Movecorp are experts in Shipping Containers to Costa Rica
Opting to use container shipping to Costa Rica from the UK is a great idea. If you have an abundance of household items to take over to Costa Rica, but you’re not sure how, don’t leave anything behind, bring it all with you using our freight shipping.
Movecorp are experts in sending shipping containers to Costa Rica from the UK because we have done it so many times. No matter the size of the delivery or the items being shipped, we’ll get the job done right every time.
Living in Costa Rica
Costa Rica is a Central American country, residing on the thin stretch of land that connects the continents of North America and South America. It is bordered by Nicaragua to the north, and Panama to the south; to the east and west lie coastlines adjacent to the Pacific Ocean and Caribbean Sea respectively. Its capital, San Jose, sits very centrally within the country, in which 334,000 of the 4,857,000 overall population live. Costa Rica is very much a stable country within a region that is characterised by instability; there is well-established democracy, effective education infrastructure, and substantial foreign investment in its Free Trade Zones. It is well-known and highly-praised for its environmental policies; it has consistently met international environmental targets and generates 98% of its electricity using sustainable methods. The country is Spanish-speaking and predominately Roman Catholic, although some immigration has led to other religious minorities. Costa Rican cuisine is a reflection of its geographical position and history; it comprises a blend of Spanish influences in terms of ingredients and spices on native American and Caribbean approaches. Interestingly, Costa Rica has a very strong record in terms of health. The Nicoya Peninsula has been recognised due to its inhabitants reaching the age of 100 at an uncommonly consistent level, while medical tourism is Costa Rica is also well-established.
Useful Costa Rica Travel Info
| Flight Time From UK |
Currency |
Main Airports |
Main Shipping Ports |
| 10hrs 50mins |
Costa Rican Colon |
Liberia, San Jose de Costa Rica |
Puerto de Caldera |
How Do I Use Shipping Containers to Costa Rica?
Shipping containers to Costa Rica from the UK is easy with Movecorp. All you have to do is give us a call for a quick, free quote so that we can begin to understand your shipping needs. From there, we will send out a surveying service team to assess the items you wish to ship in a container to Costa Rica.
After that, our expert wrapping and packing team will prep your items for shipping and put them in our shipping containers. You can opt to use a shared container or a sole-use container. Almost anything can be shipped, from sofas and beds to computers and bikes – simply ask!
Then we will ship your goods to Costa Rica and unpack them upon arrival at your chosen destination. Easy peasy!
How Much Does It Cost to Send Shipping Containers to Costa Rica?
It will be faster but more expensive if you opt to use air freight. If you have a large load of items, you will need to use a sole-use container. This way you can fill the entire shipping container, the 20ft or 40ft options, as needed.
Included in the cost of shipping containers to Costa Rica:
- A move coordinator to help with the whole process
- Insurance on your goods
- Packing and unpacking
- Door-to-door collection and delivery
What are the shipping methods for sending items to Costa Rica?
Air FreightSea FreightShipping-containers to Costa Rica via Air Freight
If you need your belongings in Costa Rica in a hurry, airfreight is the quickest transit method to move your possessions internationally. Shipping-containers via air freight are highly convenient, but this does come with a higher price tag. Your quote for Costa Rica Shipping-containers is calculated based on the weight of your consignment, meaning it is not so economical for larger loads such as an entire home.
If you are only sending a one bedroom flat, some boxes of clothes or a few items of furniture to Costa Rica but you require them urgently, air freight is a convenient transport method. Many Removals.co.uk customers will make use of our air freight to Costa Rica service cooperatively with another method of transportation. Such as sending a small number of items they need as a priority via air freight and everything else they can send via sea freight to cut costs.
Another factor that might influence the cost of your Shipping-containers to Costa Rica via air freight is what happens with your goods upon their arrival in Costa Rica. You can choose to collect your goods at the airport yourself, or you can request that diligent moving teams deliver your goods to the kerbside of your new home.
Shipping-containers to Costa Rica via Sea Freight
For Shipping-containers to Costa Rica, sea freight is one of the most favoured transport methods due to its cost-effectiveness and ease for our clients. Shipping-containers to Costa Rica via sea freight can sometimes be a slow process, therefore we advise that you allow ample time for your delivery.
Shared container load is the ideal Shipping-containers to Costa Rica choice if you have a small consignment such as a one bedroom flat, a studio apartment or a small office space. All of your goods and furnishings will be wrapped, packed and loaded onto a shared shipping container to Costa Rica and you will only pay for the space this baggage occupies.
Dedicated container load is the recommended Costa Rica Shipping-containers method if you are sending an entire home load or a large commercial office space. You will pay to receive the sole use of a 20ft or 40ft shipping container. A 20ft container will fit a three-bedroom home comfortably and 40ft is sufficient space if you want to send a vehicle amongst other goods.
Owing to our partnership with a number of global removals organisations, your goods will be delivered to the destination of your choice in Costa Rica, by a team of movers that are committed to delivering a premium service.
Why Choose Movecorp for Your Container Shipping to Costa Rica?
At Movecorp, we are so confident in our services for shipping containers UK to Costa Rica that we offer a price match service. If you can find a better price, we will try to beat it.
Make sure you enjoy your trip abroad by trusting in Movecorp to handle all the hard parts when shipping containers to Costa Rica.
