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Ascope Shipping provides container shipping from the UK to Kenya for household goods, personal effects, commercial cargo and larger shipments. We arrange FCL(Full Container Load) and LCL(Less than Container Load) services to Mombasa, with support from UK collection and export procedures through to Kenyan customs clearance.
With over 15 years of international shipping experience, we can help you choose the right container shipping option for the size and type of goods you need to ship.
We hold a 4.7-star Trustpilot rating from more than 690 reviews, earned by doing the basics right: honest quotes, careful handling, and clear communication from the day you book to the day your goods arrive.
Container shipping to Kenya is a route we know well, and our customers notice the difference:
Relocating your family, sending stock for your business, or simply posting some boxes home, we give every shipment the same care and attention.
A shipping container is the safest way to move your belongings overseas. Most of what we ship to Kenya falls into one of these categories:
If you need to ship a vehicle together with household goods or personal effects, we can discuss container loading options. If the vehicle is your main or only shipment, our dedicated car shipping to Kenya service is the better place to start.
Nobody wants to be caught out by hidden charges, so here is a straightforward guide to 2026 pricing:
| Service | Typical Cost (from) |
|---|---|
| LCL / shared container (part load) | from £850 |
| 20ft container (FCL) | from £1,800 |
| 40ft container (FCL) | from £2,900 |
The exact figure depends on your volume, container size, and the time of year you ship. Get in touch for a firm, tailored quote before you book.
The right method comes down to how much you’re sending and how quickly you need it there.
Your goods travel alone in a sealed container, collected, loaded, and delivered without sharing space with anyone else’s cargo. This suits full household moves and larger commercial shipments best, where speed and security matter most.
Your goods share space with other shipments, so you only pay for the room you use. It is the smarter choice for smaller loads, part-house moves, or a handful of boxes heading home.
A 20ft container is suitable for many household moves, personal effects shipments and commercial consignments. The amount you can load depends on the type and size of your goods, so we recommend discussing your shipment with us before booking.
A 40ft container provides additional capacity for larger household moves, commercial cargo and bulky goods. If you are unsure whether you need a 20ft or 40ft container, we can recommend the most suitable option based on the volume of your shipment.
Still weighing up your options? Our FCL vs LCL guide explains the difference in full, and our groupage shipping page covers how shared containers work.
Mombasa is Kenya’s principal gateway and the port we use for all our container shipments to the country. From there, we arrange onward transport to Nairobi and destinations right across East Africa, so your shipment travels door to door, not just port to port.
Transit time to Kenya generally runs as follows:
| Method | Transit Time |
|---|---|
| FCL (sole-use) | 21 – 28 days |
| LCL (shared) | 28 – 35 days |
FCL arrives sooner because your container sails as soon as it’s sealed. LCL takes a little longer while it’s consolidated with other shipments. Add a few extra days once your container reaches Mombasa for customs clearance.
Getting through customs smoothly for container shipping to Kenya comes down to having the right paperwork ready before your container even leaves the UK:
Our team prepares the paperwork, works with the agents in Kenya, and flags anything that needs sorting before your shipment departs. For general guidance on charges, see our customs duties advice page, or check the latest requirements with the Kenya Revenue Authority.
A long sea crossing calls for proper cover. We recommend marine cargo insurance on every shipment, so your belongings are protected for their full value from UK collection through to delivery in Kenya.
Getting started takes three simple steps:
Container shipping to Kenya with Ascope Shipping means fifteen years of experience working for you. With over 14,000 shipments delivered, we handle everything from collection to Kenyan customs clearance, so you don’t have to. Call us on 01482 228366, WhatsApp +44 7717 769925, or complete our online form for a free, no-obligation quote.
Shipping a container to Kenya from the UK starts from £850 for a shared LCL load, £1,800 for a 20ft FCL container, and £2,900 for a 40ft container. The exact cost depends on your volume, container size, and the time of year you ship.
LCL (Less than Container Load) is the cheapest option for smaller shipments, since you only pay for the space your goods take up, from around £850. For a full household move, a 20ft FCL container from £1,800 works out more cost-effective.
A container typically takes 21 to 28 days to reach Mombasa on FCL, or 28 to 35 days on LCL, since shared loads take longer to consolidate. Add a few extra days for customs clearance once it arrives in Kenya.
You’ll need an Import Declaration Form (IDF), a Bill of Lading, a commercial invoice, and a packing list, all matching exactly. Getting these details right before your container leaves the UK helps avoid delays at Kenyan customs.
Container shipments from the UK arrive at the Port of Mombasa, Kenya’s main shipping gateway. From Mombasa, onward transport can be arranged to Nairobi and other cities across East Africa.
Yes, a vehicle can be shipped alongside furniture and personal belongings in the same container to save on costs. If you’re only sending a vehicle with no other cargo, a dedicated car shipping service to Kenya is usually the better option.
You can ship household furniture, personal effects, electronics, business stock, and equipment in a container to Kenya. Oversized or bulky items can also be shipped using flat rack containers where needed.
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