FGA Cargo Logistics Blog
Practical guides for businesses importing to Cyprus — customs, VAT, LCL & FCL shipping, Incoterms, documentation, and country-specific lanes from across Europe.
Cyprus Import Duty in 2026: A Practical Guide for Businesses
How to calculate Cyprus import duty using TARIC codes, understand EU vs third-country rates, and avoid the three most expensive mistakes.
Cyprus Import VAT for Businesses: Rates, Postponed VAT and How to Reclaim
Standard 19%, postponed VAT accounting, the reverse-charge rule, and how to reclaim — a plain-English Cyprus import VAT guide for B2B importers in 2026.
LCL Shipping to Cyprus — A 2026 Business Guide
How LCL groupage from Europe to Cyprus actually works in 2026: transit times, cut-offs, pricing logic, and when to pick LCL over a full container.
The True Cost of Importing to Cyprus: 9 Charges Beyond the Freight Rate
The freight rate is usually the cheapest part of an import. Here are the nine charges Cyprus B2B importers regularly underestimate — with realistic 2026 numbers.
LCL vs FCL to Cyprus: When Your Volume Justifies a Full Container
The crossover point between LCL groupage and FCL containers when shipping to Cyprus is around 12–15 CBM — but it depends on lane, cargo type, and cash flow. Here's how to decide.
Customs Clearance Cyprus: A Step-by-Step Guide for Commercial Imports
From SAD filing to release at Limassol — exactly what happens during a Cyprus customs clearance, in what order, and what causes delays.
Incoterms 2020 for Cyprus Importers: EXW, FOB, CIF, DAP Compared
The Incoterm in your purchase order decides who pays for what, who insures, and who handles customs. Here's how the major Incoterms play out specifically for Cyprus B2B imports.
The Commercial Invoice for Cyprus Imports: A 12-Point Checklist
Cyprus Customs reads your commercial invoice line by line. A missing field or unclear description triggers red-channel review. Get every detail right before goods leave the supplier.
Importing from Germany to Cyprus: 5 Industries Driving 2026 Demand
Germany is the third-largest source of Cyprus imports. Here are the five B2B categories where Cypriot importers are gaining the most ground in 2026 — and how the lane actually works.
Door-to-Door vs Port-to-Port: What Actually Saves Your Cyprus Business More
Port-to-port quotes look cheap on paper but hide the most expensive part of a Cyprus import. Door-to-door is almost always the better B2B choice — here's the proof.
EORI Number for Cyprus Importers: When You Need It and How to Apply
Every Cyprus B2B importer needs an EORI before their first commercial shipment. Here's exactly what it is, when it applies, and how to register in under a week.
Importing from China to Cyprus: A B2B Reality Check for 2026
China is the largest non-EU import source for Cyprus. Here's what the lane actually looks like in 2026 — costs, lead times, anti-dumping risks, and the four mistakes that turn cheap goods into expensive ones.
Sea vs Air Freight to Cyprus in 2026: A Total Cost Comparison
Air freight is 5–10× more expensive per kg than sea, but for some Cyprus B2B shipments it's the cheaper option once you factor in inventory cost and lead time. Here's how to decide.