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# Trucking Wait Fee

A trucking wait fee is assessed by the trucker when the amount of free waiting time expires. Most drivers allow 1-2 free hours to load or unload a container, after which they charge for additional time at a prorated hourly rate.

## What is a trucking wait fee?

A trucking wait fee is assessed by the trucker if the amount of free waiting time expires.

Most truck drivers will allow for 1-2 free hours of waiting to pick up the full container and 1-2 hours to unload the full container. After the free time expires, they will begin charging for additional time on a prorated hourly rate -- the trucking wait fee.

Additional wait time to pick up the container from the port is usually caused by port congestion.

If applicable, a trucking wait fee will appear on your Flexport quote or invoice as a destination charge.

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