Shipping to Ashdod and central Israel
Ashdod, on the coast about 40 km south of Tel Aviv, is Israel's second-largest port and the gateway for the centre and south, including Tel Aviv, Jerusalem and Beersheba.
Practical tips. New immigrants and returning residents claim duty exemptions on household goods through the Israel Tax Authority, with confirmation of their status. The bill of lading must show the importer's identification numbers and the HS code. Electrical appliances must meet Israeli standards.
Choose Ashdod for consignees in Gush Dan, Jerusalem and the Negev. Tel Aviv's central streets are narrow and parking is scarce, so movers often use smaller vehicles.
Ashdod is a fast-growing city with many immigrant communities, and its port also handles cargo for the Gaza-bordering south. Tel Aviv's high-tech companies often receive equipment through Ashdod.
Shipping rates from Canada to Ashdod
| Destination | From Toronto | From Montreal | From Vancouver |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ashdod | USD 7 / cu ft 37 days · min. USD 512.24 | USD 7 / cu ft 37 days · min. USD 512.24 | USD 12 / cu ft 47 days · min. USD 688.84 |
Examples from Toronto: 0.5 CBM / 100 kg USD 512.24; 2 CBM / 400 kg USD 759.48. 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 Israel: Subject to War Risk S/C - Inquire for Rate; B/L Must Show Exporter No. / Importer VAT No. / Registration No. / H.S. Code; Personal Effects / Household Goods On Approval; 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 Israel: Haifa (118 km). All destinations and rates: shipping to Israel.
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.