Cargo Shipping from Italy to Ukraine

Italy is one of the main European countries exporting goods like food, clothing, and furniture to Ukraine. Let’s explore how shipping is managed and under what conditions.

What’s Included in the Italy Shipping Service Package

The service includes:

• Professional Transport – vehicles equipped with necessary fastenings and markings for oversized cargo.
• Preparation of all required documentation, including waybills, permits and customs forms.
• Comprehensive Insurance against damage, theft, and accidents.
• Cargo Monitoring and secure packaging until the cargo reaches its destination.

Advantages of Working with ETS

• Personalized Client Support. Each client has a dedicated manager who considers the cargo’s specifics and route.
• Service Excellence. ETS offers a full door-to-door service package, including cargo tracking at all stages.
• Extensive Experience. ETS has been managing international freight since 2011, successfully completing thousands of contracts.
• Variety of Shipping Methods. Our fleet includes tarp-covered and metal vehicles, refrigerated and isothermal containers and specialized transport options.

Specifics of Italy–Ukraine Cargo Transport

Goods exported from the EU must comply with EU quality and safety standards, and certain products may require specific certifications. Some items may also be restricted or require special permits for export, such as dual-use goods or those under environmental regulations.

Goods commonly shipped from Italy to Ukraine include:

• Fabrics;
• Fragrances;
• Furniture;
• Industrial equipment;
• Sanitary products;
• Decor items;
• Automotive parts;
• Jewelry;
• Skincare products;
• Food products;
• Household chemicals;
• Building materials;
• Tableware, etc.

Prohibited items for transport from Italy include tobacco and IQOS products, stevia-sweetened vitamins and products from Iran and Liberia, as well as certain chemicals.

Types of Freight Transport Between Italy and Ukraine

Transport methods include:

• Standard Trucks;
• Flatbeds;
• Specialized Vehicles for ADR (dangerous goods);
• Isothermal Transport;
• Refrigerated Vehicles.

We handle shipments from any Italian city (e.g., Rome, Milan, Naples, Turin, Palermo, Genoa, Bologna, Florence, Bari, Catania, Venice, Verona) and ports or airports, regardless of size and weight. However, due to wartime restrictions, delivery to some Ukrainian airports and ports is currently unavailable.

Rail transport from Italy to Ukraine is suitable for large shipments, especially oversized and heavy cargo, taking up to 7 days and often involving additional modes of transport. Deliveries to Italy’s southern coast may include rail transport to Villa San Giovanni, ferry transfer across the Strait of Messina and continued rail transport to Palermo or Catania.

Consolidated Freight Shipping

Consolidated road transport from Italy usually takes up to 7 days, though gathering smaller orders into a single shipment may add some time. This option is cost-effective, as it allows small shipments to be sent without paying for a full transport vehicle.

Oversized Cargo

Specialized vehicles, like trucks with lifts or large low-floor trucks, are often required for oversized loads. Some oversized cargo requires technical documentation detailing dimensions, weight and center of gravity to ensure safe transport.

Shipping Clothing, Furniture and Food from Italy to Ukraine

In Italy, it’s often possible to find goods at more affordable prices compared to other countries. This is especially true for clothing from well-known brands and electronics from leading manufacturers. When shipping clothing from Italy to Ukraine, customs regulations must be followed, and the necessary documents must be prepared, including an invoice (commercial invoice), a certificate of origin,and other relevant documents for customs clearance. If you need to ship a small batch of clothing, consolidated cargo shipments are the optimal option.

Furniture from Italy is transported based on size, weight and requirements. Larger items, like chairs, tables or cabinets, may be shipped in containers by sea, while sofas or beds may require specialized transport for large items. These shipments are typically door-to-door with minimal client involvement.

Fresh goods often shipped from Italy include pasta, cheese, wine, olive oil, seafood, fish and coffee. During warmer months, perishable food transport requires temperature control, so refrigerated trucks are used. ETS provides this service, with the necessary equipment to maintain required conditions.

Delivery Routes from Italy

Key Italian destination cities include Rome, Milan, Naples, Turin and Genoa, with important transportation hubs. 

Main road routes from Italy to Ukraine go through Slovenia and Hungary, as well as Slovakia (crossing at Vyšné Nemecké to Uzhhorod) and Hungary (Chop). 

Winter may cause delays, especially in northern mountainous regions prone to avalanches.

Customs Clearance for Goods from Italy

For customs clearance of goods from Italy, the following documents are required:

• Commercial invoice;
• Certificate of origin;
• Transport contract or waybill;
• Declaration of conformity with European standards (for medical equipment, electronics, automotive devices, etc.);
• Proof of payment for customs duties;
• Additional documents, such as a phytosanitary certificate for food or veterinary certificate for animal products.

It’s also important to classify goods under customs codes and determine applicable customs duties and taxes. While customs clearance is complex, working with ETS’s logistics professionals simplifies the process.

Cost of Shipping from Italy

Shipping costs vary based on distance, cargo type, delivery time and route demand, with prices updated weekly depending on transport queues, demand and external factors. Rate updates and the availability of international drivers also influence pricing.