) | 13.6 m tautliner, 33 pallets | 48–60 hours door-to-door | 3 400 – 3 900 €/truck |
*Rates shown are maximum market prices (ex-VAT) and may vary with fuel, seasonality and parity; request a tailored quote for accurate costing.
Import Duties & Taxes in Latvia
🏠 Personal belongings
Household goods imported under EU “Transfer of Residence” enjoy duty and VAT relief when criteria are met.
- 🔹 Duty: 0 %
- 🔹 VAT: 0 %
- 🔹 Docs: completed TOR 1, passport, inventory
See Latvian customs portal vid.gov.lv
🏢 Commercial cargo
Goods of UK origin qualifying under the EU–UK Trade and Cooperation Agreement enter Latvia duty-free. Otherwise the EU Common External Tariff (0–12 %) applies plus Latvian VAT at 21 % on CIF.
- 🔹 Duty: 0 % with correct origin declaration
- 🔹 VAT: 21 %
- 🔹 Excise: alcohol, tobacco, mineral oil subject to extra tax
Tariff look-up: Access2Markets
Frequently Asked Questions: UK → Latvia
What documents do I need for EU import?
Commercial invoice, packing list, CMR or air waybill, export declaration (EX A), import MRN/SAD, EORI numbers for shipper and consignee.
How long does groupage shipping take?
Groupage pallets collected Monday–Wednesday typically deliver in Latvia the following week (4–6 working days).
Can you handle oversized or heavy lifts?
Yes—low-bed extendable trailers, permits and escort cars arranged for loads up to 45 t / 40 m.
Is insurance included?
Standard CMR liability is limited; we can add all-risk marine insurance at 0.35 % of invoice value.
Which airports and ports do you use?
UK exports depart via London Heathrow (heathrow.com) and East Midlands; road/sea routes cross the Channel to Zeebrugge or Rotterdam, then on to the Port of Riga (rop.lv).
Client Reviews: UK → Latvia Shipments
“Our high-value automotive spares reached Riga in 48 hours by dedicated van—faultless tracking the whole way.”
🚗 James P., Birmingham → Riga
“Groupage pallets from Manchester arrived in Jelgava ahead of schedule and cleared customs without a hitch.”
📦 Sarah T., Manchester → Jelgava
“Our oversize CNC machine made it to Liepāja intact—permits, escort and unloading crane arranged by Neva.”
🏗️ David L., Glasgow → Liepāja
“Family relocation from London to Daugavpils—boxes perfectly labelled, no damage, friendly driver.”
🏠 The Martins, London → Daugavpils
