Shipping goods from Morocco to Russia
Morocco exports citrus fruit, phosphates and fertilisers, textiles and a growing volume of automotive components. Tanger Med, one of the largest ports in the Mediterranean, offers frequent connections, and cargo for Russia sails from there to Novorossiysk or with transhipment to St Petersburg. Air freight via Casablanca and Istanbul suits urgent consignments. The transit time depends on the sailing and is confirmed in each quote.
We work for Moroccan growers, manufacturers and exporters whose customers are in Russia and the CIS. We organise collection from your packhouse or factory, arrange the Moroccan export formalities, book reefer or dry containers or air freight and clear the goods through Russian customs for your buyer. We accept business shipments from 50 kg (air freight has no weight limit), and every consignment is screened against sanctions lists.
How we ship from Morocco to Russia
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 Morocco to Russia
Moroccan suppliers ship citrus fruit such as mandarins and oranges, other fresh produce, phosphates and fertilisers, textiles and garments, and automotive components. Fresh produce needs phytosanitary certificates and reefer transport; automotive components sold in Russia need conformity certificates.
Export formalities
The Moroccan export declaration is lodged at Tanger Med, Casablanca or the airport of dispatch, by your broker or arranged by us, and you keep a copy as proof of export. Phytosanitary certificates must be issued for fruit and vegetables before loading. In Russia we clear the goods for your buyer, who pays import duty and VAT.
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
- Book reefer containers early in the citrus season — capacity tightens quickly.
- Arrange phytosanitary certificates before loading; plant-health control in Russia checks them closely.
- For automotive components, confirm Russian certification requirements with your buyer.
Frequently asked questions
How long does shipping from Morocco to Russia take?
Air freight is the fastest option. Sea freight from Tanger Med runs to Novorossiysk or, with transhipment, to St Petersburg. We confirm the time for your cargo in the quote.
How do I receive payment from my Russian buyer?
Through our supplier-payment service: your customer pays an agent in Russia under an agency agreement, and a partner company resident in the EU settles your invoice by SWIFT, quoting your invoice number. Payments for sanctioned goods or to listed parties are not made.
What documents are required?
A commercial invoice with HS codes, prices and Incoterms, a packing list, the Moroccan export declaration and, for fresh produce, phytosanitary certificates.
Do you check sanctions?
Yes. We only handle goods not subject to EU, UK, Swiss or US sanctions. HS codes and all parties are screened before cargo is accepted, and restricted items are declined.