How much should I budget on top of the headline?
15–30% as a reliable rule of thumb. Less on short lanes, more on Africa and South Asia.
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Frequently asked questions
Why don't carriers quote all-in by default?
Carrier rate sheets are port-to-port wholesale. Destination charges and inland are paid in local currency to local providers. Some forwarders pass the wholesale rate through then add at the end; we quote landed-cost up-front.
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