At Royal Shipping Lines, we provide international shipping services directly to Côte d’Ivoire’s main seaports, ensuring smooth customs clearance, secure storage, and reliable distribution of vehicles, containers, and machinery across the country.

📍 Port of Abidjan – Côte d’Ivoire’s largest and busiest port, handling containerized shipments, RoRo vessels, bulk cargo, and petroleum products. Often called the “Gateway to West Africa,” it is one of the most important maritime hubs in the region.

📍 Port of San Pedro – A key deep-water port located on the southwest coast, specializing in cocoa exports, containerized shipments, and bulk cargo. It also serves as a growing hub for regional and international trade.

🏢 Bonded Warehouses in Côte d’Ivoire

📍 Abidjan Zone – Central hub for bonded storage, customs clearance, and distribution of vehicles, machinery, and commercial cargo throughout Côte d’Ivoire.

🛳️ East Coast USA (Miami, Fort Lauderdale, New York, Savannah → Abidjan/San Pedro): 18–25 days 🚀 Fastest Route
🛳️ Gulf Coast USA (Houston, New Orleans → Abidjan/San Pedro): 20–28 days
🛳️ Transshipments via Europe (e.g., Antwerp, Valencia, or Algeciras): Cargo may be routed through major European hubs before final delivery into Côte d’Ivoire (Abidjan or San Pedro).

⚠️ Note: Transit times are approximate and may vary depending on the shipping line, transshipment schedules, seasonal demand, and whether you select RoRo, Lo/Lo, or container shipping.

👉 Fastest Route: Shipping from the U.S. East Coast—particularly Miami and New York—typically offers the shortest transit time of 18–25 days, making it the best choice for time-sensitive vehicles, household goods, and commercial cargo shipments to Côte d’Ivoire.

🚗 Ro/Ro (Roll-On/Roll-Off)
Your vehicle or equipment is driven directly onto the vessel and secured inside a protected cargo deck. This option is ideal for operable cars, SUVs, trucks, buses, motorhomes, and heavy machinery. It offers a cost-effective and reliable shipping method to Côte d’Ivoire’s main ports, including Abidjan and San Pedro.

📦 Container Shipping
Best for non-running vehicles, high-value cars, motorcycles, RVs, boats on trailers, or multiple units. Available in 20ft and 40ft containers, with shared container options to help lower costs. Perfect for customers seeking extra protection and security during shipment to Côte d’Ivoire.

⚙️ Agricultural & Construction Machinery
Côte d’Ivoire imports tractors, harvesters, excavators, and other heavy equipment to support its agriculture, infrastructure, and industrial sectors. We provide Ro/Ro, container, and flat rack shipping solutions designed for oversized and non-standard cargo, ensuring safe loading, secure stowage, and smooth delivery.