To Ship a Car to Australia we highly recommend organising and carefully plan all your steps due to specific regulations, import restrictions, and logistics and Trans Global Logistics UK Limited and the expert Logistics Team is available to help you ship a car to Australia:
First, we recommend that before deciding to Ship a car you duly research the Australian Import Requirements as Australia has strict import regulations when it comes to ship a car.
Make sure your car complies with these requirements:
Import Permit: You need to apply for an import permit from the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, and Communications (DITRD). For most people, a Vehicle Import Approval (VIA) is required.
Compliance with Australian Standards: The car must meet Australian safety and emission standards. If you ship a car that is not compliant, you may need to modify it to meet these standards, which can be costly.
Quarantine Requirements: The car must be cleaned thoroughly (inside and out) to avoid bringing in soil or plant material that could carry pests.
Secondly to ship a car in the best way possible you need to choose a Shipping Method that will ship a car internationally such Roll-on Roll-off (RoRo) Shipping where the car is driven onto the ship and driven off when it arrives in Australia or Container Shipping where the car is placed in a shipping container. This is more expensive but provides better protection from the elements and theft.
Request quotes from several companies to ensure they provide you with all details and important information to ship a car internationally and that they provide details such as:
- Port of departure and arrival
- Time estimates
- Insurance options
- Importation assistance
- Costs at Arrival
- Import tax and Duty
- Any test approval on vehicles like Asbestos and Australian quarantine requirements.
Don’t forget to remove personal items from the car. Australia has strict rules on what can be in your vehicle when you Ship a Car and customs will inspect it.
Document the car’s condition by taking photos before you ship a car to document any existing damage. This will help in case there are issues with damage during transit.
Shipping a car overseas can be risky. It’s highly recommended to purchase marine cargo insurance to cover any damage or loss during the shipping process.
Don’t forget that once your car arrives in Australia, you’ll need to pay the applicable import duties and taxes:
Customs Duty: Typically, 5% of the car’s value.
Goods and Services Tax (GST): 10% of the car’s value (including the cost of shipping).
Luxury Car Tax (LCT): If the car’s value exceeds a certain threshold, you may need to pay an additional tax.
Once you have completed the Customs Clearance Process your car will be inspected upon arrival in Australia. The shipping company or a customs broker can assist with the clearance process, but you’ll need to submit your import approval documents/Provide the purchase receipts/Complete the Customs Declaration.
And lastly after you ship a car you will need to check and process the vehicle Registration in Australia to drive your car legally in Australia as you must register it with the local state or territory authority and each state has different requirements, so you must check the local registration office for specific details on registering your imported vehicle.
Important Considerations:
Shipping Time: The journey can take several weeks, depending on the shipping method and departure/arrival ports.
Cost: Shipping a car to Australia typically costs between $1,000 and $5,000, depending on the shipping method, the car’s size, and the port of departure.
Port of Entry: The main ports in Australia are Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, and Perth. Choose one that’s most convenient for you.
By planning ahead and understanding the regulations, you can successfully ship a car to Australia and as a shipper make sure to check the latest regulations with Australian authorities before finalizing the process but most of all choose a Shipping Company like @Trans Global Logistic UK Limited that has an extensive experience in shipping to Australia.
Speak with our Expert who will be able to advise you on the latest rules and regulations.
Trans Global Logistics Uk Limited , International Shipping & Logistics Company with 30 years of experience, will be able to offers several services for your Vehicle Transport / Customs Clearance / Import and UK Vehicle Registration to confidently support your shipment in either Import or Export for any type of equipment.
Contact us at Trans Global Logistics Uk Limited
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