🚢 Ro/Ro & Container Shipping Options

📅 Weekly Sailings from major U.S. ports to Santo Domingo, Caucedo, Puerto Plata & Rio Haina
🛡️ Fully Licensed, Bonded & Insured for secure transport
🧾 Complete Customs Documentation Assistance
📍 Real-Time Shipment Tracking for peace of mind
🚚 Door-to-Port Pickup available across the USA
💰 Affordable Rates with transparent pricing and no hidden fees

Whether you’re shipping to the Dominican Republic for the first time or you’re a frequent exporter, our team ensures a smooth, reliable, and stress-free shipping experience every step of the way.

Royal Shipping Lines is:

✅ FMC Licensed & Bonded
✅ A U.S.-based company
✅ Experienced with Copart, IAAI, Adesa & Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers (RB Auctions)
✅ Compliant with Dominican Republic Customs regulations

Let our team guide you through each step — from pickup in the USA to customs clearance at the Ports of Santo Domingo, Caucedo, Puerto Plata, or Rio Haina.

Whether you’re moving abroad permanently, studying, or relocating for work, Royal Shipping Lines provides secure and affordable shipping services for personal effects and household goods from the USA to the Dominican Republic. With regular sailings to the ports of Santo Domingo, Caucedo, Puerto Plata, and Rio Haina, we make international moving simple, efficient, and stress-free.

📦 Household Goods & Personal Effects Shipping
We handle a wide variety of items essential for your move, including:

• Furniture (beds, sofas, tables, cabinets)

• Appliances (refrigerators, washers, dryers, stoves)

• Electronics (TVs, computers, sound systems)

• Kitchenware & everyday household essentials

• Clothing, books, and personal belongings

• Packed boxes or full household shipments

🚛 Relocation Services & Options
Our team ensures your belongings arrive safely and on time with flexible shipping methods:

• FCL (Full Container Load): A private 20ft or 40ft container for entire household moves

• LCL (Less-than-Container Load): Shared containers for smaller shipments or partial moves

• Door-to-Port Service: Pickup anywhere in the USA with delivery to your selected Dominican port

• Customs Clearance Support: Guidance on required documentation and smooth processing with Dominican Customs

At Royal Shipping Lines, we specialize in shipping all types of vehicles from the USA to the Dominican Republic’s main ports — Santo Domingo, Caucedo, Puerto Plata, and Rio Haina. We ensure safe, reliable, and cost-efficient transport for every shipment, fully compliant with Dominican Customs regulations.

🚗 Passenger Cars
🚙 SUVs and Crossovers
🚐 Pickup Trucks and Vans
🏍️ Motorcycles and Scooters
🚛 Commercial Trucks and Fleets
🚐 Motorhomes & RVs
🏌️ Golf Carts – ideal for resorts, hotels, and private communities
🏎️ Luxury, Classic & Collector Vehicles

At Royal Shipping Lines, we specialize in shipping boats, jet skis, and other watercraft from the USA to the Dominican Republic’s main ports — Santo Domingo, Caucedo, Puerto Plata, and Rio Haina. Whether you’re transporting a personal boat, a fleet of jet skis, or larger recreational vessels, our team ensures safe, reliable, and cost-effective delivery, fully compliant with Dominican Customs regulations.

⚓ Types of Boats & Watercraft We Ship to the Dominican Republic

🛶 Small Boats & Dinghies – shipped in containers or crated for protection
🚤 Jet Skis & Personal Watercraft – shipped on trailers or secured in containers
🛥️ Yachts & Luxury Boats – transported via specialized carriers for maximum safety
⛵ Sailboats – shipped with cradles or flat-rack containers
🚢 Commercial & Fishing Boats – oversized shipping options available

The Dominican Republic continues to expand its construction, agriculture, and infrastructure sectors, making reliable shipping services essential for contractors, farmers, and equipment dealers. At Royal Shipping Lines, we specialize in transporting heavy-duty equipment from the USA to the Dominican Republic’s main ports — Rio Haina, Caucedo, and Puerto Plata — with secure, efficient, and fully compliant logistics solutions.

🚜 Agricultural Machinery Shipping
We handle all types of farm equipment imports, including:

• Tractors

• Harvesters & Combines

• Planters & Seeders

• Sprayers & Cultivators

• Other essential machinery for the Dominican Republic’s growing agricultural sector

🏗 Construction & Industrial Equipment Shipping
Our team also manages the transport of large-scale machinery for construction and industrial use, such as:

• Excavators, Bulldozers & Loaders

• Cranes & Graders

• Forklifts & Heavy Trucks

• Mining & Earthmoving Equipment

• At Royal Shipping Lines, we provide international shipping services directly to the Dominican Republic’s major seaports, ensuring smooth customs clearance, secure storage, and efficient distribution of vehicles, containers, boats, and machinery across the country.
  
  📍 Port of Caucedo – A modern deep-water container terminal near Santo Domingo, ideal for large-scale containerized shipments and logistics.
  📍 Port of Puerto Plata – Important for northern Dominican Republic trade, serving vehicles, household goods, and containers.
  📍 Port of Rio Haina – The country’s primary commercial port, handling containerized cargo, vehicles, and general goods.
  📍 Port of Santo Domingo – Handles cargo and passenger operations, supporting both commercial imports and cruise traffic.

  🏢 Bonded Warehouses in the Dominican Republic
  📍 Santo Domingo / Rio Haina Zone – Central hub for bonded storage, customs clearance, and nationwide distribution of vehicles, machinery, household goods, and commercial cargo across the Dominican Republic.

🛳️ East Coast USA (Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Jacksonville, Savannah → Rio Haina / Caucedo / Santo Domingo): 3–7 days 🚀 Fastest Route
🛳️ Gulf Coast USA (Houston, Galveston, New Orleans → Rio Haina / Caucedo): 7–10 days
🛳️ Other U.S. Ports (New York, Baltimore, Newark → Rio Haina / Caucedo / Puerto Plata): 10–14 days

⚠️ Transit times are approximate and may vary depending on the shipping line, route, seasonal conditions, and whether you select RoRo, Lo/Lo, or container shipping.

👉 Fastest Route: Shipping from the U.S. East Coast (Florida) to the Dominican Republic typically offers the shortest transit time (3–7 days), making it the best choice for time-sensitive vehicle and cargo shipments.

🚗 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 the Dominican Republic’s major ports, including Rio Haina, Caucedo, and Puerto Plata.

📦 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 (LCL) options to help reduce costs. Perfect for customers seeking extra protection and security during shipment.

⚙️ Agricultural & Construction Machinery
The Dominican Republic is a growing market for tractors, harvesters, excavators, and other heavy equipment. We provide Ro/Ro, container, and flat-rack shipping solutions designed for oversized and non-standard cargo, ensuring safe loading, secure stowage, and on-time delivery.

To ensure smooth customs clearance when shipping personal effects or household goods from the USA to the Dominican Republic, you will typically need the following documents:

📑 Valid Passport – copy of the consignee’s identification page
📑 Bill of Lading (BOL) – issued by the carrier with shipment details
📑 Packing List / Inventory – detailed list of all items included in the shipment
📑 Commercial Invoice or Valuation – if required for customs purposes
📑 Proof of Residence in the Dominican Republic – such as a lease agreement, work permit, or residency card (for those relocating)
📑 Import Permit or Authorization – for restricted or regulated items

⚠️ Important: Dominican Customs may request additional documentation depending on the nature of the shipment. Our team at Royal Shipping Lines will assist you throughout the process to ensure compliance, avoid delays, and simplify your move.

✅ Original Vehicle Title – must be clear of liens
✅ Bill of Sale or Purchase Invoice – proof of ownership and value
✅ Valid Passport or Driver’s License – identification for the consignee
✅ Consignee’s Dominican Tax ID (RNC or Cédula de Identidad y Electoral) – required for customs clearance

Shipping a boat from the USA to the Dominican Republic’s ports — Rio Haina, Caucedo, Puerto Plata, or Santo Domingo — is a straightforward process with Royal Shipping Lines. Our team manages every step to ensure your vessel arrives safely and in full compliance with Dominican customs regulations.

Steps to Ship a Boat to the Dominican Republic:

1. Prepare Documentation – Original vessel title, registration, bill of sale, and a valid passport for the consignee.

2. Select Shipping Method – Choose between RoRo (for trailer-ready boats) or container/flat-rack shipping for smaller boats, jet skis, or sailboats.

3. Boat Preparation – Drain fuel and water tanks, disconnect batteries, and secure all loose items.

4. Transport to U.S. Port – We arrange pickup anywhere in the USA and deliver your boat to the nearest port of departure.

5. Loading & Shipping – Your boat is professionally secured for ocean transport and shipped to your selected Dominican port.

6. Customs Clearance in the Dominican Republic – Our agents assist with clearance, duties, and delivery arrangements.

⚠️ Important: Certain items (hazardous materials, firearms, or restricted equipment) cannot be shipped with boats. Our team will guide you through Dominican regulations to ensure a smooth process.

When shipping heavy machinery or industrial equipment from the USA to the Dominican Republic, the following documents are typically required for smooth customs clearance:

• Commercial Invoice – with full description and declared value of the equipment

• Packing List – detailed breakdown of machinery, parts, and accessories

• Bill of Lading (BOL) – issued by the carrier with shipment details

• Certificate of Origin – confirming where the machinery was manufactured

• Import Permit or Authorization – if required for specific machinery types

• Valid Passport or Company Registration Documents – for the consignee in the Dominican Republic

⚠️ Important Requirements for Equipment:

• Machinery and equipment with tracks must be thoroughly cleaned prior to delivery to prevent soil contamination and avoid customs delays.

• All equipment must be fully operable, with no major issues or leaks, to be accepted for shipping.

• Dominican Customs may request additional paperwork depending on the type of machinery, whether it is new or used, and its intended use.

💡 Our experts at Royal Shipping Lines will guide you through every step of the process to ensure compliance, minimize delays, and avoid unnecessary charges.

• ❌ Older vehicles – Importation of cars older than 5 years and trucks or goods vehicles older than 15 years is prohibited.

• ❌ Used clothing vehicles – Importing vehicles designed for transporting used goods is restricted.

• ❌ Salvage or non-repairable vehicles – Cars with salvage, scrap, or non-repairable titles are not allowed.

• ⚠️ Import permits – All vehicle imports require an Import Permit from Dominican Customs.

• ⚠️ Emissions and safety compliance – Vehicles must meet the country’s emissions standards and road safety regulations.

• ⚠️ Duties and taxes – Importers must pay customs duties, VAT, and other applicable taxes based on the vehicle’s value and engine size.

When shipping goods from the USA to the Dominican Republic, it’s important to understand the customs regulations and import restrictions to avoid delays or penalties.

❌ Prohibited Imports

The following items cannot be imported into the Dominican Republic:

• 🌾 Agricultural products – Certain items require discretionary import licenses from the Ministry of Agriculture. Dairy products also require approval from the Ministry of Public Health (DIGEMAPS). These controls limit imports that compete with local production.

• 🚗 Used cars older than 5 years – Importation of older passenger vehicles is prohibited.

• 🚚 Commercial vehicles over 15 years old – Includes pick-up trucks, light trucks, and other transport vehicles.

• 👕 Used clothing – Banned from import, although enforcement may vary.

⚠️ Restricted Imports

Some products can be imported into the Dominican Republic but require permits, licenses, or special clearance:

• 🌾 Agricultural products – Import licenses from the Ministry of Agriculture (and DIGEMAPS for dairy).

• 💊 Pharmaceuticals & medical products – Must be approved by the Ministry of Public Health.

• 🍷 Alcohol and tobacco – Subject to import duties and strict regulations.

• 🔫 Firearms & ammunition – Require special permits from the Ministry of Interior and Police.

• 🚘 Motor vehicles – Must meet Dominican customs regulations, age restrictions, and emissions standards.

• 💎 Luxury goods – Higher import duties and restrictions may apply.

✅ Tip for Shippers: Royal Shipping Lines provides full customs documentation assistance to ensure your cargo complies with Dominican Republic import laws.