What does air DDP (double clearance, tax included) mean, and how is it different from DDU?

Under air DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) we handle export declaration, international air freight, destination import clearance, duties and VAT, plus last-mile delivery. The consignee only signs for the goods, and the shipper needs no destination import licence. Under DDU (now DAP) we deliver to the destination only; import clearance and taxes are handled by the consignee. Choose DDP for a hands-off all-in service, or DDU if the consignee has its own tax number and wants to reclaim the taxes itself.

How is the air DDP price per kilogram calculated, and what is included?

Pricing is based on the commodity, the greater of actual weight and volumetric weight (L x W x H / 6000), the destination country and the delivery address - larger volumes get lower unit rates. The all-in price covers first-leg air freight, export declaration, destination clearance, duties and VAT, and last-mile delivery. Special surcharges (over-length/over-weight, remote areas, battery goods, etc.) are listed in writing in advance, so there are no surprise charges on arrival.

What documents are required, and does the shipper need an import licence?

Only the commodity name and material, number of packages, gross weight, volume, and the consignee's name, address and contact details. We prepare the commercial invoice, packing list and customs declaration for you. The shipper does not need a destination import licence or tax number - we clear customs and pay the taxes as the importer of record.

Which goods can ship by air DDP? Can battery goods, liquids or cosmetics be shipped?

General cargo, products with built-in batteries, magnetic goods, some cosmetics, liquids and powders, branded goods, furniture and building materials are mostly acceptable, subject to destination regulations: lithium batteries need MSDS and UN38.3, cosmetics need an ingredient list and relevant certificates, and branded goods need a complete authorisation chain. We run a compliance pre-check before quoting so your shipment is not held up later.

How long does air DDP take door to door?

Reference transit times on our self-operated lines: UAE 3-5 days, Korea 3-5 days, Sri Lanka 3-5 days, Singapore 3-5 days, Pakistan 4-6 days and Bangladesh 4-6 days; other regions such as Europe/Americas and Australia are usually 4-7 days. Transit is counted from warehouse-in or air departure and includes ground handling, clearance and last-mile delivery. Customs inspection or peak-season space shortages may add a few days, so allow 2-3 days of buffer for urgent shipments.

How is the declared value handled? Can I declare lower to save duty?

Declared value must match the actual transaction price, and the HS code is classified precisely by our team according to commodity, material and end use. Under-declaring may look cheaper, but it triggers customs inspection, back taxes and fines, and in serious cases confiscation, return shipment and a poor compliance record for future shipments. We declare in full compliance and reduce your cost through stable space and efficient clearance instead.

What happens if customs inspects or holds the shipment?

Under DDP we take responsibility: our staff attend to customs, supply any missing documents and follow up until release. If back taxes, fines or storage charges arise from inaccurate commodity, value or document information provided by the customer, they are settled at actual cost. We proactively report any exception so nothing is discovered after the fact.

Can you deliver to a private address, an FBA warehouse or a remote area?

Yes - commercial addresses, factory warehouses, Amazon FBA warehouses, private residences and retail stores are all serviceable. Private residences may incur a residential delivery fee, addresses without a loading dock may incur a tail-lift fee, and remote areas and outlying islands incur a remote-area surcharge. All of these are listed at the quotation stage and confirmed with you before shipment.

What is the difference between air DDP, express couriers and ordinary air freight?

Express couriers (DHL/FedEx/UPS) charge per shipment at high unit rates and suit urgent parcels and samples under 20 kg. Ordinary air freight arrives at the destination airport only; import clearance and delivery are not included and the consignee must clear and collect the goods. Air DDP is a complete door-to-door all-in service, ideal for cargo over 100 kg, bulk replenishment and sellers without import licences - faster than sea freight and cheaper than express.

How are damage or loss claims handled? Do I need insurance?

If the outer packaging is damaged, please photograph it and refuse the delivery; we then file a claim with the carrier based on the photos and documents. For high-value cargo we recommend insuring at the declared value, with payouts according to the insured amount; fragile or valuable items can be reinforced with shockproof crating.

Are Qishen's air DDP lines self-operated?

Yes. Qishen operates six self-operated air DDP lines - UAE, Korea, Sri Lanka, Singapore, Pakistan and Bangladesh - plus regional lines for Europe/Americas, Australia, Singapore-Malaysia-Thailand, Japan-Korea, the Middle East and Southeast Asia, as well as sea/land/rail DDP. International first-leg capacity is integrated with quality carriers, while destination clearance and delivery are handled by our own team: competitive price, fast transit and trackable milestones.

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Qishen Main Self-Operated Lines

Competitive price · Fast transit · Company self-operated first-hand channels (DDP tax-included door-to-door, no destination import license needed)

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Self-Operated Core Lines

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Qishen International Freight mainly operates UAE Line, Korea Line, Pakistan Line, Sri Lanka Line, Singapore Line and Europe/US Line (DDP door-to-door), with competitive prices and fast transit, all company self-operated first-hand channels; international first-leg integrates quality capacity, and destination customs clearance & delivery are our core self-operated strengths. Shippers do not need destination import qualifications.

Self-Operated Core Lines

First-hand self-operated channel · Detail page & online quote available

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UAE Line3-5days

Dubai / Abu Dhabi DDP door-to-door, self-operated first-hand channel, controllable clearance & delivery.

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Pakistan Line4-6days

Karachi / Lahore DDP door-to-door, mature channel, stable peak-season space.

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Bangladesh Line4-6days

Dhaka / Chittagong DDP door-to-door, South Asia self-operated line, stable last-mile.

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Korea Line3-5days

Seoul / Busan DDP door-to-door, East Asia self-operated first-hand channel, controllable clearance.

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Sri Lanka Line3-5days

Colombo DDP door-to-door, South Asia self-operated line, stable customs clearance.

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Singapore Line3-5days

Singapore DDP door-to-door, Southeast Asia hub self-operated line, fast transit.

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Other Regional Lines

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Qishen DDP line: all-in, tax-included, door-to-door — the whole cross-border export process is arranged by us, with full tracking by one number. No destination import license is required from the shipper; suitable for cross-border e-commerce, exhibition samples and merchants without import rights.

Europe & US DDP

USA / Germany / UK / France, air-sea combined to door

Southeast Asia DDP

Vietnam / Thailand / Malaysia / Indonesia, land-sea combined

E-commerce Packet Line

Overseas warehouse stocking + last-mile, drop-shipping & returns

Exhibition Samples

Exhibits / samples DDP door-to-door, tailored to transit & customs

No License Required

Shippers do not need destination import qualifications; taxes borne by us.

Transparent All-in Price

Freight, taxes and delivery in one price, no hidden fees.

Door-to-Door

Responsible from origin pickup to destination delivery.

Double-Clearance Tax Included

Export and import customs clearance integrated, duties and VAT included.

Stable Last-Mile

Cooperate with mature local couriers, controllable delivery time.

Easy Returns

Overseas warehouses support returns and re-delivery.

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Air, sea & land dedicated lines — one-stop cross-border logistics export service

Air Dedicated Line

Standard, temperature-controlled and special cargo holds
General, sensitive, dangerous goods, oversized/heavy and precision instruments
FCA/CPT/CIP/DAP/DDP/EXW full-chain services

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Sea-Land-Rail Dedicated Line

200+ port-to-port direct LCL routes
General cargo, dangerous goods, chemicals
Destination customs clearance and delivery provided

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Air DDP Door-to-Door Process

One-on-one service for a smoother experience

Cargo Confirmation

Commodity / Weight / Volume

Cargo Pickup

Pickup to Warehouse

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Space Confirmed

Warehousing & Declaration

Palletizing & Labeling

Flight Departure

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Destination Clearance

Duties & VAT by Us

Destination Delivery

Local Truck, Door Delivery

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POD Receipt / Settlement

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Qishen Main Self-Operated Lines

Self-Operated Core Lines

Other Regional Lines

Core Channels & Service Advantages

Europe & US DDP

Southeast Asia DDP

E-commerce Packet Line

Exhibition Samples

No License Required

Transparent All-in Price

Door-to-Door

Double-Clearance Tax Included

Stable Last-Mile

Easy Returns

DDP Line Business

Air Dedicated Line

Sea-Land-Rail Dedicated Line

Air DDP Door-to-Door Process

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