Vehicle shipping From The USA to South Africa Durban & Walvis Bay Namibia

We specialise in shipping cars, 4×4’s, Motorhomes, Campervans & Camping trucks to and from South America and South Africa. We offer shipping services on fast, frequent Roll on Roll off (RORO) and container vessels from major USA ports  including Baltimore, Charleston, Brunswick, Free port Texas to the South African port of Durban & Walvis Bay Namibia

Import  / Export Requirements – Southern Africa & Walvis Bay Namibia

For Southern Africa, we only ship vehicles for tourism purposes with a valid Carnet. If the vehicle is to be imported permanently, a carnet is not required, however, taxes and duty will be payable.

For import, we ask that the original carnet is with our local agents at least a week prior to the ship’s arrival so that they may complete the necessary customs formalities.

For export, we recommend you arrive in the city of departure a week before sailing to complete customs formalities. Customs formalities can take place a few days before the vehicle is taken to the port. Under normal circumstances, the vehicle is dropped off at the port 48 hours before the vessel’s arrival.

Example Rates (rates from)

To Southern Africa, start from $75 per cubic metre, special rates are available for vehicles under certain heights/volume. Import costs are typically $500-$800 depending on port, carrier and vehicle weight/dimensions.

Latest Schedules 

There is normally one vessel per month calling at USA & South American ports prior to sailing to Durban South Africa.

Travel Insurance

We would strongly recommend a Travel insurance policy for travel in South Africa. Read more about South Africa Travel Insurance.

Booking

We recommend booking South African bound 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.

The absolute minimum amount of time for bookings on this route is three weeks in advance of the vessel arriving in port.  Generally, most ships depart full, and are normally full a month in advance, so please book early!

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