Sea Freight
Full containers to Dar es Salaam or Mombasa, then trucked to Bujumbura and other towns.
- Options: 20ft, 40ft and 40ft high cube containers, plus flat racks and open tops
- Average transit: 25 to 30 days
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Shipping from Dubai to Burundi
Containers, groupage to Bujumbura, vehicles and air cargo from Dubai to Burundi, cleared and delivered by our own office in Bujumbura.
Overview
Shipping from Dubai to Burundi through Dar es Salaam
MegaSpeed Cargo ships containers, groupage, vehicles and air cargo from Dubai to Burundi. Sea cargo goes through Dar es Salaam or Mombasa and on by road, taking about 25 to 30 days, while air cargo reaches Bujumbura in 2 to 5 days. Our own Bujumbura office clears and delivers it.
Burundi needs an electronic cargo tracking note for every sea shipment, and the road from the coast is long. Having our own office in Bujumbura means one company is responsible from Jebel Ali to your door.
Our clients there are mostly traders, NGOs and contractors. They ship vehicles, IT equipment, food stuff and building materials.
- Route
- Jebel Ali to Dar es Salaam or Mombasa, then road
- In Burundi
- Own office in Bujumbura
- By sea
- About 25 to 30 days
- By air
- 2 to 5 days to Bujumbura (BJM)
- Groupage
- Regular groupage to Bujumbura
- Driving side
- Right, like the UAE
Our offices in Burundi
Our own office in Bujumbura
Our Bujumbura office trades as Rapid Freight International.
Bujumbura
Chaussee Prince Louis Rwagasore, Building Sinamenye, first floor, Commune Mukaza, Quartier Rohero. OBR clearance, groupage arrivals and delivery.
Local company name: Rapid Freight International, part of the MegaSpeed network.
Services
Freight services from Dubai to Burundi
Most cargo goes by sea through Dar es Salaam. Air is quick into Bujumbura, and groupage covers smaller loads.
Air Freight
Air cargo from Dubai to Bujumbura International Airport.
- Average transit: 2 to 5 days from Dubai
- Minimum: 45 kg chargeable weight
Vehicle Shipping
Cars, pickups and trucks. Burundi drives on the right, so UAE cars suit the market.
- Capacity: up to 6 cars in a 40ft container
- Also: RoRo where a sailing runs, or air for urgent units
Groupage & LCL
Groupage from Dubai to Bujumbura, cleared by our own office there.
Best for: traders shipping a few pallets or cartons
How groupage worksConsolidation
Buying from several suppliers in Dubai or Sharjah? We collect from each one, check the goods against your list and ship them together under one set of documents.
Best for: buyers sourcing from more than one supplier
Consolidation servicesHeavy Machinery
Construction and farm equipment on flat racks or RoRo to Dar es Salaam, then by road.
Best for: construction, mining and farm equipment
Heavy machinery shippingRoute and transit
How cargo reaches Burundi
Burundi is landlocked. The Central Corridor through Tanzania is the usual route, with Mombasa as the alternative.
- Jebel Ali, DubaiExport clearance, loading and the BESC tracking note.
- Dar es SalaamDischarge and transit through Tanzania.
- Kobero borderEntry into Burundi from Tanzania.
- BujumburaOBR clearance and delivery.
| Route | Mode | Average transit |
|---|---|---|
| Dubai to Burundi via Dar es Salaam or Mombasa | Sea and road | 25 to 30 days |
| Dubai to Bujumbura | Air | 2 to 5 days |
Transit times are averages from our recent shipments. They change with the sailing, the season and customs, so we confirm them with each quote.
Groupage
Groupage from Dubai to Bujumbura
Groupage to Bujumbura means you do not pay for an empty container.
Where our groupage goes
- Bujumbura, cleared by our own office
- Mixed cargo for shops, offices and homes
- Collection in Bujumbura or delivery
- Tracking note arranged for the whole container
How it works
- Drop off in Jebel Ali or we collect in the UAE
- We measure and label every piece
- Billed by cubic metre or weight, whichever is higher
- Clearance costs quoted before loading
Vehicles
Shipping a car from Dubai to Burundi
Burundi drives on the right, so left-hand-drive cars bought in the UAE can be registered there. Taxes depend on the value and the vehicle type.
Before shipping a car
- BESC tracking note needed for sea shipments
- Duty and taxes assessed by OBR under EAC rules
- Original title and export certificate travel with the car
- Some cars may need inspection before shipping when the value is high
How we ship it
- Container, up to 6 cars in a 40ft
- RoRo to Dar es Salaam, then by road
- Air for urgent vehicles
- Our Bujumbura office clears and delivers
Send us the chassis number and the purchase invoice and we will check the paperwork before you pay the seller.
Customs and documents
Burundi customs, BESC and paperwork
The Office Burundais des Recettes (OBR) clears imports under the EAC Customs Management Act. Every sea shipment to Burundi needs a BESC (electronic cargo tracking note) before loading.
Required before loading
- BESC / ECTN for every sea shipment to Burundi
- Import declaration through OBR
- Pre-shipment inspection may be required above a value threshold
- Transit papers for Tanzania or Kenya
Documents we need
- Commercial invoice and packing list
- Bill of Lading or Air Waybill
- Consignee NIF (tax number)
- Vehicles: title, export certificate, ID
- Permits for regulated goods
Check before you buy
- The BESC must be issued before the ship sails
- Medicines and food need approvals
- Used clothing and some goods pay higher duty
- Electrical goods may need standards checks
What we ship
What our clients ship to Burundi
Our Burundi shipments come mostly from traders, NGOs and offices. These are the usual goods.
- Copiers and IT products
- Furniture
- Food stuff
- Cars and pickups
- Building materials
- Electronics
- Textiles
- Generators
- Household goods
How it works
Shipping to Burundi step by step
One team from quote to delivery, and one person to call.
- 01
Tell us the cargo
Send the goods, the pickup point in the UAE and the delivery town in Burundi. Photos or a packing list help.
- 02
Quote and routing
We suggest sea or air and the best gateway, and quote the Dubai side and the arrival side separately.
- 03
Paperwork first
We issue the BESC with you and check the consignee tax details before loading.
- 04
Pickup and loading
We collect in the UAE, load at our Jebel Ali facility and send you photos of the cargo as it is loaded.
- 05
Transit updates
You get the Bill of Lading or Air Waybill, then updates from departure to arrival.
- 06
Clearance and delivery
Our Bujumbura office clears the cargo with OBR and delivers it.
Africa
More African destinations
Africa has been our main market for decades. We also ship from Dubai to these countries.
FAQ
Shipping from Dubai to Burundi: common questions
How long does shipping from Dubai to Burundi take?
About 25 to 30 days by sea and road via Dar es Salaam or Mombasa, and 2 to 5 days by air. We confirm the transit with each quote.
Do you have an office in Burundi?
Yes. Our own office in Bujumbura operates as Rapid Freight International, on Chaussee Prince Louis Rwagasore in Rohero.
Do I need a BESC or ECTN for Burundi?
Yes, for every sea shipment. It must be issued before the vessel sails. We arrange it as part of the shipment.
Do you offer groupage to Bujumbura?
Yes. Our groupage to Bujumbura lets you pay only for the space you use.
Can I ship a car from Dubai to Burundi?
Yes. Burundi drives on the right, so UAE cars suit it. We ship by container, RoRo or air.
Is there a minimum for air freight?
Yes, 45 kg chargeable weight. We are a freight forwarder, not a courier, so we do not move documents or small parcels. Chargeable weight is the actual weight or the volumetric weight, whichever is higher.
How much does shipping to Burundi cost?
It depends on the volume, mode and current rates, plus the BESC and clearance. Send us the details for a quote.
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