When a shipment crosses multiple borders and transport modes, one freight rate is not enough. For cargo originating in Turkey or Afghanistan, we assess transit through Iran and onward connections to India or China against the goods, destination, documents and acceptance throughout the transport chain. This is a route-feasibility review, not an announcement of a direct scheduled service.
India: assess road and sea connections separately
One possible option is road transport to an approved port in southern Iran followed by a sea leg. Chabahar has a historical formal India–Iran–Afghanistan transit framework. That framework alone does not establish a current booking, cargo acceptance, financial authorization or sailing schedule.
The port, delivery point and route within Afghanistan must be selected for the actual shipment. Dogharoun–Islam Qala is not the assumed option for every Afghanistan shipment. Before purchasing goods, confirm every leg and each party’s responsibilities in the proposal.
China: road, rail or sea?
Road and rail options require examination of intermediate countries, actual border crossings, equipment and transfer arrangements. A sea option must also be assessed separately with the port, carrier and acceptance conditions. A sequence of country names does not establish a continuous service.
This page does not promise a direct Turkey–Iran–Afghanistan–India/China route. Historical international corridors are background for evaluation, not proof of a current Asadi Express service, today’s transit time or a carrier contract.
From border selection to equipment selection
Dogharoun–Islam Qala connects Iran and Afghanistan; Lotfabad connects Iran and Turkmenistan. Using Lotfabad requires review of Turkmenistan transit and an approved onward route. Sea, road and rail cannot be substituted without checking their transfer points.
Standard, High Cube and reefer containers, curtain-side trucks or project transport are chosen according to the cargo and route. High Cube does not necessarily permit a greater cargo weight. Refrigerated cargo requires power and temperature monitoring at all stops and transfers. Heavy pieces require agreed securing and handling equipment from the outset.
Inquiry checklist: information that makes a decision possible
Provide the actual goods origin and loading point, final destination, precise description and HS code if known, gross weight, number and dimensions of packages, value, packing photographs and readiness date. Explain whether the shipment is containerized, consolidated, oversized or temperature-sensitive.
Invoices, packing lists, ownership and origin documents, transport documents and permits depend on the countries and goods. Before a firm proposal, the parties, carrier, insurance and payment route must be reviewed under applicable rules.
How are price and timing stated?
Each road, sea or rail leg, border and port charge, transfer between equipment, waiting period, storage and inland delivery may involve a separate cost. The proposal should specify what is included and who is responsible at each stage. An initial rate without document review is not a final commitment.
Estimated timing changes with carrier schedules, permits, capacity and border conditions. No fixed duration, guaranteed passage or unlimited insurance cover is offered here. If any link is unconfirmed, the route must not be presented as ready to operate.
Frequently asked questions and important limitations
Is transit through Iran permitted for every product? No. The commodity, origin, destination, parties and applicable trade and sanctions rules require review. Certain Iran-related iron and steel products particularly require a dedicated assessment.
Does Asadi Express have offices in India, China or Afghanistan? This page makes no such claim. Requests are coordinated through the company’s published contacts.
What should I send first? A goods description, weight, dimensions, origin, destination and readiness date support an initial review. Complete documents and operational approval are still required before commitment.
Request a route and price review
On the portal page, select “ثبت درخواست سریع بار” (Quick cargo request). Continuing requires phone-number verification. Existing customers can sign in. Istanbul office: +90 538 396 3200 · Contact the offices.
Route background sources
IRU · India–Iran–Afghanistan transit framework · OFAC FAQ 666
These are background sources and do not establish the company’s current operating schedule.
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