Cost & Logistics

FOB vs CIF Kenya explained for China importers, covering the Kenya-specific tax trap with CIF, a worked ksh landed cost comparison, and when each incoterm makes sense.

The Railway Development Levy Kenya is 2% of your CIF value, applied to all commercial imports. This guide explains how to calculate it and how it fits into your full landed cost.

IDF in shipping Kenya is a 2.5% KRA levy on your CIF value. Here is what it means, how to calculate it, and what happens if you do not file before your goods arrive.

How shipping from China to Kenya works through Pamoja Imports, with all-in ksh rates for sea and air freight, a step-by-step breakdown of the coordination process, and what the rate does and does not include.

Kenya customs clearance for China imports: documents required, Mombasa and JKIA timelines, demurrage costs, and the new 2026 radioactive screening.

How to pay Chinese suppliers safely in 2026. T/T, Trade Assurance, Pamoja escrow, and what to avoid. Kenya-specific guidance on wires and payment scams.

Sea freight or air freight from China to Kenya? Real 2026 rates compared. Use our free calculator to find which method saves you money.

Importing phones from China to Kenya means paying 35% import duty, 10% excise duty, VAT, IDF, and RDL, all stacked on the CIF value. This guide covers the full cost breakdown with real KSH numbers, which phone brands sell in Nairobi, how to verify IMEI compliance, and how to avoid counterfeits.

Not sure how to find a reliable shipping agent from China to Kenya? This guide covers the exact questions to ask, red flags to avoid, and what genuinely transparent all-in pricing looks like so you never get surprised at the port.

When importing from China to Kenya you pay more than just the product price. Import duty, VAT, IDF, and RDL all stack up before your goods leave the port. This guide breaks down every charge with verified 2026 rates and real KSH examples so you know your exact landed cost before you order.