Corridors

International Commercial Trade Corridors

Regular weekly full truckload and groupage transport linking Turkey with Western Europe, Great Britain, the Middle East, and Central Asia.

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Strategic Trade Corridors Linking East & West

Inter Logistics operates high-frequency commercial transport corridors connecting Turkey with the European Union, the United Kingdom, the Arabian Gulf, and the Central Asian republics. Scheduled weekly linehauls provide predictable supply chain timelines for manufacturing exporters and global importers alike.

Cross-border road freight demands deep familiarity with regional customs regimes, transit permit quotas, and weekend driving restrictions. Our specialized corridor managers navigate local regulatory frameworks to ensure rapid border crossings without avoidable dwell time.

All consignments travel under international CMR carrier liability and are tracked 24/7 via GPS telematics, providing complete visibility from origin dispatch to final proof of delivery.

Southwestern Europe

Eastern Mediterranean

Northern Europe

Western Europe

Southern Europe

Central Europe

Middle East

Central Asia

Corridor Summary & Customs Requirements

CorridorTransit TimePrimary Customs Document
Spain6 – 8 Days (Overland) / 7 – 9 Days (Ro-Ro)A.TR Circulation Certificate (0% Duty)
Northern Cyprus3 – 5 Days (Door-to-Door)Taşucu / Mersin – Kyrenia / Famagusta Ports
Scandinavia7 – 10 Days Door-to-DoorA.TR (Sweden, Denmark - EU) / EUR.1 (Norway - EFTA)
Germany GroupageScheduled Exits Every Tuesday & Friday6 – 8 Business Days
Germany4 – 6 Days (FTL) / 6 – 8 Days (LTL)A.TR Circulation Certificate (0% Duty)
United Kingdom6 – 8 Days (Road) / 8 – 10 Days (Intermodal)EUR.1 Movement Certificate or Origin Declaration
France5 – 7 Days (Road) / 6 – 8 Days (Ro-Ro Sète)A.TR Circulation Certificate (0% Duty)
Netherlands5 – 6 Days (FTL) / 7 – 8 Days (LTL)A.TR Circulation Certificate (0% Duty)
Belgium5 – 6 Days (FTL) / 7 – 8 Days (LTL)A.TR Circulation Certificate (0% Duty)
Italy3 – 5 Days (Ro-Ro) / 4 – 5 Days (Road)A.TR Circulation Certificate (0% Duty)
Switzerland5 – 7 Days (FTL) / 7 – 9 Days (LTL)EUR.1 Movement Certificate (EFTA FTA)
Austria4 – 5 Days (FTL) / 6 – 7 Days (LTL)A.TR Circulation Certificate (0% Duty)
Middle East & Gulf8 – 12 Days (UAE/Saudi) / 4 – 6 Days (Iraq)Certificate of Origin (Chamber Approved) & TIR Carnet
Central Asia & Caucasus8 – 14 Days (depending on country and Caspian crossing)TIR Carnet & Certificate of Origin

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical transit times to Western European destinations?

Direct FTL shipments from Istanbul to Germany, France, the Benelux, and Austria average 4 to 6 business days. Groupage shipments average 6 to 8 business days.

How does post-Brexit customs clearance operate for UK shipments?

Goods imported into the UK require EUR.1 movement certificates or approved origin statements (not A.TR), alongside mandatory Goods Vehicle Movement Service (GVMS) registrations and GMR barcodes.

How do weekend driving bans impact road freight delivery schedules?

Sunday and public holiday HGV driving bans in Austria, Germany, and France are factored into our departure schedules to ensure delivery arrivals on Monday morning.

Which routes are utilized for the Middle East and Central Asia?

Middle Eastern cargo transits overland via Iraq and the Gulf corridor, while Central Asian consignments utilize the Trans-Caspian Middle Corridor via Baku and Aktau/Kuryk.

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