Shipping from the USA to India
Gxpress handles the return lane too: machinery, medical equipment, aviation parts, chemicals and personal effects moving from the United States to India, collected at our New Jersey or California facilities and cleared in India by our own CHA team.
For US companies selling into India, we advise on Indian import duty structures, BIS requirements and the documentation Indian customs expects — before the cargo leaves the US.
USA to India transit times
| Mode | Transit Time | Route |
|---|---|---|
| Air Freight | 3–6 days | JFK/EWR/LAX to DEL/BOM |
| Ocean FCL | 30–40 days | New York/LA to Nhava Sheva |
| Ocean LCL | 35–50 days | Regular consolidations |
Transit times are typical door-to-door estimates and vary with schedules, season and clearance. Ask us for the current sailing and flight options on your dates.
Departure gateways in USA
- New York (JFK)
- Newark (EWR)
- Los Angeles (LAX)
- Port Newark–Elizabeth
Arrival gateways in India
- Delhi (DEL)
- Mumbai (BOM)
- Nhava Sheva (JNPT)
- Chennai
Customs clearance on the USA–India lane
Indian import clearance involves duty assessment on CIF value plus IGST, and licence or BIS requirements for regulated categories. Our in-house CHA team classifies, values and clears the cargo, and advises on duty exemptions where schemes apply.
Learn more about our customs clearance servicesServices on this lane
Our offices on this lane
USA to India — frequently asked questions
Can you pick up cargo anywhere in the USA?
Yes — we arrange pickup nationwide and route cargo through our New Jersey (East) or California (West) facilities, whichever is closer, before the international leg.
What duties apply when importing US goods into India?
Indian customs duty is assessed on CIF value with basic customs duty plus IGST varying by HS code — some categories also need BIS registration or import licences. We calculate the landed cost for you before shipping.
Other popular routes
Ready to ship from USA to India?
Tell us your cargo details and we'll reply the same business day with door-to-door options — air, ocean and everything in between.
Get a Free Quote