Consolidation (LCL)
For a few boxes, a barrel, a piece of furniture or a pallet: you only pay for the space used.
Montreal 🇨🇦 → Democratic Republic of the Congo 🇨🇩
Shipping from Montreal to the Democratic Republic of the Congo 🇨🇩
Cars, packages, personal effects and commercial cargo shipped from Montreal to DR Congo through the port of Matadi and on to Kinshasa.
🇨🇦 Departs Montreal🇨🇩 DR Congo⚓ Matadi🏙️ Kinshasa🚗 Vehicles📦 Packages
Montreal → DR Congo: how the ocean route works
Every VELOX Logistics shipment departs from Montreal. Your vehicle, packages or cargo are received at our Saint-Léonard warehouse, prepared for export, then loaded into a container before the ocean leg.
For the Democratic Republic of the Congo, the seaport used is Matadi, on the Congo River. From Matadi, cargo continues inland to Kinshasa and other cities.
We do not offer RORO service: vehicles travel inside containers, either on their own or shared with other cargo depending on the solution chosen.
- 1Received in Montreal (Saint-Léonard)
- 2Preparation and export documents
- 3Container loading
- 4Ocean departure from Montreal
- 5Arrival at Matadi
- 6Inland transport to Kinshasa
What you can ship to DR Congo
- Cars and SUVs
- Pickups and vans
- Boxes and barrels
- Personal effects and furniture
- Parts and equipment
- Light machinery
- Clothing bales
- Commercial cargo
Some goods are regulated or prohibited for export or import. Always confirm your cargo with our team before bringing it to the warehouse.
Shipping a car from Montreal to DR Congo
Send us the make, model and year of the vehicle, then bring it to our Montreal warehouse. The vehicle is inspected, prepared and loaded into a container.
Canadian export documents are prepared before departure. On arrival at Matadi, customs clearance and local formalities are handled by the consignee or their agent in DR Congo.
Request a vehicle quoteNo prices or transit times are published: every vehicle is quoted based on its size and the chosen solution.
- Sedans, SUVs and crossovers
- Pickups and vans
- Auction-bought vehicles
- Non-running vehicles (to be confirmed)
- Container loading only (no RORO)
- Spare parts in the same container (rules apply)
Packages, barrels and personal effects to Kinshasa
Consolidation lets you ship a few boxes, a barrel or a pallet without paying for a full container: your cargo shares space with other shipments leaving Montreal.
It is the option most used by the Congolese community in Quebec and Ontario to support family in Kinshasa, Lubumbashi or Matadi.
- Boxes
- Barrels
- Suitcases
- Pallets
- Furniture
- Appliances
Matadi: the seaport of DR Congo
The Democratic Republic of the Congo has a short Atlantic coastline. Matadi, on the Congo River, is its main port for containerised traffic; Boma sits on the same river corridor.
Kinshasa, the capital, is not a seaport: cargo arriving at Matadi continues overland to Kinshasa and the interior of the country.
Container solutions to DR Congo
20-foot container
Suited to one vehicle, a partial move or a batch of commercial goods.
40-foot container
For several vehicles, a full move or a large commercial volume.
Space and sailing availability is confirmed at the time of your request.
Book a containerBusinesses and importers in DR Congo
We support traders and importers buying in Canada and shipping to DR Congo: consolidation in Montreal, loading, export documents and booking follow-up.
- Traders
- Importers
- NGOs and projects
- Workshops and garages
How to ship to DR Congo in 5 steps
- 1
Request
Describe your cargo or vehicle and the destination city.
- 2
Quote
We propose the right solution: consolidation or a full container.
- 3
Drop-off
You deliver to Montreal or we pick up in Quebec / Ontario.
- 4
Loading
Preparation, export documents and container loading.
- 5
Departure
Ocean departure from Montreal to Matadi, then inland to Kinshasa.
Why VELOX Logistics for DR Congo
- Departs from Montreal
- Vehicles in containers
- Package consolidation
- Saint-Léonard warehouse
- Several African destinations
- WhatsApp support
DR Congo or Congo-Brazzaville?
This page covers the Democratic Republic of the Congo 🇨🇩 (DR Congo / Congo-Kinshasa), whose seaport is Matadi.
The Republic of the Congo 🇨🇬 (Congo-Brazzaville) is a different country, served by the port of Pointe-Noire. Pick the page that matches your actual destination.
Shipping to the Republic of the Congo (Congo-Brazzaville)FAQ — Montreal → DR Congo
How do I ship a car from Montreal to DR Congo?
Send us the make, model and year, then bring the vehicle to our Saint-Léonard warehouse in Montreal. It is prepared for export and loaded into a container before the ocean leg. We do not offer RORO service.
Which port is used for DR Congo?
The main seaport of DR Congo for containerised traffic is Matadi, on the Congo River. Boma sits on the same corridor.
Is Kinshasa a seaport?
No. Kinshasa is the capital but it is not on the coast. Cargo arrives at Matadi and then moves overland to Kinshasa.
Can I ship only a few boxes?
Yes. Consolidation lets you ship a few boxes, a barrel or a pallet without booking a full container.
How much does shipping to DR Congo cost?
We do not publish rates: pricing depends on volume, weight, cargo type and the solution chosen. Request a quote and we confirm the available options.
How long does the ocean transit take?
Transit depends on the sailing used and port operations. Contact our team for current availability.
Do you pick up outside Montreal?
We pick up across Quebec and Ontario. Every international shipment then departs from Montreal.
Which documents are needed for a vehicle?
Usually proof of ownership (title), the purchase invoice and the shipper's identification. Our team confirms the exact list for your situation.
Can I put personal items inside the car?
That depends on the loading rules and on requirements at destination. Always ask for confirmation before bringing the vehicle.
Where do I bring my cargo in Montreal?
To our warehouse: 6135 boul. Couture, Saint-Léonard, Montreal, QC H1P 3G7. Open 7 days a week, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.
How do I get a quote?
Fill in the quote form on this page or message us on WhatsApp at +1 514-718-0282 with your shipment details.
Rate request
Request your ocean freight rate
Fill in this form and our Montreal team comes back to you with the available sailing options. Every shipment departs from Montreal.
🇨🇦 Montreal → DR Congo 🇨🇩
Ready to ship to DR Congo?
Car, packages, commercial cargo or a full container: contact Velox Logistics to find out which solutions are available from Montreal to Matadi and Kinshasa.
6135 boul. Couture, Saint-Léonard, Montréal, QC H1P 3G7
Open 7 days a week — 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.