Who We Are
Guldstreet Shipping is a New York–based international freight forwarding company specialising in the movement of barrels, personal effects, vehicles, boxes, and commercial cargo from the United States to Ghana, Togo, and Ivory Coast. We are based in New York and serve the entire tri-state area — the largest concentration of West African diaspora communities in the United States.
We were built specifically for the Ghanaian diaspora community. Not as a sideline to a larger freight business, but as our core mission. Everything we do — our flat-rate barrel pricing, our weekly consolidation schedule, our door-to-door delivery service, our clearing agent network at Tema Port — was designed with the Ghanaian family in Brooklyn, the Bronx, and Queens in mind.
What We Ship
Barrel Shipping — From $200 Per Barrel
Our most popular service. Standard 55-gallon barrels packed with clothing, food, personal care products, electronics, and household goods, shipped by sea from New York to Tema Port, Ghana. Weekly departures, 28–35 day transit time, door-to-door pickup from any New York borough. Read our complete barrel shipping guide.
Vehicle Shipping — From $1,400
Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) vehicle export from Port Newark/Elizabeth to Tema Port. Cars, SUVs, pickup trucks, minivans, and commercial vehicles. We handle all documentation including the Ghana Import Declaration Form and coordinate with our clearing agent network at Tema. Read our complete vehicle shipping guide.
Door-to-Door Delivery
We pick up at your New York address and coordinate final delivery to your recipient's door anywhere in Ghana. No need for your family to travel to Tema Port — we bring the shipment to them. Available for barrel, box, and vehicle shipments to Accra, Kumasi, Takoradi, Cape Coast, Tamale, and all major Ghana cities.
Shop & Ship
Give us your shopping list. We purchase the items, pack them in a barrel or box, and ship to Ghana. Popular with professionals in finance, healthcare, and tech who want to send American goods home without dedicating weekends to shopping trips. We shop at Walmart, Costco, Trader Joe's, Target, and anywhere else your list takes us.
Auction Service
We purchase vehicles at U.S. auto auctions (Copart, IAAI, Manheim) on your behalf and handle the entire export process — from auction lot pickup to vessel loading to Tema clearance coordination. A turnkey solution for diaspora members investing in vehicles for Ghana.
Our Shipping Routes
- New York → Accra, Ghana (via Tema Port) — primary route, weekly barrel consolidation
- New York → Kumasi, Ghana (via Tema Port + inland) — door-to-door available
- New York → Takoradi, Ghana (via Tema Port + inland)
- New York → Lomé, Togo (via Lomé Container Terminal)
- New York → Abidjan, Ivory Coast (via Port d'Abidjan)
Why Choose Guldstreet Shipping
Transparent Flat-Rate Pricing
$200 per barrel. No fuel surcharges, no documentation fees, no hidden costs added at the last minute. The price you're quoted is the price you pay. Ghana Customs duties are the only additional cost — paid by your recipient at Tema — and we help you minimise those with accurate documentation.
Weekly Departures — No Waiting
We consolidate shipments every week. Your barrel doesn't sit in a warehouse for three weeks waiting for a vessel. Drop off or schedule a pickup and your barrel moves within 7 days.
New York Pickup — We Come to You
We pick up from your home or business anywhere in the New York metro area — Brooklyn, Bronx, Queens, Manhattan, Staten Island, New Jersey, and Philadelphia. You don't need to transport your barrel across the city.
Ghana Clearing Agent Network
We work with a vetted network of licensed customs clearing agents at Tema Port who know our containers and handle our customers' clearances faster than the average. Your recipient doesn't need to navigate Tema Port alone.
Full Documentation Support
Packing list template, shipper declaration form, Ghana Import Declaration Form for vehicles, PAAR assistance — we provide and review every document your shipment needs. Accurate documentation is the difference between a smooth clearance and weeks of delays at Tema.
Community Knowledge
We understand the Ghana shipping corridor in ways that generic freight brokers do not. We know which items attract scrutiny at Ghana Customs, which vessel lines have the most reliable service on the West Africa run, and which clearing agents at Tema get results. This expertise serves you directly.
Our Service Area
Guldstreet picks up from every corner of the New York metro area:
- All five New York City boroughs (Manhattan, Brooklyn, Queens, Bronx, Staten Island)
- New Jersey (Newark, Jersey City, Irvington, East Orange, Paterson, Elizabeth, Trenton)
- Philadelphia, PA and surrounding areas
- Connecticut (Bridgeport, New Haven, Hartford — by appointment)
Serving the Ghanaian Diaspora in New York
The Ghanaian community in New York spans the Bronx (Wakefield, Fordham), Brooklyn (Flatbush, East Flatbush, Crown Heights), Queens (Jamaica, Laurelton, Hollis), and dozens of New Jersey cities. We know these communities. We speak your language — Twi, Ga, Ewe, Hausa — and we understand what it means to send a barrel home.
Every barrel we ship carries something meaningful. Clothing sent by a mother to her children. Canned food sent by a daughter to her aging parents. School supplies sent by a father who wants his children to have every advantage. We take that responsibility seriously.
Frequently Asked Questions — About Guldstreet
Where is Guldstreet Shipping located?
We are based in New York, New York, and serve the entire tri-state area. Call +1 (551) 800 2125 to reach us directly.
How long has Guldstreet been shipping to Ghana?
We have been operating the NYC–Ghana shipping corridor for years, building relationships with vessel operators, Tema Port clearing agents, and the Ghanaian diaspora community across New York.
Do you ship to countries other than Ghana?
Yes — we also ship to Togo (Lomé) and Ivory Coast (Abidjan). Call us to discuss routes and pricing for West African destinations beyond Ghana.
How do I get a quote?
Call +1 (551) 800 2125 or use our online quote form. We respond to all quote requests within one business day.
Get in Touch
Ready to ship? We are here to help. Call +1 (551) 800 2125 Monday through Saturday, or submit a quote request online. We will get back to you with a clear, honest price — no runaround, no hidden fees.
The Ghanaian Diaspora Community in New York — Who We Serve
The Ghanaian community in New York is one of the largest and most economically active diaspora communities in the United States. Ghanaians in New York are concentrated in:
- The Bronx: Wakefield, Williamsbridge, Fordham, Pelham Parkway — home to large Ghanaian, Nigerian, and West African communities with Ghana markets, restaurants, and churches serving the community
- Brooklyn: Flatbush, East Flatbush, Crown Heights — major concentration of Ghanaian families, particularly Akan and Ga communities
- Queens: Jamaica, Laurelton, St. Albans, Springfield Gardens — growing Ghanaian professional community
- New Jersey: Newark, Irvington, East Orange, Paterson — significant Ghanaian diaspora in Essex and Passaic counties
We know these neighbourhoods. We have picked up barrels from apartments on White Plains Road in the Bronx, from brownstones in Crown Heights, and from houses in Laurelton. We understand the community we serve because we are part of it.
Our Commitment to Transparency
The Ghana shipping industry from the United States has historically been opaque on pricing. Shippers have faced unexpected surcharges, documentation fees, and "fuel adjustments" that appeared only at pickup — after the barrel was packed and the customer had no practical alternative but to pay.
Guldstreet was built on a different principle. Our barrel shipping rate is stated clearly, includes everything on the New York end, and does not change. If something unexpected affects your shipment, we call you before acting — not after. Ghana Customs duties are real costs that vary by shipment contents, but we give you honest estimates upfront so your recipient is not blindsided at Tema Port.
Transparency is not just a value statement. It is how we build the long-term relationships that drive the majority of our business — referrals within the Ghanaian diaspora community in New York, who recommend Guldstreet to their church, their family, and their coworkers.
How Guldstreet Works with the Church Community
Ghanaian churches in New York are community pillars — and they are also major organizers of barrel shipments to Ghana. Churches in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and New Jersey regularly coordinate community barrel collections: individual families bring their barrels to the church, and the church ships everything together.
Guldstreet works with Ghanaian churches across the New York area to provide:
- Community pickup — we come to the church, not the other way around
- Volume pricing for 5+ barrels shipped together
- Assistance with documentation for humanitarian and charitable shipments destined for Ghana communities and churches
- Coordination with receiving churches or organizations in Ghana for door-to-door delivery to the right hands
If your church organizes a Ghana shipping collection, call us at +1 (551) 800 2125. We have worked with dozens of Ghanaian churches in New York and know how to make a group collection run smoothly.
Guldstreet's Approach to Ghana Customs Compliance
Customs compliance is an area where Guldstreet's approach differs from less experienced shippers. We:
- Review every packing list before the barrel ships — not just for completeness, but for potential customs flags. If your list includes items that attract higher scrutiny or could be misclassified, we advise you before the barrel leaves New York.
- Never encourage misdeclaration — some shippers advise customers to undervalue goods to reduce duties. This is illegal in Ghana, damages the community's reputation, and puts the recipient at risk of cargo seizure. We do not do it.
- Work with vetted clearing agents — we have cultivated relationships with clearing agents at Tema Port who are competent, honest, and experienced with diaspora shipments. We do not refer customers to agents who cut corners.
- Keep customers informed on regulation changes — Ghana's import regulations change. Vehicle age limits, duty rates, and prohibited items lists are updated periodically. We monitor these changes and inform customers when their planned shipment is affected.
Getting a Quote — Fast and Simple
Getting a quote from Guldstreet is straightforward:
- By phone: Call +1 (551) 800 2125 Monday through Saturday. We pick up. Tell us what you want to ship, how many barrels or what type of vehicle, and your New York pickup address. We give you a price on the call.
- Online: Submit our online quote form with your shipment details. We respond within one business day — often the same day.
There is no obligation with a quote. We give you an honest number and let you decide. We do not use high-pressure sales tactics or "limited time" pricing.
Community Partnerships and Referral Program
Most of Guldstreet's new customers come through referrals from existing customers — diaspora community members who have shipped with us and were satisfied. We take that trust seriously.
We have ongoing relationships with:
- Ghanaian professional associations and alumni networks in New York
- Ghanaian churches and community organizations in the Bronx, Brooklyn, and New Jersey
- African grocery stores and markets in New York who refer customers looking for shipping services
- Clearing agents and freight brokers in Ghana who recommend Guldstreet to their customers' American contacts
If you are a community organization or business that regularly refers members to Ghana shipping services, contact us about our referral partnership program.
Frequently Asked Questions — Getting Started
How do I get a barrel?
You can purchase 55-gallon shipping barrels from Caribbean and African grocery stores in New York, or from shipping supply stores. Guldstreet can also source barrels for you — ask when you book. New barrels cost $15–$25 each at most stores in the Bronx and Brooklyn.
What if I am not in New York but want to ship to Ghana?
Our primary service area is New York, New Jersey, and Philadelphia. For customers outside this area in the U.S. Northeast, we may be able to arrange transport of your barrel to our facility — call to discuss your situation. We can also refer you to trusted partners in other U.S. cities (Atlanta, Houston, Washington, D.C.) who ship to Ghana.
Do you ship from Ghana to the USA?
Our primary service is USA-to-Ghana. For goods shipping in the reverse direction (Ghana to USA), call us to discuss options — the market is smaller but we can advise on the best approach for your specific needs.