Send parcel to Gabon
Ship from Italy to Gabon
Libreville, Port-Gentil, Franceville: europacco delivers to Gabon in 6–9 business days. A Central African country with 2.3 million inhabitants and over 80 % rainforest. The capital Libreville on the Gulf of Guinea holds half the population. Port-Gentil is the oil hub on the Atlantic coast. Libreville International Airport Léon-M’ba connects with Europe and Africa. Gabon is francophone with an economy based on oil and timber. Italian companies operate in energy, construction, and services. We serve corporate projects, international cooperation, and the small Gabonese community in Italy. Over 11,000 Trustpilot reviews attest to our reliability. Free pickup across Italy, end-to-end tracking, and assistance with French-language documentation.
Thanks to our extensive transport network, we are able to guarantee an optimal balance in terms of quality/price. By choosing europacco.com for a parcel shipments you will have:
- collection at home
- estimated delivery time: 6 to 9 working days
- shipment tracking
- insurance
Shipping to Gabon with europacco
Deliveries in the Atlantic capital
Libreville stretches along the coast with modern neighborhoods and residential areas. The city offers decent infrastructure by African standards. Example of a recognizable address:
Université Omar BongoBoulevard Léon M'ba
BP 13131
Libreville
Gabon
Gabonese addresses use main boulevards or avenues plus a P.O. Box (BP = Boîte Postale). Libreville’s districts include Centre-ville, Glass, Batterie IV, and Akanda. Secondary streets often lack official names, so landmarks like "près du marché Mont-Bouët", "derrière l’hôpital", or "zone ambassades" are used. Port-Gentil and Franceville follow a similar pattern. A phone number with the +241 country code is essential. The recipient will receive a call from the courier to arrange delivery or pickup.
What Italians typically ship to Gabon:
Equipment for the oil industry and construction sites, electrical components and generators, spare parts for heavy machinery, technical measurement instruments, and IT hardware for offices and businesses.
Prices for shipping parcels to Gabon
| Parcel | Price |
|---|---|
| 0 - 2 kg | from 159,53 € |
| 2 - 5 kg | from 222,12 € |
| 5 - 10 kg | from 341,31 € |
| 10 - 20 kg | from 500,08 € |
| 20 - 30 kg | from 638,02 € |
| 30 - 40 kg | from 811,39 € |
| 40 - 50 kg | from 991,70 € |
Prices for shipping documents to Gabon
| Document | Price |
|---|---|
| 0 - 0.5 kg | from 73,53 € |
| 0.5 - 1 kg | from 81,08 € |
| 1 - 1.5 kg | from 91,66 € |
| 1.5 - 2 kg | from 97,70 € |
Shipping time to Gabon
Transit Times & Possible Delays
Transit from Italy to Gabon takes 6–9 business days. Packages arrive at Libreville’s Léon-M'ba International Airport, the country’s main hub with regular flights from Europe via African or French hubs. From Libreville, deliveries are dispatched to final destinations. The capital typically receives shipments within 24–48 hours of arrival.
Port-Gentil is accessible only by air or sea, as there is no road link to the rest of the country. Domestic flights depart several times daily from Libreville and take an additional 1–2 days. Franceville in the southeast is reachable by road but requires 2–3 extra days. Oyem in the north has limited internal flights, and smaller towns rely on irregular transport services.
Possible delays:
Gabonese customs conducts thorough inspections. French documentation is essential—approximate translations can result in 5–10 day hold-ups. National holidays (August 17 – Independence Day; March 12 – National Day) close public offices. French holidays (July 14, November 1) are also observed. The rainy season (October–May) is intense, making inland roads impassable. Extreme humidity demands robust packaging. Port or airport strikes can halt all logistics for days without notice.
FAQ: Shipping to Gabon
Do documents need to be translated into French for Gabon?
Yes. Gabon is a francophone country and all customs paperwork must be in French. A commercial or proforma invoice in French is mandatory, as is a detailed "liste de colisage." Various certificates require an official translation. Gabonese customs will reject documents in English or Italian. For shipments over €1,000, use a sworn translator for certified translation. Poor translations can lead to incorrect valuation, excessive duties, or shipment holds. Europacco offers basic support, but for technical or detailed texts we recommend a professional translator specialized in French customs terminology.
How does delivery work in Port-Gentil?
Port-Gentil is geographically isolated with no road link to the rest of Gabon. Packages first fly into Libreville, then transfer to a domestic flight (approx. 40 min) via carriers like Afrijet, Gabon Airlines, or SN2AG. Space availability may add 2–4 days before loading. Once in Port-Gentil, final delivery is quick due to the city’s compact size. Key areas—Cap Lopez and Mandji—are easily reached. Recipients receive a phone call to schedule delivery; oil companies often handle pickups through internal logistics offices.
Which goods require special permits in Gabon?
- Radio & telecom equipment: ARCEP authorization.
- Medicines & supplements: Gabonese Health Ministry permit; medical devices need CE certification and usage documentation.
- Drones & aircraft: ANAC approval.
- Chemical products: French-language safety data sheets.
- Electrical equipment: compliance with French standards.
- Geological samples & extractive materials: strict restrictions to protect natural resources.
- Timber & forestry products: ministerial export permits required.
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