Vehicle Shipping from Europe to the USA RORO & Container

Vehicle shipping from Belgium & generally to North America USA via RORO & Container

Our company specializes in shipping cars, 4×4’s, Motorhomes, Campervans, and Camping trucks to the USA, offering fast and frequent Roll on Roll off (RORO) and container shipping services to all major USA ports including Baltimore, Brunswick, Jacksonville, Los Angeles, Seattle, and Tacoma.

Our shipping vessels depart from major European (EU) ports including Belgium (Zeebrugge & Antwerp), Germany (Bremerhaven & Hamburg), Netherlands (Rotterdam), Gothenburg Sweden, and many others. This allows us to provide you with flexible shipping options based on your needs and location.

Our RORO shipping services provide an efficient and cost-effective option for shipping your vehicle to the USA. Container shipping provides a secure and reliable method of transport, ensuring your vehicle arrives safely and in excellent condition. Our team of experts can guide you through the shipping process, helping you choose the most suitable and cost-effective shipping option based on your vehicle type, budget, and other requirements.

Sailing times vary depending on the departure and destination ports, with an average range of 6 to 21 days. Our team can provide you with all the necessary information about customs regulations, EPA and DOT requirements, and other important considerations to ensure a smooth and hassle-free shipping experience.

Contact us today to learn more about our shipping options to the USA and how we can help you transport your vehicle to its destination.

Temporary Vehicle Import Requirements – USA

Temporary entry for tourists with their vehicle to the USA is generally straightforward. Tourists can bring their car into the USA for up to 12 months without the need for permanent import.

While a Carnet De Passage is not required for entry, we recommend that you apply for EPA approval/exemption before shipping your vehicle. EPA approval is recommended for vehicles shipping directly to the USA and those planning to enter the USA via a land border.

For Canadian vehicles being shipped into the USA, it is important to check whether your vehicle meets US standards. This information is typically stated on the plate inside the engine bay or door trim. If your vehicle does not have this plate, then you would need to apply for EPA exemption.

EPA exemption is mandatory for shipping a vehicle for tourism purposes to the USA. We recommend that you leave the NAFTA (Canada, Mexico & USA) area within 12 months, as the EPA does not consider your vehicle exported from USA territory until it has left the trade zone.

Our team of experts can guide you through the shipping process, helping you understand the necessary regulations and requirements for shipping your vehicle to the USA. We can provide you with all the necessary information about customs regulations, EPA requirements, and other important considerations to ensure a smooth and hassle-free shipping experience.

Contact us today to learn more about our shipping services to the USA and how we can help you transport your vehicle to its destination.

To apply for EPA exemption for a foreign vehicle 

To understand more about driving and temporarily importing your vehicle into the USA 

More information can be found on the following links in regards to temporary importation:
US Customs & Border Protection
National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Transport Canada 

Permanent Vehicle Import Requirements – USA

When importing cars to the USA, it is important to note that the vehicle should be at least 25 years old in order to be exempt from both the DOT (Department of Transportation) and EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) requirements. This includes compliance with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS), bumper standards, and theft prevention standards.

For vehicles that are less than 25 years old, they must conform to US safety and EPA emission standards. If your vehicle was not manufactured in the US or Canada and was not originally manufactured to conform to the applicable US standards, we strongly advise that you research to find out if any modifications may be required to bring your vehicle in line with the required standards. Vehicles that comply with applicable FMVSS will have a certification label permanently attached by the original manufacturer, which is typically located in the engine bay or door trim.

To import a vehicle that was not manufactured to conform to the appropriate safety and emissions standards, you must contract with an Independent Commercial Importer (ICI) or Registered Importer (RI) to undertake any modifications that may be required to bring the vehicle in line with the appropriate standards.

Our team of experts can guide you through the import process and help you understand the necessary regulations and requirements for importing your vehicle into the USA. We can provide you with all the necessary information about customs regulations, EPA and DOT requirements, and other important considerations to ensure a smooth and hassle-free import of your vehicle.

Contact us today to learn more about our import services to the USA and how we can help you transport your vehicle to its destination.

Additional Information for Shipping a Car to the USA

Please note that for all shipments for North America cargo is to be presented for shipment in a condition free of any oil, soil, dust, grease or other contamination. This includes all surfaces both internal and external (e.g. machinery, cabs, hoses, ladders, tires, wheel arches etc.) It is the customer’s responsibility to ensure the vehicle meets any import regulations and requirements in the destination country.

SOLID WOOD PACKING MATERIALS(SWPM) – shipments arriving in the USA/Canada on or after 1st February 2006 which are found to be non-compliant with regulations may be refused entry and be returned to origin at shipper’s expense. SWPM also includes skids,dunnage and any other wood associated with transportation. Your obligations to the laws and further information may be found on the following or associated web sites: (1) http://www.aphis.usda.gov/import_export/plants/plant_exports/wpm/index.shtml (2) http://www.inspection.gc.ca/english/plaveg/for/cwpc/wdpkge.shtml

Other references http://www.inspection.gc.ca/plants/forestry/imports/wood-packaging/questions-and-answers/eng/1361337692691/1361338425125

Shipping schedules Belgium, Germany, United Kingdom & Sweden to East coast USA (Baltimore, New York, Galveston, Houston USA )

Shipping schedules Belgium, Germany, United Kingdom & Sweden to  Halifax Canada)

Shipping schedules Belgium, Germany, United Kingdom & Sweden to the West Coast USA (Port Hueneme Tacoma, USA)

Foreign Motor Vehicle Insurance

Insurance is required in both the USA and Canada, we can help you obtain the right insurance for your travels. Find out more here Foreign Vehicle Insurance.

Travel Insurance

We would strongly recommend a Travel insurance policy for travel in North America due to the high cost of medical services in the region. Read more about North America Travel Insurance.

Booking

We recommend booking North American services 2-3 months before departure due to the high volume of cargo on this route. To obtain a quote please complete our online quotation form.

Shipping Rates

RORO rates start from £38/€44/$49 per cubic metre plus port fees and clearing costs.

Container shipping prices vary but start from $1200 for a 20ft container and $1400 for a 40ft Container, excluding stuffing and local charges.

Instant Shipping Quotation

Cruise / Travel with your vehicle

It is possible to sail with your vehicle from Europe to North America on the same RORO ship.

The prices include full board.

Rates are charged as follows: (updated for 2019)

Passenger Fares Per Person (Full Board)

Departures from Hamburg / Antwerp / Liverpool to Halifax, 

Departures from Hamburg / Antwerp / Liverpool to Baltimore and Newark