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Top International Freight Forwarder

When you need a reliable international freight forwarding company, Approved Freight Forwarders is your trusted partner for all your international shipping needs. We specialize in offering end-to-end solutions for international ocean freight or international air freight, making us the best choice for businesses looking to ship cargo across borders efficiently and cost-effectively.

We are not like other freight forwarders as we arrange transportation all the way from origin to destination. We’ll handle it all with our end-to-end, cost-effective international freight solutions.

We offer competitive international freight shipping rates tailored to your specific needs, whether you require air freight or ocean freight.

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End-to-End International Freight Solutions

Ocean Freight (FCL, LCL)

We offer international ocean freight shipping for full containers (FCL) and less-than-container loads (LCL). We will handle all logistics, ensuring the safe transport of your goods.

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Air Freight Solutions

We’re not restrained by set contracts or allotments, so we offer the most flexible international air freight solutions available, plus door-to-door service to save you time and hassle.

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Trucking (FTL, LTL)

With a range of trucking options—including full truckload (FTL), less-than-truckload (LTL), and drayage/short-haul solutions—we’ve got your trucking needs covered.

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Freight Shipping International Services

Located in Los Angeles, CA, we are one of the top international freight forwarders in the area. We assist businesses with shipping goods both into the U.S. and overseas, including:

Companies sourcing materials or goods from abroad
Growing businesses exporting goods to international marketplaces
Government entities like FEMA and the U.N. who need to move materials across a single border—or several

As a trusted international freight forwarder, we are equipped to offer competitive international freight shipping rates, whether you need to ship containers, pallets, or other types of cargo.

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Why Choose Approved Freight Forwarders for International Freight?

Customs Support for Ocean and Air Freight

Customs clearance can be one of the most complicated parts of international shipping. As an experienced international freight forwarding company, we guide you through the process, ensuring all the right paperwork is in order. If your shipment requires any localized legal documents, we’ll make sure everything is prepared to avoid delays.

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Shipping Solutions Tailored to Your Business

As aAsAs a leading international freight forwarding company, we work closely with you to develop a cost-effective shipping strategy that aligns with your goals. Our consolidation capabilities help save costs by grouping shipments together when applicable, allowing you to reduce your shipping expenses.

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Real-Time Reporting and Assistance

With our online tracking system, you can monitor your shipment’s progress in real-time. From port to destination, we keep you informed every step of the way. Plus, your dedicated account representative is always available to provide support and answer any questions.

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Your International Freight Shipments, Handled

Why call around to multiple providers, when the international freight experts at Approved can handle your shipment with ease, all the way from origin to destination? We’ll custom solution that gets your cargo exactly where it needs to go, efficiently and effectively.

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Frequently Asked Questions About International Freight

What Is the Cheapest Way to Ship Internationally?

If you’re sending a shipment large enough to qualify as freight, then ocean freight will usually be the cheapest way to ship your goods. It can be one of the slowest modes of transportation, but, with a little planning ahead, our team can help you set up a shipping schedule that keeps your inventory at optimal levels.

To learn more about shipping cargo via ocean freight, check out our article, “6 Surprising Things You Might Not Know About Ocean Freight.”

What Does an International Freight Forwarder Do?

A freight forwarder works with its customers to move cargo from origin to destination by coordinating with different transportation providers. For example, a freight forwarder might arrange to move a container full of retail items via ocean freight from Shanghai, China to Long Beach, California; schedule drayage service to move the container from the Port of Long Beach to a nearby warehouse; and then hire a trucking company to deliver those goods to their final destination, such as a retail outlet.

How Do I Ship Freight Overseas?

An international freight forwarder is a great place to start. These service providers can arrange multiple modes of transportation to get your shipment exactly where it needs to go. (Learn more about what freight forwarders do.)

If you decided to manage your own overseas freight shipment—and book direct with each carrier—you’d need to coordinate each leg of the journey on your own. That might mean arranging for trucking (delivery and pickup) services, air freight or ocean freight, and any other services in between, like drayage for ocean freight. It would also mean managing all of those providers closely to keep your shipment moving.

A freight forwarder can simplify all of this by offering an all-in-one international freight solution.

How Much Does It Cost to Ship Freight Internationally?

The cost of your shipment depends on factors such as: the origin and destination of your freight; the type of freight you want to ship; how much freight you want to ship; and what kind of services you’ll need (pickup, dropoff, etc.).

The best way to figure out the exact cost is to request a complimentary quote.

Is Shipping to Hawaii Considered International?

If you’re sending from one of the other 49 United States or a U.S. territory, shipping to Hawaii is not considered international. If you want to learn more about shipping to Hawaii, check out our article, “How Does Freight Get to Hawaii?”

Is Shipping to Guam Considered International?

Because Guam is a U.S. territory, shipping to Guam from the 50 United States or another U.S. territory is not considered international. That said, moving freight to an island as remote as Guam can be tricky. To learn more about shipping freight to Guam, take a look at our blog post, “How Long Does It Take to Ship Freight to Guam?”

Is Shipping to Puerto Rico Considered International?

Puerto Rico is a US territory, so shipping to the island from the 50 United States or another U.S. territory is not considered international. However, plenty of international shipments from global destinations make their way to Puerto Rico. For example, we work with several customers who ship freight directly from Asia to Puerto Rico.

If you’re considering shipping goods to Puerto Rico, check out our article, “6 Misconceptions About Shipping to Puerto Rico.”

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