Local
Charges
Port and documentation charges at origin and destination. Terminal handling, gate moves, and service fees that complement TMC’s ocean base rates.
Cost Transparency
Origin & Destination
Local charges represent all port and administrative fees: terminal handling, documentation, gate moves, and export services. This page is the hub to publish those tariffs by country, port, and service type.
- ■ Origin Port Charges
- ■ Destination Terminal Fees
- ■ Documentation & Admin Costs
Illustrative View
Port Fees •
Operational Costs
Charge Categories
Structured consistently across all ports and countries.
Origin Charges
Export-side terminal handling, gate-in, lift-on/off, export service fees, and security charges specific to the loading port.
Destination Charges
Import-side terminal handling, gate-out, discharge fees, and port dues billed at the destination.
Documentation
BL issuance, amendments, switch BL, manifest correction, and electronic release fees.
Customs Services
Filing fees, ENS/AMS charges, and regulatory declarations performed by TMC or partners.
Operational
Seal fees, weighing (VGM), inspection support, and reefer plug-in services.
Pass-Through
Charges collected on behalf of terminals or authorities where TMC acts as a billing interface.
Publication Structure
Local charges are published per country and port. Customers can drill down to view applicable fees for exports and imports.
Drill-Down
Country → Port → Charge Category.
Direction
Separate tabs for Export vs. Import charges.
Responsibility
Clear indication of payer (Shipper / Consignee).
Nigeria • Lagos (Apapa)
- THC (20’/40′) Per Container
- Docs Fee Per BL
- Release Fee Per Shipment
- Lift-Off Per Unit
* Placeholder Values. Check Tariff for live rates.
Cost Stack Example
Illustrative breakdown for a 40′ Dry shipment.
| Component | Details | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Origin Local Charges | Export THC, Docs, Gate-In, Security | Prepaid |
| Ocean Freight | Base Rate + BAF + Seasonal Surcharges | Prepaid / Collect |
| Destination Local Charges | Import THC, Release, Docs, Gate-Out | Collect |
| Detention & Demurrage | Storage beyond free time | As Incurred |