Lithuania
Air freight, sea freight and customs in Siauliai
Siauliai is a manufacturing centre in northern Lithuania, on the road to Riga.
Services in Siauliai
- Air freight in SiauliaiAir freight for time-critical and high-value cargo between Europe, the Americas and Asia.
- Sea freight in SiauliaiFCL and LCL sea freight on the main trade lanes, with pre-carriage and on-carriage by road or rail.
- Customs clearance in SiauliaiImport and export clearance by our in-house customs teams in 8 countries and by partner teams in the Ziem network.
Airports, seaports and connections in Siauliai
- AirportVilnius
VNO - AirportKaunas
KUN - SeaportKlaipeda
Siauliai in northern Lithuania has no regular commercial cargo flights, so air freight is routed via Kaunas Airport (KUN), Lithuania's main freighter airport, or Vilnius Airport (VNO), both reached by road. Riga International Airport in Latvia is another option for northern Lithuania, depending on the destination. For sea freight, the Port of Klaipeda is the main gateway, reached by road and rail.
Siauliai lies on the road corridor between Riga and Kaliningrad and has road links to Kaunas, Klaipeda and Panevezys. It is also a railway junction in northern Lithuania, with lines to Klaipeda, Vilnius and Latvia. The Siauliai Free Economic Zone offers sites for manufacturing and logistics. We arrange pick-up and delivery across Siauliai and northern Lithuania.
Industries in Siauliai and how we support them
Siauliai is a manufacturing centre in northern Lithuania, with metalworking, electronics, food processing and other production companies, as well as logistics businesses that benefit from the city's location on the route to Riga. The Siauliai Free Economic Zone attracts manufacturing investment. Ziem Logistics supports these companies with air freight through our airline network via Kaunas, Vilnius or Riga, Next Flight Out and On-Board Courier for urgent parts, road freight to Latvia and Central Europe, sea freight via Klaipeda, and in-house customs clearance.
Operational logistics facts for Siauliai
| Hub | Specialisation | Local advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Siauliai Free Economic Zone | Manufacturing and logistics sites | Production location in northern Lithuania |
| Kaunas Airport (KUN) | Freighter capacity | Main air cargo option reached by road |
| Siauliai railway junction | Rail links to Klaipeda, Vilnius and Latvia | Rail access for heavier consignments |
| Riga road corridor | Road freight to Latvia and the north | Short road connection to Riga |
Customs clearance in Lithuania
In-house customs team
Customs clearance in Lithuania is handled by our own in-house customs team.
Air freight to and from Lithuania is booked through our carrier network.
Importers in Lithuania need an EORI number issued by Lithuanian Customs.
Frequently asked questions
Which airport do you use for air freight from Siauliai?
Usually Kaunas (KUN) or Vilnius (VNO), and sometimes Riga in Latvia when it offers a better routing. Shipments move as air freight through our airline network, and we confirm cut-off times with every booking.
Can you collect from manufacturers in the Siauliai FEZ?
Yes. We arrange pick-up from the free economic zone and across northern Lithuania and truck freight to the departure airport or port.
Does winter weather affect air freight from northern Lithuania?
De-icing between November and March can delay departures, and winter road conditions can affect trucking. We plan urgent shipments with this in mind and keep you informed.
Can you clear imports for Siauliai companies?
Yes. Our own customs team files import declarations with Lithuanian Customs for goods arriving by air, sea or road. We need your EORI number, the commercial invoice, packing list and transport document.
Can imports flown into Riga be cleared in Lithuania?
Goods from outside the EU arriving in Riga can move under transit to Lithuania and be cleared by our in-house team, or be cleared in Latvia. We agree the clearance point with you for each shipment.
Do you prepare export declarations for northern Lithuanian manufacturers?
Yes. We prepare export declarations in-house, providing the export evidence needed for VAT, and check licence requirements for controlled goods before booking.