Logistics Overview

The Dominican Republic is one of the Caribbean's most important logistics gateways, combining high-frequency ocean services with strong air cargo connectivity through Santo Domingo (SDQ), Punta Cana (PUJ), and Santiago (STI).

Infrastructure Advantage

Two main container gateways near the capital: Port of Caucedo (DP World) and Port of Río Haina (HIT). Air-sea proximity: Caucedo is close to Las Américas International Airport (SDQ). Free zones and re-export workflows support manufacturing and distribution.

Sea Ports

Major seaports and maritime logistics hubs

Port of Caucedo

DO CAU

Max Depth15.5 m

Specialization

Container gateway; reefer; pharma/medical; RoRo

Key Terminals

DP World Caucedo

Port of Río Haina

DO HAI

Max Depth11 m

Specialization

Multipurpose: containers, general cargo, RoRo, bulk

Key Terminals

Haina International Terminals (HIT)

Puerto Plata

DO POP

Specialization

Regional cargo and cruise-linked port

Manzanillo

DO MAN

Specialization

Developing gateway for northern corridor

Air Freight

Air cargo hubs and handling services

Las Américas International Airport

SDQ

Strategic RoleMajor air cargo gateway serving capital region

Key Handling Agents

Las Américas Cargo→

General

Caribe Cargo→

General

Punta Cana International Airport

PUJ

Strategic RoleLargest passenger gateway; air freight for East/tourism supply chains

Cibao International Airport

STI

Strategic RoleNorth/central corridor; express, e-commerce, regional manufacturing

Carrier Offices & Terminals

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Santo Domingo

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MaerskDOSDQ

Ageport Off Dock Yard

Santo Domingo

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Other Carriers

Maersk

Office: Dominican Republic

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CMA CGM

Office: Dominican Republic

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Shipping Schedules

Live ocean freight routes from carrier schedules

Updated 7 Apr 2026

Trade Lane

Carrier

Service Lines

Type

Transit

Next Departure

CALLAO→CAUCEDO

Hapag-Lloyd

SWX

Direct

8d~0.298t CO2

8 Apr

CALLAO→CAUCEDO

Hapag-Lloyd

SWX

Direct

8d~0.298t CO2

22 Apr

CALLAO→CAUCEDO

Hapag-Lloyd

SWX

Direct

9d~0.335t CO2

14 Apr

CAUCEDO→ROTTERDAM

Hapag-Lloyd

SWX

Direct

10d~0.372t CO2

25 Apr

CAUCEDO→ROTTERDAM

Hapag-Lloyd

SWX

Direct

10d~0.372t CO2

11 Apr

CAUCEDO→ROTTERDAM

Hapag-Lloyd

SWX

Direct

10d~0.372t CO2

18 Apr

CAUCEDO→NEW YORK, NY

Hapag-Lloyd

MSW -> US2

1 stop

12d~0.446t CO2

22 Apr

NEW YORK, NY→CAUCEDO

Hapag-Lloyd

US2 -> GCS

1 stop

13d~0.484t CO2

7 Apr

CAUCEDO→NEW YORK, NY

Hapag-Lloyd

MSW -> US2

1 stop

13d~0.484t CO2

30 Apr

CAUCEDO→NEW YORK, NY

Hapag-Lloyd

MSW -> US2

1 stop

14d~0.521t CO2

9 Apr

HAMBURG→CAUCEDO

Hapag-Lloyd

SWX

Direct

14d~0.521t CO2

16 Apr

HAMBURG→CAUCEDO

Hapag-Lloyd

SWX

Direct

14d~0.521t CO2

9 Apr

TANGER MED→CAUCEDO

Hapag-Lloyd

WAX -> MSW

1 stop

15d~0.558t CO2

7 Apr

CAUCEDO→HAMBURG

Hapag-Lloyd

SWX

Direct

15d~0.558t CO2

18 Apr

CAUCEDO→HAMBURG

Hapag-Lloyd

SWX

Direct

15d~0.558t CO2

25 Apr

CAUCEDO→HAMBURG

Hapag-Lloyd

SWX

Direct

16d~0.595t CO2

11 Apr

HAMBURG→CAUCEDO

Hapag-Lloyd

SWX

Direct

16d~0.595t CO2

21 Apr

NEW YORK, NY→CAUCEDO

Hapag-Lloyd

US2 -> GCS

1 stop

17d~0.632t CO2

10 Apr

CAUCEDO→LOS ANGELES, CA

Hapag-Lloyd

SWX -> US2

1 stop

17d~0.632t CO2

23 Apr

CAUCEDO→HOUSTON, TX

Hapag-Lloyd

GCS -> GS1

1 stop

17d~0.632t CO2

11 Apr

TANGER MED→CAUCEDO

Hapag-Lloyd

WAX -> MSW

1 stop

18d~0.67t CO2

17 Apr

TANGER MED→CAUCEDO

Hapag-Lloyd

WAX -> MSW

1 stop

18d~0.67t CO2

25 Apr

NEW YORK, NY→CAUCEDO

Hapag-Lloyd

US4

Direct

18d~0.67t CO2

15 Apr

CAUCEDO→HOUSTON, TX

Hapag-Lloyd

SWX -> GS1

1 stop

18d~0.67t CO2

17 Apr

CAUCEDO→HOUSTON, TX

Hapag-Lloyd

SWX -> GS1

1 stop

19d~0.707t CO2

23 Apr

MANZANILLO, COL (MX)→CAUCEDO

Hapag-Lloyd

TPM -> SWX -> SWX

2 stops

21d~0.781t CO2

23 Apr

ROTTERDAM→CAUCEDO

Hapag-Lloyd

SWX

Direct

22d~0.818t CO2

22 Apr

ROTTERDAM→CAUCEDO

Hapag-Lloyd

SWX

Direct

22d~0.818t CO2

15 Apr

ROTTERDAM→CAUCEDO

Hapag-Lloyd

SWX

Direct

22d~0.818t CO2

8 Apr

CAUCEDO→SANTOS

Hapag-Lloyd

MSW -> GS1

1 stop

23d~0.856t CO2

9 Apr

Last updated: 7 Apr 2026, 04:09 UTC

Customs & Trade

Import/export regulations and procedures

E-Customs SystemVUCE-RD (Ventanilla Única de Comercio Exterior)

Standard VAT Rate18%

DGA (Dirección General de Aduanas) is national customs authority. DR-CAFTA can reduce duty rates for qualifying goods. Free Trade Zones (FTZs) available.

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about logistics in Dominican Republic

Which port is typically best for containerized cargo near Santo Domingo?+

Caucedo is the DR's primary container gateway, operated by DP World; it benefits from proximity to SDQ for multimodal options.

What is VUCE-RD and when do I need it?+

VUCE-RD is DR's foreign trade single window, relevant when your shipment requires permits, licenses, or certifications from government entities.

What is the standard VAT rate in the Dominican Republic?+

The standard ITBIS (VAT) rate is 18%.

Freight Forwarders Directory

Amdian Global Logistics, S.R.L.

ASOCIACION DOMINICANA DE AGENTES DE CARGA AEREA Y MARITIMA - ADACAM -

C LOGISTICS SOLUTIONS

DJ CARGO

DJ Cargo, SRL

Epic Cargo, S.r.l.

Frank Leo, S.A.

INTERTRANS - INTERNACIONAL DE TRANSPORTES, S.A.

Maed Logistic Trading S.R.L.

MAJOR LOGISTICS

Major Logistics SRL

Mega Carga, S.r.l.

MUNDO CARGO DOMINICANA

OM Business Logistic S.R.L.

Puma Logistics, S.R.L.

SaroCaged Express, S.r.l.

Sea Trans Services Burgos S.r.l.

Sparber Dominicana, SRL

Speedster Global Logistics S.R.L.

Team Logic Dominicana

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Logistics Overview

Infrastructure Advantage

Sea Ports

Port of Caucedo

Port of Río Haina

Puerto Plata

Manzanillo

Air Freight

Las Américas International Airport

Key Handling Agents

Punta Cana International Airport

Cibao International Airport

Carrier Offices & Terminals

Maersk Terminals & Ports

Caucedo Terminal

Puerto Manzanillo

Puerto Plata Terminal

Furgonery CY

Haina International Terminal HIT

Haina 2 CY

Rio Haina Occidental

B&R Yard Haina Oriental

Transporte Turistico Leal SRL

Rio Haina Oriental

Ageport Off Dock Yard

Other Carriers

Maersk

CMA CGM

Shipping Schedules

Customs & Trade

Frequently Asked Questions