Shipping goods from Iceland to Russia
Iceland’s suppliers are known for seafood and for specialised equipment, including geothermal technology. Iceland is not an EU member, so goods are declared for export with Icelandic customs and then travel by sea to our warehouse in Rotterdam, moving through the EU under T1 transit. We arrange collection, prepare the export and transit documents on your behalf and send you the export evidence for your records.
From Rotterdam, cargo continues by sea to St Petersburg, and your Russian customer receives it cleared through customs and delivered. Transit times depend on sailing schedules and are confirmed with every quote. We work B2B only — companies and sole traders — from 50 kg per shipment (air freight has no weight limit), with a minimum service fee of €200, and we screen every HS code and party before accepting cargo.
How we ship from Iceland to Russia
Sea via Rotterdam
Deliver to our warehouse in the port of Rotterdam (Mon–Wed); the groupage container closes on Friday and sails to St Petersburg at the weekend. 20–35 days door to door, from €200 per place (from €500 per euro pallet). Independent of queues at land borders.
Air freight
From any country in 2–8 days door to door via Istanbul or Dubai, charged by volumetric weight (1 m³ = 167 kg), no weight limit. Minimum service fee €200.
Transit times to Moscow
| Mode | Door to door |
|---|---|
| Air | 2–8 days |
What suppliers ship from Iceland to Russia
Icelandic suppliers typically ship seafood and specialised equipment. Equipment needs precise HS classification against current restrictions. Seafood is a special case: it requires an unbroken cold chain, veterinary checks and compliance with Russian import rules for food, so such consignments are assessed individually and accepted only where import is permitted.
Export formalities
Iceland is outside the EU, so the export is declared with Icelandic customs, and a T1 transit document covers the movement through the EU from Rotterdam. Iceland aligns with EU sanctions, and we screen every consignment against EU, UK, Swiss and US lists. We prepare the declarations on your behalf and send you the confirmation of export.
How it works for you as a supplier
- 1Quote within 2 hours
Send the invoice or packing list — we check the HS codes against EU sanctions lists and quote transport, export formalities and customs clearance in Russia. - 2Collection from your premises
We pick up the goods from your warehouse or factory and take them to our consolidation warehouse or load a dedicated truck. - 3Export declaration
We lodge the export declaration on your behalf and send you the MRN and the proof of exit — the basis for zero-rating VAT. - 4Delivery to your customer
Border crossing, customs clearance in Russia and delivery to your buyer’s warehouse; tracking at every stage.
Practical tips
- For seafood, ask us first whether the product can be imported into Russia before you quote your customer.
- Send the technical description of equipment with your enquiry for classification.
- Plan around sailing schedules to Rotterdam — they set the pace of the whole route.
Frequently asked questions
How long does shipping from Iceland to Russia take?
Cargo goes by sea via Rotterdam to St Petersburg; the transit time depends on sailing schedules and is confirmed with your quote.
How can my Russian customer pay me?
Your customer can use our supplier-payment service: they pay a payment agent under an agency agreement, and a partner company resident in the EU pays your invoice by bank transfer.
Do I need an EX1 for goods from Iceland?
No. The export is declared with Icelandic customs, and a T1 transit document covers the movement through the EU. We prepare both on your behalf.
Do you check sanctions?
Yes. We screen every HS code and party against EU, UK, Swiss and US sanctions and dual-use lists and decline anything restricted.