FCL Shipping China to Pakistan
Your own container. Sealed at origin, delivered to your door.
FCL shipping from China to Pakistan gives your cargo a full container to itself, with fewer handling stages and better value for larger volumes. Al Fajar International handles booking, loading, sea freight, customs clearance and delivery.
Choose your container
Standard sizes for FCL shipments from China.
Your own container, from China to Pakistan
FCL means Full Container Load. A whole container is booked for your cargo alone, loaded and sealed at the supplier or a warehouse in China, and opened at its destination in Pakistan.
Which container do you need?
Most FCL shipments from China use one of these three standard sizes. Figures are approximate and vary slightly by shipping line.
20ft general purpose
Best for heavy or dense cargo such as tiles, machinery and raw materials.
- Internal lengthabout 5.9 m
- Capacityabout 33 CBM
- Max payloadabout 28 tonnes
40ft general purpose
Best for large volumes of general cargo, packed goods and mixed stock.
- Internal lengthabout 12.0 m
- Capacityabout 67 CBM
- Max payloadabout 26.5 tonnes
40ft high cube
Best for light, bulky cargo such as furniture, textiles and packaging.
- Internal lengthabout 12.0 m
- Capacityabout 76 CBM
- Max payloadabout 26.5 tonnes
Not sure which size fits? Send us your carton sizes, quantities and weight and we will recommend a container.
FCL or LCL: which suits your shipment?
As a rule of thumb, a full container is often better value once your cargo fills most of it, while LCL suits smaller volumes. We can compare both for you.
| FCL · Full Container Load | LCL · Less than Container Load | |
|---|---|---|
| Best for | Cargo that fills most of a 20ft or 40ft container | Small, medium or mixed orders |
| You pay for | The whole container | The space your cargo uses |
| Cost per CBM | Lower per CBM at higher volumes | Higher per CBM, lower total for small volumes |
| Handling | Sealed at origin, opened at destination | Unloaded and sorted at the destination CFS |
| Cargo mixing | Your cargo only | Shared with other shippers |
| Flexibility | Best for large, regular volumes | Ship more often without waiting to fill a container |
Shipping smaller volumes? See our LCL shipping from China to Pakistan service.
Your FCL shipment, from factory to Pakistan
One route, one team. Here is how Al Fajar International moves a full container.
Share your order
Send cargo details, quantities, supplier location and target dates for a quote.
Book your container
We book the container size and sailing with the shipping line.
Loading in China
The container goes to your supplier or warehouse, is loaded and sealed.
Sea freight
Your container sails to Karachi Port or Port Qasim, with updates along the way.
Clearance and delivery
We coordinate customs clearance in Pakistan and deliver to your agreed address.
How to load a container properly
Good loading protects your cargo on a long sea voyage and avoids problems at the port.
Ports we ship FCL from and to
We book FCL sailings from the major Chinese export hubs to Pakistan’s two main container gateways.
From China
Suppliers in another city or province? We arrange container pickup and loading at the factory or the nearest suitable port.
To Pakistan
What you can ship as FCL
FCL works well for large volumes of general cargo. Typical shipments include:
Machinery and equipment
Industrial machines, spare parts and heavy equipment.
Building materials and tiles
Tiles, fittings, panels and construction supplies.
Furniture and home goods
Bulky furniture, appliances and household products.
Textiles and garments
Bulk fabric, garments and accessories.
Electronics in bulk
Large orders of consumer and commercial electronics.
Auto parts
Vehicle parts and accessories in volume.
Raw materials and packaging
Packaging, plastics and manufacturing inputs.
Retail and wholesale stock
Full stock orders for shops and distributors.
Some goods, such as batteries, chemicals or restricted items, need special handling or documents. Ask us before you ship.
Documents for FCL shipments to Pakistan
FCL shipments need the core import paperwork, and the details must match across every document to avoid delays at customs.
Typical FCL documents
- Commercial invoice — value, quantity and terms of sale.
- Packing list — cartons, weights and CBM for the container.
- Bill of lading — the carrier’s receipt for your container.
- Certificate of origin — Form E where applicable, for duty benefits.
- Permits or certificates — only for regulated goods.
Learn more about our customs clearance and import documentation services, and read our China import duty and tax guide.
Who ships FCL from China to Pakistan
Wholesalers and distributors
Regular large orders that fill a container and need a predictable cost per shipment.
Manufacturers
Machinery, components and raw materials shipped in full loads.
Established importers
Businesses moving from LCL to full containers as volumes grow.
Project and bulk buyers
Building, fit-out and project supplies delivered in one sealed container.
What affects your FCL shipping cost
FCL is priced per container. These are the factors we look at when preparing your quote.
Container size and type
20ft, 40ft and 40ft high cube are priced differently.
Origin port and destination
Rates vary by Chinese port and by Karachi Port or Port Qasim.
Shipping line and season
Sailings, lines and peak seasons all move the price.
Cargo weight and type
Heavy, fragile or regulated goods can change handling and cost.
Port and local charges
Terminal handling, documentation and container fees at each end.
Duties, taxes and delivery
Customs duty depends on your HS code; inland delivery depends on location.
From the port to your door
Once your container is cleared at Karachi Port or Port Qasim, we arrange delivery to your address. See how we ship from China to key cities.
Why ship FCL with Al Fajar International
Container booking support
We help you choose the right container size and book the sailing with the shipping line.
Clear pricing before you ship
You know which container, sailing and charges apply before you commit.
Single point of contact
From loading in China to delivery in Pakistan, one team keeps you updated.
FCL shipping questions, answered
Cannot find what you are looking for? Talk to our team.
Need a quote?
Tell us what you are importing and we will come back with a clear plan.
Chat on WhatsAppWhat is FCL shipping from China to Pakistan?
FCL (Full Container Load) means an entire container is booked for your cargo alone. It is loaded and sealed at the supplier or a warehouse in China and opened at its destination in Pakistan.
How long does FCL shipping from China to Pakistan take?
Sea transit to Karachi Port or Port Qasim is typically around 20–30 days port to port, depending on the origin port and sailing. Allow extra time for loading, export clearance and inland delivery.
Which container sizes can I choose?
The most common choices are 20ft general purpose, 40ft general purpose and 40ft high cube. Send us your cargo details and we will recommend the right size.
When is FCL better than LCL?
As a rule of thumb, when your cargo fills a large share of a container, FCL is often better value and involves fewer handling stages. For smaller volumes, LCL can cost less overall. We can compare both options for you.
How is FCL priced?
FCL is priced per container based on its size and the route, plus origin and destination charges, customs duties and taxes, and any inland delivery. It is not billed by cubic metre like LCL.
Can I load goods from several suppliers into one container?
Yes. We can collect from several suppliers, consolidate the goods and load them into one container for shipment to Pakistan.
Which documents do I need for an FCL shipment?
Commonly a commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading and, where applicable, a Certificate of Origin. Some goods need extra permits.
Do you handle customs clearance for FCL cargo?
Yes. We coordinate the documentation and clearance procedures once your container reaches Karachi Port or Port Qasim.
Can you deliver the container to my address in Pakistan?
Yes. Once cleared, we arrange transport to the address you agree with us, including cities such as Karachi, Lahore and Islamabad.
What is the difference between FCL and LCL?
With FCL you book a whole container for your cargo alone. With LCL your cargo shares a container with other shippers and you pay only for the space you use.
Ready to ship FCL from China to Pakistan?
Tell us what you are importing and we will come back with a clear plan for your shipment.