At Royal Shipping Lines, we provide international shipping services directly to Cape Verde’s main seaports, ensuring efficient customs clearance, secure storage, and reliable distribution of vehicles, containers, and machinery across the islands.

📍 Port of Mindelo (Porto Grande) – A deep-water port on São Vicente Island, ideal for container shipping, vehicles, and transshipment services across West Africa.

📍 Port of Palmeira – Located on Sal Island, this port is key for fuel imports, commercial cargo, and containerized shipments.

📍 Port of Praia – Cape Verde’s principal seaport and the nation’s busiest hub, handling RoRo vessels, containerized shipments, bulk cargo, and general goods.

📍 Port of Sal Rei – Situated on Boa Vista Island, serving as a growing hub for cargo handling, vehicles, and construction equipment.

📍 Port of Tarrafal (São Nicolau) – Important regional port for inter-island trade and cargo distribution.

🏢 Bonded Warehouses in Cape Verde

📍 Praia Zone – Central hub for bonded storage, customs clearance, and distribution of vehicles, machinery, and commercial cargo throughout Cape Verde.

🛳️ East Coast USA (Miami, Fort Lauderdale, New York, Savannah → Praia, Cape Verde): 12–18 days 🚀 Fastest Route
🛳️ Gulf Coast USA (Houston, New Orleans → Praia, Cape Verde): 14–20 days
🛳️ Transshipments via Europe (e.g., Lisbon, Las Palmas, or Valencia): Cargo may be routed through major Atlantic and Mediterranean hubs before final delivery into Cape Verde (Praia, Mindelo, Palmeira, or Sal Rei).

⚠️ Note: Transit times are approximate and may vary depending on the shipping line, transshipment schedules, seasonal demand, and whether you select RoRo, Lo/Lo, or container shipping.

👉 Fastest Route: Shipping from the U.S. East Coast—particularly Miami and New York—typically offers the shortest transit time of 12–18 days, making it the best choice for time-sensitive vehicles, household goods, and commercial cargo shipments to Cape Verde.

📦 Container Shipping
Best for non-running vehicles, high-value cars, motorcycles, RVs, boats on trailers, or multiple units. Available in 20ft and 40ft containers, with shared container options to help lower costs. Perfect for customers seeking extra protection and security during shipment to Cape Verde.

⚙️ Agricultural & Construction Machinery
Cape Verde regularly imports tractors, harvesters, excavators, and other heavy equipment to support its growing infrastructure and agricultural sectors. We provide Ro/Ro, container, and flat rack shipping solutions designed for oversized and non-standard cargo, ensuring safe loading, secure stowage, and smooth delivery to your final destination.