Shipping & Moving in Santo Domingo

3 listings · Shipping & Moving in Santo Domingo, listed for English-speaking expats

3 shipping & moving businesses are listed in Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic. Highest Google rating among them: Mudanzas Dominicana (MUDOM) (4.7 from 264 reviews).

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Most of what enters the Dominican Republic comes through the ports near the capital, and this is where customs brokers, freight forwarders and international movers cluster. Whether you are bringing a container of household goods, a few boxes or a vehicle, shipping and moving companies in Santo Domingo handle the clearance steps that decide whether your things arrive smoothly or sit in a warehouse.

Compare the companies below, then use the request quotes form with your origin, destination and a rough inventory. Quotes vary widely for the same shipment, so ask each firm exactly what is included, door-to-door service, customs clearance and delivery. Written quotes make the differences obvious fast.

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Shipping & Moving

Mudanzas Dominicana (MUDOM)

📍 Santo Domingo
★ 4.7 (264)

This listing suits individuals or families looking for relocation and shipping services in Santo Domingo.

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International Packers

📍 Santo Domingo

This listing suits individuals and businesses looking for shipping and relocation services.

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Dominican International Moving (DIM)

📍 Santo Domingo

This listing suits individuals and families looking for moving and relocation services.

Shipping & Moving in Santo Domingo: common questions

Which ports serve Santo Domingo for household shipping?
Haina and Caucedo, the country's main cargo ports, both sit within easy reach of Santo Domingo. Most international household shipments to the Dominican Republic enter through one of them, whatever the final destination. For anyone moving to the capital itself this is an advantage, since goods clear customs and deliver in the same metropolitan area with a minimal trucking leg.
How do I find a customs broker in Santo Domingo?
Licensed customs brokers, known locally as agentes aduanales, are concentrated in Santo Domingo close to the ports and the customs authority. Look for one with direct experience filing household goods exemptions for foreign residents, and ask for references. Many international movers include brokerage in their door-to-door service, so check whether you actually need to hire one separately before you do.
How does full container clearance work in Santo Domingo?
Your container is discharged at Haina or Caucedo, then your broker files the bill of lading, inventory and supporting documents with the customs authority. Officials may inspect the contents, duties and ITBIS are assessed on anything that does not qualify for exemption, and the container is released for delivery. Accurate inventories speed the process, while discrepancies cause holds and extra charges.
Can I import commercial goods through the Dominican Republic's main ports?
Yes, Haina and Caucedo handle the bulk of the country's commercial imports. Commercial stock is treated very differently from a household move, though. It never qualifies for the personal goods exemption, duty and ITBIS are assessed on the declared value, and importers need proper tax registration in the Dominican Republic. Engage a broker experienced in commercial clearance rather than a household mover.
Can I store my household goods in Santo Domingo after they arrive?
Yes. Most international movers offer warehouse storage in Santo Domingo, which is useful when your home is not ready or you are still house hunting. Aim to clear customs promptly either way, because port storage and container demurrage charges build quickly on uncleared cargo. Moving cleared goods into a private warehouse is far more economical than leaving them at the port.

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