Customs Broker in Limassol — On-Site at the Port
P. Panagi & Sons Ltd is a licensed customs broker based at Limassol Port since 1980. We handle import and export clearance for sea freight, vehicles, and commercial cargo — with our team physically present at the port when your cargo arrives.
Why Location Matters for Customs Clearance
Limassol Port is the primary commercial port of Cyprus and the entry point for the vast majority of sea freight arriving on the island. The New Port of Limassol handles container traffic, RoRo vessels, bulk cargo, and passenger ferries — making it one of the busiest ports in the Eastern Mediterranean. For any business importing goods through Limassol, having a customs broker who is physically based at the port is not a convenience — it is a practical advantage that directly affects clearance speed and cost.
When a container is discharged at Limassol, the clock starts on port storage charges. Every day that cargo sits in the port waiting for customs clearance is a day of demurrage accumulating. An on-site customs broker can submit the declaration, respond to customs queries, and obtain the release order faster than a broker who is not physically present. For time-sensitive cargo — perishables, pharmaceuticals, automotive parts — this difference is measured in hours, not days.
P. Panagi & Sons Ltd has operated from within the Limassol Port complex since 1980. Our team has established working relationships with the customs officers, port authority staff, and shipping agents at Limassol Port built over four decades of daily operations — a relationship that cannot be replicated by a new entrant to the market.
Our Advantages at Limassol Port
What on-site presence means for your customs clearance
On-Site at the Port
Our team is physically present at Limassol Port daily. When your vessel arrives, we are already there — not managing your shipment from a remote office.
Faster Clearance
On-site presence means faster response to customs queries, physical examinations, and release order collection. We reduce the time between vessel arrival and cargo release.
Pre-Lodgement
We submit declarations before vessel arrival where possible, so the clearance process begins before your cargo is even discharged.
40+ Years at Limassol
Established relationships with customs officers and port authority staff built over four decades of daily operations at Limassol Port.
All Cargo Types
Containers, RoRo vehicles, bulk cargo, perishables, pharmaceuticals, FMCG goods, and oversized loads — we handle all commodity types.
Exclusive Ferry Daleela Agent
We are the exclusive customs clearing agent for the Ferry Daleela, the passenger and vehicle ferry operating between Limassol and Piraeus.
Sea Freight Customs Clearance in Limassol
Sea freight arriving at Limassol Port is processed through the Cyprus AIS system. Our team prepares the customs entry, calculates applicable duties and VAT, and coordinates with the shipping agent and port authority to ensure the release order is issued without unnecessary delay. The typical clearance timeline at Limassol is one to three business days from vessel arrival, with green channel shipments often cleared within hours.
For importers who are new to Cyprus, we provide guidance on the full process — from EORI number registration to understanding which documents are required for your specific commodity type. We also advise on whether bonded warehousing or other customs procedures may be appropriate for your situation.
For vehicle imports arriving at Limassol by sea, we have a dedicated process covering all vehicle types. For Japanese and other Asian vehicle imports specifically, see our Japanese vehicle imports page.
Contact Our Limassol Office
Frequently Asked Questions — Customs Broker Limassol
Common questions about customs clearance at Limassol Port
Ready to Clear Your Shipment?
Contact our Limassol team to discuss your import or export requirements. We respond promptly and advise on the most efficient clearance approach for your specific cargo.