Shipping to and from Bulgaria
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Export
Get up-to-date local information about export procedures and restrictions, demurrage and detention, container pick-ups and more.
Country: Bulgaria
Direction: Export
Effective Date: 1st Feb 2024
Expiry Date: Until further notice
Free time: Calendar days (Public holidays are counted as standard calendar days)
Currency: EUR
Invoiced: Per container, per calendar days, per container type & size
Application:The free time & charges applied will be those in place on the origin price calculation date (PCD). Export D&D is applied according to official tariff on our web site: maersk.com and based on ETD available 2 days prior empty pick up. To stay informed about transport plan changes on your shipment, subscribe to notifications on our website.
Freetime: “Free Time” is the period agreed between the Carrier and the Merchant for which Demurrage & Detention and Terminal Storage shall not be paid by the Merchant.
Combined D&D: Compensation payable when the Merchant holds Carrier’s Container beyond the agreed amount of Free Time for the combined period of inside and outside the terminal, port, or depot. (Invoiced as Detention)
Terminal Storage: Compensation for utilizing the port, terminal, or depot facilities beyond the agreed amount of Free Time. (Invoiced as Demurrage)
| Name | Start | End |
|---|---|---|
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Name
Combined D&D
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Start
Commences on and includes the day that the empty container is gated out from the agreed terminal, port, or depot.
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End
Ends on the day that the full container is loaded on board a vessel.
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Name
Terminal Storage
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Start
Commences on and includes the day that the full container is gate-in at the first load port, subject to the gate-open/receiving window set by ports & terminals.
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End
Ends on the day that the full container is loaded on board a vessel.
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Useful links:
- For Maersk SPOT DnD Tariff, please click here
- D&D Calculator, to know more about it, please click here
- Terms for Detention and Demurrage, please click here
Tariff:
- Reefer Terminal Storage includes plug-in/electricity charges.
- Reefer container with IMO follows Reefer.
- Non-operating reefer (NOR) is considered as Dry Container.
- Shipper's own containers (SOC) are not subject to Combined D&D and are subject to Terminal Storage.
- Shipper’s Own Container is considered as equivalent to corresponding container type and cargo type. Examples: A Tank with Dry cargo follows terms of Dry equipment, while a Tank with IMO cargo follows terms of IMO.
- 40´ High and 45´ High containers are considered equal to 40´.
- For cancelled bookings and cancelled containers (by customer) Maersk applies origin country’s Export Detention or Combined DnD tariff rates directly as of gate-out empty to gate-in empty move, no free time is applicable, and it is valid for all bookings including SPOT and non-SPOT.
Combined Demurrage & Detention
Dry Container
| Days | Size 20' | Size 40' - 45' |
|---|---|---|
|
Days
1-12
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Size 20'
Free
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Size 40' - 45'
Free
|
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Days
13 - 16
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Size 20'
20
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Size 40' - 45'
35
|
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Days
17+
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Size 20'
35
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Size 40' - 45'
55
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Reefer Containers
| Days | Size 20' | Size 40' |
|---|---|---|
|
Days
1-7
|
Size 20'
Free
|
Size 40'
Free
|
|
Days
8-10
|
Size 20'
100
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Size 40'
100
|
|
Days
11+
|
Size 20'
170
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Size 40'
170
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Special Equipment such as Flat Racks, Open Top
| Days | Size 20' | Size 40' |
|---|---|---|
|
Days
1-7
|
Size 20'
Free
|
Size 40'
Free
|
|
Days
8-10
|
Size 20'
80
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Size 40'
100
|
|
Days
11+
|
Size 20'
100
|
Size 40'
150
|
Storage
Dry Containers
| Days | Size 20' | Size 40' - 45' |
|---|---|---|
|
Days
1-7
|
Size 20'
Free
|
Size 40' - 45'
Free
|
|
Days
8-10
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Size 20'
5
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Size 40' - 45'
10
|
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Days
11+
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Size 20'
10
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Size 40' - 45'
20
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Reefer, Reefer IMO Containers
| Days | Size 20' | Size 40' |
|---|---|---|
|
Days
1-3
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Size 20'
Free
|
Size 40'
Free
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Days
4-7
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Size 20'
60
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Size 40'
60
|
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Days
8+
|
Size 20'
100
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Size 40'
100
|
Special Containers & IMO DRY
| Days | Size 20' | Size 40' - 45' |
|---|---|---|
|
Days
1-7
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Size 20'
Free
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Size 40' - 45'
Free
|
|
Days
8+
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Size 20'
20
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Size 40' - 45'
40
|
Effective Date: 01/08/2021
Expiry Date: Until further notice
Freetime and charges per container per calendar day (i.e. including week-ends and holidays) after freetime expires. Start date and end date are included in the calculation.
The Free time and charges applied for Demurrage and Detention will be those in place at the origin Price Calculation Date (PCD).
Please note that below export demurrage and detention tariffs are applicable for SPOT shipments.
Notes:
- Shipper’s Own Container is considered as equivalent to corresponding container type.
- 40´ High and 45´ High containers are considered equal to 40´.
- Shipper’s owned tank with DRY cargo follows freetime & rate of Dry equipment.
- For special deals: Please bear in mind that the calculation method of charges for special deals (free-time granted > tariff free-time) is ‘progressive’ and the lead off rate slap(s) will be reduced by the number of days in excess of tariff free-time.
- NOR (non-operating reefer) is considered as Dry Container
- Pricing structure in Bulgaria consists of two elements; 1. Combined Demurrage & Detention 2. Storage.
- Combined Demurrage & Detention starts with empty pick-up date (included) and ends with load on board date(included).
- Storage starts with gate-in full date (included) and ends with load on board date (included).
- Shipper’s Own Container is considered as equivalent to corresponding container type
- Combined Demurrage & Detention: Free time period and charges for utilization of equipment inside and outside of terminals or depots. (invoiced under DET).
- Storage: Free time period for use of terminal or depot space (invoiced under DMR).
- For cancelled bookings and cancelled containers (by customer) Maersk applies origin country’s Export Detention or Combined DnD tariff rates directly as of gate-out empty to gate-in empty move , no freetime is applicable and it is valid for all bookings including SPOT and non-SPOT.
Combined Demurrage and Detention
Dry Conatiner
| Days | Size 20' | Size 40' |
|---|---|---|
|
Days
1 - 13
|
Size 20'
Free
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Size 40'
Free
|
|
Days
14 - 17
|
Size 20'
15 EUR
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Size 40'
25 EUR
|
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Days
18+
|
Size 20'
25 EUR
|
Size 40'
45 EUR
|
Reefer Containers
| Days | Size 20' | Size 40' |
|---|---|---|
|
Days
1 - 8
|
Size 20'
Free
|
Size 40'
Free
|
|
Days
9 - 17
|
Size 20'
80 EUR
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Size 40'
100 EUR
|
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Days
18+
|
Size 20'
100 EUR
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Size 40'
150 EUR
|
Special Equipment such as Flat Racks, Open Top
| Days | Size 20' | Size 40' |
|---|---|---|
|
Days
1 - 8
|
Size 20'
Free
|
Size 40'
Free
|
|
Days
9 - 17
|
Size 20'
80 EUR
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Size 40'
100 EUR
|
|
Days
18+
|
Size 20'
100 EUR
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Size 40'
150 EUR
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Storage
Dry Containers
| Days | Size 20' | Size 40' |
|---|---|---|
|
Days
1 - 10
|
Size 20'
Free
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Size 40'
Free
|
|
Days
11+
|
Size 20'
10 EUR
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Size 40'
20 EUR
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Reefer Containers
| Days | Size 20' | Size 40' |
|---|---|---|
|
Days
1 - 5
|
Size 20'
Free
|
Size 40'
Free
|
|
Days
6 - 7
|
Size 20'
30 EUR
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Size 40'
60 EUR
|
|
Days
8+
|
Size 20'
50 EUR
|
Size 40'
80 EUR
|
Special Containers
| Days | Size 20' | Size 40' |
|---|---|---|
|
Days
1 - 10
|
Size 20'
Free
|
Size 40'
Free
|
|
Days
11+
|
Size 20'
15 EUR
|
Size 40'
30 EUR
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You may find previous tariff details below
Below are the most common local charges we have in Bulgaria. They are all subject to change and valid until further notice.
Please also visit our global Surcharge Definition Glossary
| Area | Charge Code | Charge Name | Description | Rate | Payterm |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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Area
Mandatory
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Charge Code
OHC
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Charge Name
Terminal Handling Service - Origin
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Description
This service covers the cost of handling a container at the origin port or terminal. This service is applicable to all shipments.
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Rate
For details contact local office
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Payterm
Origin
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Area
|
Charge Code
DHC
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Charge Name
Terminal Handling Service - Destination
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Description
This service covers the cost of the handling a container at the destination port or terminal. This service is applicable to all shipments.
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Rate
For details contact local office
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Payterm
Destination
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Area
Booking
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Charge Code
COD
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Charge Name
Change of Destination
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Description
Customer requests change of destination
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Rate
300 USD per container. Depending on the case additional charges might apply
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Payterm
Freight
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Area
|
Charge Code
MBF
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Charge Name
Manual Booking Fee
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Description
A fee which covers the additional administration required by the carrier to process booking creation requests via non e-channels (E-mail). These are known as manual bookings.
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Rate
90 EUR Per Booking
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Payterm
Origin
|
|
Area
Equipment
|
Charge Code
PQC
|
Charge Name
Premium Quality Container
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Description
The surcharge is applied whenever we offer the service of providing a container of a specific quality. It will cover food grade containers, containers of a specific age, containers for specific commodities (such as electronics). The quality assessment is made and defined by the clusters. This charge includes the cost of having the carrier inspect the empty container to make sure it meets the requirements.
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Rate
250 EUR per container
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Payterm
Origin
|
|
Area
Cargo related (3rd party)
|
Charge Code
INE
|
Charge Name
Inspection Fee Export
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Description
Customs in Bulgaria marked container for scanner
|
Rate
55 EUR per container
|
Payterm
Origin
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
INE
|
Charge Name
Inspection Fee Export
|
Description
Charge is for Veterinary Application Process at Ambarli, Istanbul for transhipment containers where cargo HS code falls under the scope VET control
|
Rate
100 USD per BL
|
Payterm
Origin
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
INI
|
Charge Name
Inspection fee Import
|
Description
Customs in Bulgaria marked container for scanner
|
Rate
55 EUR per container
|
Payterm
Destination
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
INI
|
Charge Name
Inspection fee Import
|
Description
Charge is for Veterinary Application Process at Ambarli, Istanbul for transhipment containers where cargo HS code falls under the scope VET control
|
Rate
100 USD per BL
|
Payterm
Destination
|
|
Area
Customs Clearance
|
Charge Code
CCD
|
Charge Name
Customs clearance Import
|
Description
Customer has requested help with import declaration
|
Rate
75 EUR per document, Up to 5 tariff codes
|
Payterm
Destination
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
CCD
|
Charge Name
Customs clearance T2L
|
Description
Customer has requested help with import clearance for cargo originating in EU
|
Rate
40 EUR per document.
|
Payterm
Destination
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
CCO
|
Charge Name
Customs clearance Export
|
Description
Customer has requested help with Export declaration
|
Rate
75 EUR per document, Up to 5 tariff codes
|
Payterm
Origin
|
|
Area
Documentation
|
Charge Code
AME/AMI
|
Charge Name
Transport Document Amendment Fee Export/Import
|
Description
The fee covers B/L amendments requested via manual channels (phone, e-mail and chat), when same could have been done through our e-channels. Or if the amendments are done after a specific time at origin.
|
Rate
20 EUR per amendment
|
Payterm
Origin / Destination
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
HBL service
|
Charge Name
House Transport Document
|
Description
Maersk files the actual details (HBL details) with the US Customs upon customer`s request.
|
Rate
30 USD per BL ( Geo Scope US & Canada)
|
Payterm
Origin
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
SWC
|
Charge Name
Switch BL
|
Description
Customer requests Switch BL service as BLs to show new parties by issuing a second set of documents. A 'switch' protects the interests of the cargo intermediary by preventing the shipper from being visible to the buyer.
|
Rate
60 EUR per BL
|
Payterm
Origin
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
OCG
|
Charge Name
Origin Certificate Charge
|
Description
This service issues certificates with respect to vessel age, vessel conditions, in-house ML certificates at destination, etc. Please note that it does not cover certificates issued as part of an inspection (for e.g. veterinary certificate) which falls under the INE charge.
|
Rate
20 EUR per BL
|
Payterm
Origin
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
T1D
|
Charge Name
Transit
|
Description
Customer has requested transit declaration
|
Rate
95 EUR per document, up to 5 tariff codes
|
Payterm
Destination
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
TLE
|
Charge Name
Electronic Cargo Release Service -Export
|
Description
Telex release service
|
Rate
30 USD per bill of lading
|
Payterm
Origin
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
MDF
|
Charge Name
Manual Documentation Processing Fee
|
Description
Invoiced in addition to our standard export documentation fee, applicable to all non e-BL instructions without template.
|
Rate
90 EUR per bill of lading
|
Payterm
Origin
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
|
Charge Name
Manifest correction
|
Description
Customer has requested correction to manifest after manifestation to customs
|
Rate
50 EUR per BL
|
Payterm
|
|
Area
D&D
|
Charge Code
DET
|
Charge Name
Detention Fee Import
|
Description
This fee is applicable when the customer holds carrier equipment longer than the agreed free time. Applicable calculation methods may vary by country. Please refer to our "Local country website" for more information.
|
Rate
As per DnD tariff published on local country website
|
Payterm
Destination
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
DMR
|
Charge Name
Demurrage Fee
|
Description
This fee is applicable for storage of carrier equipment in the terminal for longer than the agreed free time. Applicable calculation methods may vary by country. Please refer to our "Local country website" for more information.
|
Rate
As per DnD tariff published on local country website
|
Payterm
Freight
|
|
Area
Inland
|
Charge Code
DRP
|
Charge Name
Drop Off Charge (Imports)
|
Description
Additional handling at Bozhurishte Depot for drop off empty container. Allowed only after approval by Maersk.
|
Rate
35 EUR per container
|
Payterm
Destination
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
PIC |
Charge Name
Pick up charge (Export)
|
Description
Additional handling at Bozhurishte Depot for pick up empty container. Allowed only after approval by Maersk.
|
Rate
35 EUR per container
|
Payterm
Origin
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
ICE |
Charge Name
Inland Cancellation Fee Export
|
Description
Customer cancels an inland haulage after 16:00 on the working day preceding the empty positioning.
|
Rate
60 EUR per container. Depending on the case additional charges might apply
|
Payterm
Origin
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
ICI |
Charge Name
Inland Cancellation Fee Import
|
Description
Customer cancels an inland haulage after 16:00 on the working day preceding the delivery.
|
Rate
60 EUR per container. Depending on the case additional charges might apply
|
Payterm
Destination
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
MSE
|
Charge Name
Multi Stop Service Exports
|
Description
The service of stopping 1 or more times to load additional cargo during a carrier haulage movement. Allowed only after approval by Maersk.
|
Rate
For details contact local office
|
Payterm
Origin
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
MSI
|
Charge Name
Multi Stop Service Imports
|
Description
The service of stopping 1 or more times to unload additional cargo during a carrier haulage movement. Allowed only after approval by Maersk.
|
Rate
For details contact local office
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Payterm
Destination
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
OGS
|
Charge Name
Cooling service - Origin
|
Description
Cooling service provided at Origin by the carrier to supply a generator (or any other cooling service) set to power reefer containers during inland moves for carrier haulage.
|
Rate
200 EUR per container per day
|
Payterm
Origin
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
WTD
|
Charge Name
Waiting Time Destination
|
Description
Waiting time for Inland haulage after the standard agreed time
|
Rate
100 EUR for day 1; 200 EUR from day 2 onwards
|
Payterm
Destination
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
WTO
|
Charge Name
Waiting Time Origin
|
Description
Waiting time for Inland haulage after the standard agreed time
|
Rate
100 EUR for day 1; 200 EUR from day 2 onwards
|
Payterm
Origin
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
WDF
|
Charge Name
Inland Weight Discrepancy fee
|
Description
This charge is applicable when there is a discrepancy of +/- 2000 KGS between booked weight and stuffed weight (discrepancy fee 100 EUR/cntr). In some cases due to safety and security measures cargo might be rejected, truck evacuated and wasted trip due in full in addition to discrepancy fee
|
Rate
100 EUR per container
|
Payterm
|
|
Area
Non-fulfilment
|
Charge Code
LPF
|
Charge Name
Late Payment Fee
|
Description
Applied to all invoices which are payable immediately after the 7th day of delay of payment.
|
Rate
35 EUR per invoice
|
Payterm
Origin
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
PAD
|
Charge Name
Payer Amendment Fee - Destination
|
Description
Charge applicable for change of collect payer after invoice issuance.
|
Rate
35 EUR per bill of lading
|
Payterm
Destination
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
PAO
|
Charge Name
Payer Amendment Fee - Origin
|
Description
Charge applicable for change of prepaid payer or payment terms after invoice issuance.
|
Rate
35 EUR per bill of lading
|
Payterm
Origin
|
|
Area
|
Charge Code
WDF
|
Charge Name
Weight Discrepancy Fee
|
Description
The WDF is applicable to each container where:( Click here for the advisory and the full details)
|
Rate
300 USD container
|
Payterm
Origin
|
Below we have prepared a simple guide that will help you place your booking with us and to receive your shipping documentation. If you require more information than available below, please do not hesitate to contact us at bg.export@maersk.com
1. Before placing your booking, please, obtain a valid rate from https://www.maersk.com/prices-and-quotes
2. Submit your booking with all relevant information
2.1. E-booking through https://www.maersk.com/book/
At maersk.com we offer online applications designed to assist and support you throughout the shipping process - from planning and ordering, to managing documentation, to tracking the shipment’s progress.
- Please note we do not accept SD bookings with stuffing on the next working day
2.2. Manual booking through email to our customer service department bg.export@maersk.com; in such cases a manual booking fee will apply.
Please, note that following activities are responsibility of the shipper:
- Cargo load, stow and count;
- Export customs clearance;
- Obtaining and / or preparation of all kinds of commercial documents.
- Making sure the container is properly sealed.
- Providing the seal number upon submitting the Shipping instructions.
*if the driver arrives without a seal at the loading address please advise us asap.
3. Receive a booking confirmation
Usually, we will handle your booking and will revert to you with a confirmation of the booking within 2 hours. When you receive your booking confirmation, please, verify that we have captured all your details correctly. In case of a discrepancy, you can contact your customer service representative.
4. Get truck/container details and stuff the container
Containers can be stuffed either at port terminal or at shipper’s facility.
4.1. Stuffing of containers at port:
Request for empty containers with commodity type, type of packaging, number of packages and total net weight per container should be submitted to our customer service representatives no later than 12:00 hrs on the day preceding the stuffing.
4.2. Stuffing of a container at shipper’s premises
4.2.1. Store Door shipments – Carrier Haulage:
When placing an order for carrier haulage, make sure that you include the following information: full shipper’s address; name and contact details of person in charge at the place of loading; any specific requirements for the truck/chassis/container (short chassis; trailer height; e.g.).
Empty container can be positioned at shipper’s facility at 06:00 hrs earliest and should be released before 18:00 hrs (including export customs clearance). If exception is need please contact CX team for additional confirmation.
Cancelation of haulage between 16:00 hrs and 17:00 hrs on the day preceding the stuffing is invoiced according to our tariff.
In case haulage is canceled after 17:00 hrs and in the day of stuffing, Export Haulage Tariff in full is due as cancelation fee.
4.2.2. Stuffing of a container at shipper’s premises – Merchant Haulage:
Subject to active Merchant Haulage agreement with MAERSK
Please, submit your truck details for merchant haulage to your customer service representative, as well as bulopsintvar@maersk.com no later than 15:30 hrs on the day of the pickup. This is valid for empty pick up from Varna only. Please use the following template:
Standard template (example below)
Booking : 232279549
Equ : 1x20DV
Trucks : CB4293TT / PB9757EB - in Latin
Release from : VARNA
Pickup date : 16/10/2023
From Burgas pick up via booking number.
5. Send us shipping instructions (SI) and VGM
Shipment without shipping instruction and VGM will not be loaded on the scheduled and confirmed vessel.
How to submit Shipping Instructions:
5.1. Trough Maersk website: https://www.maersk.com/hub/
5.2. Trough email. Please request SI template from CX team – fill in and forward to bg.export@maersk.com Manual documentation processing fee will be applied.
6. Receive draft of the BL
Once your shipping instructions are processed you will receive a draft copy of your Bill of Lading for your review, known as a Verify copy.
If the verify copy meets your expectations – your final documents will be prepared and released according to your instructions.
In case the verify copy requires changes – please, identify the changes and submit them accordingly. This has to be requested online via the “amend” function.
Clients sending manual instruction should send their amendments to their CX rep in English.
For every amendment requested by customer after departure a Transport Document Amendment Fee will be charged. Amendments prior to sailing are free of charge.
7. Receive invoice for prepaid charges
The invoice is issued from the Danish company A.P. Moller – Maersk A/S subject to Danish Tax Law. Maersk is a division of A.P. Moller – Maersk A/S that is member of a VAT group. The VAT group (Maersk VAT Group) reports sales and purchases under the VAT registration number DK53139655.
The issued invoice is sent to the customer via e-mail in pdf format and it is also available in https://www.maersk.com/myfinance/
For any additional questions regarding invoices, please contact finance department – bg.finance@maersk.com
In case your invoice does not correspond to your offer received from your sales representative, please, dispute it on our web site or contact us.
8. Settle the payment
Cash payments are not accepted at Maersk Bulgaria offices.
Payment by bank transfer must be done to the bank accounts stated in the footer of the invoice. The beneficiary is Maersk Bulgaria Ltd /as agent for the carrier A.P. Moller Maersk A/S/.
All bank charges to be paid by the remitting party – the amounts must be received in full as stated on the invoice.
All invoices with “immediate” due payment have to be settled within 7 days from the due date. After that date Late Payment fee applies.
9. Receive Bill of Lading
We will issue original bill of lading when all preconditions listed below are fulfilled:
a. The container(s) has been physically loaded on board the vessel, specified on the bill of lading and the vessel has sailed from the first loading port (when bill of lading type is Negotiable Shipped or Waybill shipped);
b. The container(s) has been returned full to the first load port terminal (when bill of lading type is Negotiable received or Waybill received);
c. All prepaid charges as invoiced are paid and received in our bank account – cash clients only.
Individuals are not accepted as consignee on the bill of lading.
Restrictions on commodity
Excise goods booked on through bill of lading from any inland point in Bulgaria and also export and re-export of cigarettes from Bulgaria are subject to prior approval by Maersk Bulgaria Ltd.
All IMO cargo is subject to additional approval prior to booking confirmation.
Restrictions on weight
Inland restrictions:
For CY bookings: must follow the max payload of the particular unit.
For SD bookings:
40DC and 40HC – max 26 tons; if weight exceeds, please check with CX team.
20DC – 24 tons; if weight exceeds, please check with CX team.
40RF – 26 tons without get; 24.5 tons with gen set.
For OOG cargo – case by case.
Restrictions on documentation
Pallets are not to be used as the only package type. It is necessary to indicate the actual number of packages and package type in the suggested format: 'xx cartons on xx pallets'.
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