Shipping a vehicle overseas is a process that can be easily accomplished but can be quite costly depending on where you are shipping your vehicle. In general, the shipping should take between seven to 14 days, depending on the destination. However, the distance is not the only thing used to calculate the shipping charges. Countries have various duties or taxes due when a shipment arrives. You will need to be in touch with your car transportation company to determine all of the fees that will be due at that time. To be able to drive that vehicle once you and it gets there, you may be required to get a state/country issued driver's license and pay any registration fees associated with new license plates or vehicle inspections.
Instructions
1. Contact the U.S. Department of State to determine what fees and documents you be responsible for or need to drive the car once it arrives.
2. Search for international car transportation companies in your area. Compare various prices and advise them of any issues and fees the State Department has revealed.
3. Deliver the vehicle to the port the vehicle will be departing. If you live in a city with a major port, or can get your vehicle to a major port city easily, your costs might be reduced. However, if you cannot get the vehicle there yourself, the shipping company will need to send a driver to pick up the vehicle and deliver it to the port location.
4. Obtain all necessary paperwork from the transportation company on your vehicle's departure date, expected arrival date and port of call. The company will provide you a detailed itinerary with specific details about your vehicle. This information will be vital to claim your vehicle.
5. Claim your vehicle at the port when your vehicle arrives. Some vehicles might be delivered and available for pickup within 30 days. However, it is strongly advised by most shipping companies to pick up your vehicle as soon as possible to avoid a backlog of shipments and potential problems.
