Multinational
DHL, Maersk, Kuehne+Nagel...
- Own global network
- You're a number in a call center
- 3 to 7 days response time
- High volume minimums
- Rates with surprise charges
- Portal/ticket communication only
- Limited local knowledge
🌎 +10 years moving international freight from Costa Rica
Import with no surprises.
Import with no surprises.
All-in rate in 24 hours.
Your freight forwarder in Costa Rica for FCL, LCL, air freight and special cargo. Transparent rates, agents in +60 countries, personal service — you're not just another number.
+500
Clients served
+10
Years of experience
+1000
Monthly deliveries
100%
Commitment & punctuality
We work with the world's leading carriers
MAERSK
MSC
COSCO
CMA CGM
Hapag-Lloyd
EVERGREEN
About us
Logistics at the speed of a hummingbird
With over a decade of experience in the logistics industry, we were born with a firm purpose: to go beyond the simple movement of goods. We are a team that understands every shipment represents a business opportunity for our clients.
We don't just move cargo; we analyze routes, identify savings, and share knowledge so every logistics decision is more profitable. Our commitment is to be a strategic ally that helps minimize costs and maximize profits, building transparent relationships that last over time.
Work with usSpeed
Optimized processes and fleet availability for the fastest possible delivery.
Reliability
Real-time tracking and constant communication at every stage of your shipment.
Commitment
We adapt to each client's needs to deliver tailor-made solutions.
Our Mission
"To deliver agile and personalized logistics solutions that drive our clients' growth. We operate with full transparency and at a fair cost, building trusted relationships that allow us to grow together."
Our Vision
"To be the trusted logistics partner, recognized for our closeness and commitment to the success of every project. We want to show that efficient and transparent logistics is the foundation for growing businesses and creating a sustainable legacy."
What we do
Our Services
We offer integral logistics solutions for export, import, ocean, air and ground freight, tailored to every need.
Export & Import
Integral management of international trade operations, customs coordination and door-to-door logistics.
FCL Container
Full Container Load shipping. Ideal for cargo that fills an entire container.
Learn more →LCL Container
Less than Container Load consolidated service. Your cargo shares a container, optimizing costs for smaller shipments.
Learn more →Special Equipment
Open top, flat rack, reefer and isotank handling for cargo with special dimensions or conditions.
FTL Trucking
Full Truck Load. Maximum efficiency for high-volume shipments.
LTL Trucking
Less than Truck Load consolidated service. Economical for partial loads with multiple destinations.
Air Freight
International air freight for urgent or high-value shipments requiring maximum delivery speed.
Learn more →Courier
International express courier and parcel service, with real-time tracking for every shipment.
Learn more →Dangerous Goods
Specialized transport of hazardous materials under IATA, IMDG and ADR regulations with strict safety protocols.
Learn more →Temperature Controlled & Cold Chain
Guaranteed cold chain for perishables, pharmaceuticals or any product requiring specific thermal conditions.
Learn more →
Your options
Why choose VS Logistics?
When you import or export, you have three paths. We compare so you can decide with data, not marketing.
VS Logistics
Local agent, global reach
- Dedicated account executive
- Response in under 24 hours
- No volume minimum
- Transparent all-in rates
- WhatsApp, phone and email direct
- +10 years in CR customs
- Partner agents in +60 countries
Do it yourself
Negotiate direct with carriers
- No local agents at origin
- No access to wholesale rates
- You learn from expensive mistakes
- Documentation in other languages
- High personal time investment
- Financial risk on your side
- No minimum, but no service
Process flow
How we work
From request to final delivery: seven transparent steps to move your cargo anywhere in the world.
7
Process steps
< 24h
Response time
+60
Countries in network
100%
Shipment visibility
Where we operate
Our Coverage
Based in Costa Rica, we run national and international routes to connect your business with markets worldwide.
Costa Rica
Central America
International
Global connections
Frequent routes to Costa Rica
We move cargo from the world's leading ports. We coordinate ocean, air and multimodal routes with optimized transit times.
United States
- Miami3-5 days
- Houston5-7 days
- Los Angeles / Long Beach10-14 days
- New York / New Jersey7-10 days
- Savannah6-9 days
Europe
- Rotterdam (NL)18-24 days
- Hamburg (DE)20-26 days
- Antwerp (BE)18-25 days
- Valencia (ES)17-22 days
- Le Havre (FR)19-25 days
Asia
- Shanghai (CN)32-40 days
- Shenzhen / Yantian (CN)30-38 days
- Ningbo (CN)32-40 days
- Hong Kong30-38 days
- Busan (KR)28-35 days
- Singapore35-42 days
South America
- Cartagena (CO)3-5 days
- Callao (PE)7-10 days
- Guayaquil (EC)5-8 days
- Santos (BR)14-20 days
- Buenos Aires (AR)18-25 days
- San Antonio / Valparaiso (CL)12-16 days
* Estimated transit times for regular ocean service. Times may vary by ocean line, season and consolidation. Request a quote for your specific route.
Knowledge center
Resources
Useful tools and information to optimize your logistics and international trade decisions.
Ocean Freight FCL
FCL (Full Container Load) is the exclusive use of an entire container for a single shipment. It is the most economical option per unit when volume exceeds 15–20 CBM. Standard containers are 20' (≈ 25 CBM) and 40' (≈ 65 CBM).
- ✔ Higher security — no shared space
- ✔ Shorter transit time
- ✔ Ideal for large-volume cargo
Ocean Freight LCL
LCL (Less than Container Load) or consolidated cargo allows multiple shipments from different clients to share the same container. Ideal for cargo under 15 CBM — you only pay for the space your goods occupy.
- ✔ Cost proportional to volume
- ✔ Flexible shipment frequency
- ✔ Ideal for SMEs with smaller volumes
Air Freight
Air freight is the fastest mode, used for high-value, urgent or perishable cargo. Cost is calculated on chargeable weight (greater of gross weight or volumetric weight, at 1 CBM = 167 kg).
- ✔ Delivery in days vs. weeks
- ✔ High security, low damage risk
- ✔ Global destination coverage
Ground Freight FTL / LTL
FTL (Full Truck Load) uses an entire truck for a single shipment, while LTL (Less than Truck Load) consolidates loads from different clients. Ideal for Central American routes and door-to-door connections.
- ✔ Ideal for Central America and Mexico
- ✔ Door-to-door delivery
- ✔ Flexibility across cargo types
Special Equipment
For oversized or special-condition cargo we use adapted containers: Open Top (no roof for tall cargo), Flat Rack (no walls for machinery), Reefer (refrigerated) and Isotank (bulk liquids).
- ✔ Open Top: exceptionally tall cargo
- ✔ Flat Rack: machinery and oversized loads
- ✔ Reefer / Isotank: temperature and liquids
International Courier
Courier is the fastest option for documents, samples and small parcels. Door-to-door with real-time tracking and delivery in 1 to 5 business days depending on destination.
- ✔ Real-time tracking
- ✔ Express delivery worldwide
- ✔ Ideal for samples and documents
Incoterms® 2020 (International Commercial Terms) are terms published by the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) that define the responsibilities of buyers and sellers in international trade transactions. They determine who bears the costs of transport, insurance and risk of goods at each stage of the journey.
For any mode of transport
EXW
Ex Works
The seller makes the goods available at their premises. The buyer bears all costs and risks from that point, including loading, transport and export.
FCA
Free Carrier
The seller delivers the goods to the carrier designated by the buyer at the agreed place. Risk passes to the buyer at that point of delivery.
CPT
Carriage Paid To
The seller pays freight to the agreed destination, but risk transfers to the buyer when the goods are handed to the first carrier at origin.
CIP
Carriage and Insurance Paid To
Similar to CPT, but the seller also contracts broad-coverage cargo insurance in favor of the buyer for the entire main transit.
DAP
Delivered At Place
The seller delivers the goods at the agreed destination, ready for unloading. Import duties and taxes are borne by the buyer.
DPU
Delivered at Place Unloaded
The seller delivers the goods unloaded at the destination point. It's the only incoterm that requires the seller to handle unloading at destination.
DDP
Delivered Duty Paid
The seller bears all costs and risks until delivering goods at destination, including import duties and taxes. Maximum responsibility for the seller.
Sea and inland waterway transport only
FAS
Free Alongside Ship
The seller delivers the goods alongside the vessel at the port of shipment. From that point the buyer assumes all costs and risks.
FOB
Free On Board
The seller delivers the goods on board the vessel at the port of origin. One of the most widely used incoterms in international ocean trade.
CFR
Cost and Freight
The seller pays ocean freight to the destination port, but risk transfers to the buyer once the cargo is on board at the origin port.
CIF
Cost, Insurance and Freight
The seller pays cost, insurance and ocean freight to the destination port. Risk transfers at origin (like CFR), but the seller contracts minimum insurance. Widely used in international trade.
* Based on Incoterms® 2020 by the International Chamber of Commerce. Always consult with your customs broker for the correct application to your operation.
Calculate the chargeable weight of your cargo. The chargeable weight is the greater of gross weight or volumetric weight — and is what freight is billed on.
Result
Total volume
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Volumetric weight
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Gross weight
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⚡ Chargeable weight
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Frequently asked
What we get asked most
We answer the most common questions about our freight, import and export services.
How long does an ocean shipment from China to Costa Rica take?
The average transit time from China's main ports (Shanghai, Shenzhen, Ningbo) to Costa Rica is 30 to 40 days on regular ocean service. Times may vary depending on the ocean line, season (peak or off-peak), and whether cargo is FCL (full container) or LCL (consolidated).
What's the difference between FCL and LCL?
FCL (Full Container Load): exclusive use of an entire container for a single shipment. It's the most economical option per unit when volume exceeds 15–20 CBM.
LCL (Less than Container Load): consolidated service where your cargo shares a container with other clients' goods. You pay only for the space your cargo occupies. Ideal for volumes under 15 CBM.
What documents do I need to import into Costa Rica?
The basic documents for an import are:
- Commercial Invoice
- Packing List
- Bill of Lading (B/L) for ocean or Airway Bill (AWB) for air
- Certificate of Origin (if applicable for tariff preferences)
- Specific permits depending on the cargo (sanitary, phytosanitary, etc.)
Our team will advise you on the specific documentation for your case.
Do you coordinate customs clearance in Costa Rica?
Yes. We work with allied customs brokerages to coordinate the entire clearance process at Costa Rican customs (Caldera, Limón, Juan Santamaría Airport). We offer door-to-door service so you only have to worry about receiving your goods.
What does the door-to-door service include?
Our door-to-door service covers the entire logistics chain:
- Pickup at origin (supplier's warehouse)
- Inland transport to the origin port/airport
- International freight (ocean or air)
- Customs clearance in Costa Rica
- Local transport to the client's final address
Do you handle dangerous goods or temperature-controlled cargo?
Yes. We have experience shipping dangerous goods under IATA, IMDG and ADR regulations with strict safety protocols, and temperature-controlled cargo for perishables, pharmaceuticals or goods that require cold chain. Request a detailed quote based on your cargo characteristics.
How do I request a quote?
You can request a quote through any of these channels:
- Contact form at the bottom of this page
- Email: sales@vslogistics.cr
- Phone or WhatsApp: (506) 8783-4730
We'll respond in less than 24 business hours with a detailed proposal.
Let's talk
Contact Us
Our customer service team is available for any inquiry or feedback.
Phone
(506) 8783-4730
Email
sales@vslogistics.cr
Location
Ulloa, Heredia, Costa Rica
Business hours
Monday to Friday, 8:00 am – 6:00 pm