Shipping to Aqaba
Aqaba, at the northern tip of the Red Sea, is Jordan's only seaport and a special economic zone with lower taxes. All ocean cargo to Jordan, including cargo for Amman, is cleared here.
Practical tips. Choose Aqaba for consignees in Aqaba itself and the special economic zone, where many goods enter with reduced duties. The HS code must appear on the bill of lading. Aqaba is also a holiday town for diving and the gateway to Wadi Rum and Petra.
Summers are extremely hot, so plan collection early in the day and protect heat-sensitive goods.
The Aqaba Special Economic Zone Authority handles customs within the zone, and many logistics firms are based there. The port is close to the borders of Egypt, Israel and Saudi Arabia, and some cargo continues to Iraq by road.
Shipping rates from Canada to Aqaba
| Destination | From Toronto | From Montreal | From Vancouver |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aqaba | USD 6 / cu ft 67 days · min. USD 476.92 | USD 6 / cu ft 67 days · min. USD 476.92 | USD 9 / cu ft 81 days · min. USD 582.88 |
Examples from Toronto: 0.5 CBM / 100 kg USD 476.92; 2 CBM / 400 kg USD 688.84. The carrier charges by volume or by weight (1,000 kg per CBM), whichever is greater. From the Prairies, the quote adds Fastfrate trucking to Montreal or Vancouver.
Personal effects: Personal effects and household goods are accepted subject to carrier approval: we send your packing list and passport copy to the carrier before you pay. Carrier conditions for Jordan: Cargo going to Amman, need to be cleared at Aqaba; HS Code Required On BL; Subject to ISPM 15 Packing Regulations.
Documents: a signed packing list and a passport copy for personal effects, a commercial invoice and packing list for commercial cargo. Customs value up to CAD 2,000; cargo palletized or crated on ISPM 15 wood.
Nearest other destinations in Jordan: Amman (284 km). All destinations and rates: shipping to Jordan.
Rates valid October 1–31, 2026; totals include A1 fees of USD 265.00. Destination charges are confirmed by the carrier, duties and taxes are paid by the consignee, and transit days are the carrier's estimate.