Connecting Spain to the world
MSC has been helping customers to ship their cargo to and from Spain since 1982. Today, with more than 14 offices spread throughout the country, we are present in the main Spanish ports but also in major inland hubs such as Madrid, Zaragoza and Seville. In addition, we offer ro-ro services to and from Ceuta and Melilla.
- 19 terminals
- 14 offices
- 625 employees
Detention, demurrage, Per Diem and storage charges
What is detention?
EXPORT
Detentions is a charge applicable on containers once free time period expires, the detentions period starts from pick up of the empty unit from terminal or designated depot until the container enters full into terminal for further shipment. This charge covers the use of the container unit.
What is demurrage?
EXPORT
Demurrage is the charge applicable on containers once free time period expires, the demurrage period starts as from when full unit enters port until actual ETA of designated vessel. This charge covers the use of the container unit.
IMPORT
Demurrage is the charge applicable on containers once free time period expires, the demurrage period starts as from vessel arrival at port until unit has been taken out of the premises to be delivered and unstuffed and returned empty to the designated depot or terminal. This charge covers the use of the container unit.
What are storage charges?
EXPORT
Storage is the charge applicable on containers once free time period expires, the storage period starts as from unit arrival at port until unit vessel sailing date.
IMPORT
Storage is the charge applicable on containers once free time period expires, the storage period starts as from vessel arrival at port until unit has been taken out of the premises to be delivered and unstuffed.
Questions about detention, demurrage, Per Diem or storages charges?
Contact our Spain team.
SOLAS VGM: a new regulation for a safer supply chain
What is VGM?
Verified Gross Mass or VGM refers to the exact, verified weight of a packed container. For safety reasons, vessel operators can only load a container if its weight has been verified.
In line with SOLAS (Safety of Lives at Sea) regulations, since 1 July 2016, Shippers are obliged to obtain and submit in a timely manner the VGM of each shipment to the carrier. Weighing at terminal through MSC has proven to be the most agile and secure formula to comply with this law’s requirements, a service we have put at our customers’ disposal to avoid shipment rejections and/or penalties due to the lack and/or discrepancy of the VGM.
How can I submit my VGMs?
You must include the following on all VGM instructions:
- myMSC (Free of Charge)
- EDI (via INTTRA; GT NEXUS; Cargo Smart)
Questions about VGM?
Contact our Spain team.
Prohibited cargo
It is illegal to ship the following items into or out of Spain.
Imports
- Brazilian pork
- Some hazardous cargo
- Products subject to administrative import authorizations and quota allocated by the EU: specific chemical products, radioactive materials and military material
Exports
- As per guidelines of IMDG code, provisions in force & MSC Policy
Start your journey
Ready to get started?
Contact our team to request a quote, book or find out more about our local services.
Call: +34 963359100
Email: ESP-info@msc.com
Customs Clearance Information
Every importer and exporter needs to have customs clearance. MSC works proactively to simplify the customs clearance process and provides you visibility on all the information needed to fullfin the import and exports documentation.
The Spain Customs Clearance is a quick tool to find information like manifest information, manifest date, closing time, folder information, BLs date, etc., about shipments from/to Spain.
Container Weighing (VGM)
Good on Hanger
Liquid Cargo
Fumigation
Cargo Loading
Our Solutions
As well as being a global leader in container shipping, our worldwide teams of industry specific experts mean we can offer our customers round-the-clock personalised service. This ensures we deliver fast and reliable transit times, and that we provide the best solutions for your needs.
As well as being a global leader in container shipping, our worldwide teams of industry specific experts mean we can offer our customers round-the-clock personalised service. This ensures we deliver fast and reliable transit times, and that we provide the best solutions for your needs.
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Last update: 2025-07-11T20:36:00