Shipping from the USA to Poland
Gelle Transport arranges freight from the United States to Poland through vetted international air and ocean partners, building on our experience as a Kansas City trucking company since 2014. We collect your cargo in the US, prepare it for export, book the international leg and coordinate arrival in Poland, with routing and availability confirmed before every booking.
Transatlantic freight is frequent and competitive. Most European imports are subject to VAT at the point of entry, and goods must meet local product standards.
Air freight to Poland
Air cargo from the United States to Poland normally arrives at Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW). Air freight is the best choice for urgent, compact and high-value shipments such as electronics, spare parts, documents and medical supplies. Typical door-to-door transit from the USA to this region is about 2–6 days, depending on the origin airport, connections and customs clearance. Air cargo is charged on chargeable weight — the greater of actual weight and volumetric weight.
Sea freight to Poland
Ocean freight to Poland usually arrives at Gdańsk and Gdynia. Choose a full container (FCL) for larger volumes or a shared container (LCL) for smaller consignments. Typical ocean transit from the USA to this region is about 2–4 weeks, depending on the US port, sailing schedule and transhipment.
Customs and import documents for Poland
Poland is a member of the European Union customs union. Imports from the USA are declared once at the EU point of entry, with import VAT and any duties based on the EU tariff. The importer needs an EORI number.
Most shipments to Poland need the following. Product-specific requirements vary, so we confirm them before your cargo leaves the US:
- Commercial invoice with item values
- Detailed packing list
- Bill of lading or air waybill
- Importer registration / tax ID in Poland
- Certificates of origin or conformity where required
- Permits for regulated goods (food, medicines, chemicals)
Import duties and taxes are assessed in Poland in the local currency (Polish złoty (PLN)) and are normally paid by the importer. US export rules also apply — some goods, technologies and destinations need an export licence.
How Gelle Transport helps
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Assess the shipment
We confirm the route to Poland, what can be shipped and any restrictions before you commit.
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US pickup and export
We collect from your address or supplier and prepare the cargo and documents for export.
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International freight
Air or ocean booked with vetted carriers, with updates while in transit.
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Arrival coordination
Clearance and delivery in Poland coordinated with local agents where available.
Shipping to Poland: FAQs
How long does shipping from the USA to Poland take?
Air freight typically takes about 2–6 days and sea freight about 2–4 weeks, plus clearance and inland delivery. We confirm timelines on every quote.
Which airport and port serve Poland?
Air cargo usually arrives at Warsaw Chopin Airport (WAW). Sea cargo usually arrives at Gdańsk and Gdynia.
Can Gelle Transport ship to Poland?
Yes, on request. We confirm routing, availability and timing for each shipment. Our main international lane is USA to Kenya.
Who pays import duties in Poland?
Duties and taxes are normally paid by the importer in Poland, in Polish złoty (PLN).