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Logistics Overview

Costa Rica is Central America's premium export gateway for time- and temperature-sensitive cargo (fresh fruit, perishables, medical devices, electronics) moving to North America and Europe.

Infrastructure Advantage

Caribbean gateways (Limón/Moín) handle the majority of containerized trade including reefers. Pacific gateway (Caldera) serves Asia trade, bulk, and project cargo. Air cargo hub (SJO) supports medical devices, electronics, perishables, and express logistics.

Sea Ports

Major seaports and maritime logistics hubs

Moín Container Terminal (TCM)

CR MOB
Max Depth~14.5 m
Specialization

Primary modern container terminal for Caribbean trade

Key Terminals
  • APM Terminals Moín

Port of Limón

CR LIO
Specialization

Multi-purpose Caribbean port; regional cargo

Puerto Caldera

CR CAL
Specialization

Main Pacific gateway; containers and general cargo

Key Terminals
  • Sociedad Portuaria Caldera (SPC)

Air Freight

Air cargo hubs and handling services

Juan Santamaría International Airport

SJO
Strategic RoleCosta Rica's main international air cargo hub

Key Handling Agents

Swissport
General
AeroLogística
General

Daniel Oduber Quirós International Airport

LIR
Strategic RoleRegional air gateway for northwest Costa Rica

Carrier Offices & Terminals

Live

Major shipping lines with local presence

Maersk Terminals & Ports

MaerskCRPTC

Puerto Caldera

Puerto Caldera

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MaerskCRPTC

Cis Caldera Terminal

Puerto Caldera

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MaerskCRLIO

Puerto Limon Term.

Puerto Limon

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MaerskCRLIO

Limon Reefer CY

Puerto Limon

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MaerskCRPMN

Puerto Moin

Puerto Moin

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MaerskCRPMN

Terminal de Contenedores de Moin

Puerto Moin

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MaerskCRSJO

Rada Lagunilla

San Jose

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MaerskCRSJO

Lagunilla Terminal

San Jose

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Other Carriers

Maersk

Office: Costa Rica

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MSC

Office: Costa Rica

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CMA CGM

Office: Costa Rica

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Hapag-Lloyd

Office: Costa Rica

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Customs & Trade

Import/export regulations and procedures

E-Customs SystemServicio Nacional de Aduanas — TICA
Standard VAT Rate13%

TICA platform for electronic customs processing. Declarations filed via DUA format by authorized customs broker/agent. CAFTA-DR and EU-Central America Association Agreement may reduce duty rates.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about logistics in Costa Rica

Which Costa Rica port is best for containerized exports to the US/EU?+

The Caribbean side (Moín/Limón) is typically preferred due to frequent liner services and modern container terminal infrastructure at Moín.

Who operates the Moín Container Terminal (TCM)?+

APM Terminals Moín.

What is the main Pacific port in Costa Rica?+

Puerto Caldera, operated by Sociedad Portuaria Caldera (SPC).

What documents are usually required to import into Costa Rica?+

Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document (B/L or AWB), and any product-specific permits/certificates.