International Car Shipping

Ship Your Car
Anywhere in the
World, Safely.

Trusted international car shipping from India, UAE & Singapore. RoRo and container options with full customs handling, pre-shipment inspection, and comprehensive transit insurance — door-to-door or door-to-port, your choice.

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500+ Vehicles Shipped Monthly RoRo & Container Options Door-to-Door Delivery Full Transit Insurance 50+ Countries Served Pre-Shipment Inspection Customs Clearance Handled 15+ Years Experience Real-Time Shipment Tracking All Makes & Models Accepted India's No.1 Car Shipper Zero Damage Guarantee
Shipping Methods

RoRo vs Container Shipping

Two proven methods for international car transport. We'll recommend the right option based on your vehicle type, route, and budget.

RoRo roll-on roll-off car carrier vessel at port — international car shipping

RoRo Shipping

Roll-On / Roll-Off — Most popular for standard vehicles

Your vehicle is driven directly onto a purpose-built car carrier vessel and professionally secured on deck. No crating needed — the most economical method for running, standard-height vehicles on high-frequency routes.

Advantages

  • Most cost-effective method for standard cars
  • Faster port handling — no crating or packaging required
  • Frequent sailing schedules on major routes
  • Vehicles professionally lashed and secured on deck
Best For
Standard cars, SUVs & running vehicles
Typical Transit
4 – 8 weeks

Not sure which method suits your vehicle? Our experts will advise at no cost.

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Service Levels

Door-to-Port or Door-to-Door?

Choose the level of service that fits your needs. Both options include full documentation support, customs handling, and transit insurance.

Door-to-Port

We collect your vehicle and deliver it to the destination port

We collect your car from your home or office and manage the entire shipping process — loading, documentation, export customs, and ocean freight. You arrange collection from the destination port.

What's Included

  • Vehicle collection from your door
  • Pre-shipment inspection & photography
  • Export customs clearance & documentation
  • Ocean freight (RoRo or container)
  • Full transit insurance
  • Import customs at destination (your responsibility)
  • Delivery from destination port (your responsibility)
Best for: Experienced importers or customers with a local agent who prefer to manage port pickup themselves.
How It Works

Car Preparation & Shipping Process

From booking to delivery — here's exactly what happens at each stage of your international car shipment.

Booking & Quote

Confirm vehicle details, route, and service level. Receive a fixed-price quote.

Inspection & Photography

Full photographic condition report completed by our agent before loading.

Vehicle Preparation

Fuel reduced, battery isolated, alarms disabled, tyres inflated. Ready for loading.

Collection & Port

Vehicle collected from your door (or dropped at port) and loaded onto the vessel.

Clearance & Delivery

Import customs cleared at destination. Vehicle delivered or collected from port.

Booking Info

  • Vehicle make, model & year
  • Shipping method preference
  • Origin & destination addresses
  • Preferred sailing date

Documents Needed

  • Original vehicle title / registration
  • Passport / national ID copy
  • Proof of ownership
  • Insurance certificate

Prep Checklist

  • Fuel level below 1/4 tank
  • No personal items inside
  • Battery terminals accessible
  • All alarms deactivated

Port Processing

  • Export customs filing
  • Bill of lading issued
  • Condition report signed
  • Tracking activated

At Destination

  • Import customs clearance
  • Duty & tax assessment
  • Port or delivery handover
  • Condition check on receipt
Popular Routes

Where We Ship Your Car

Regular sailings from India, UAE & Singapore to destinations worldwide. Competitive rates, fixed schedules, dedicated support on every route.

Dubai skyline at golden hour
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India → United States

Mumbai / Nhava Sheva to Los Angeles, New York & Houston

10 – 14 weeks RoRo Container
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Dubai skyline — iMove car shipping to UAE
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India → UAE

Mumbai / Chennai to Dubai & Abu Dhabi

2 – 3 weeks RoRo Container
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London skyline — iMove car shipping to United Kingdom
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India → United Kingdom

Mumbai / JNPT to Southampton & Tilbury

6 – 8 weeks RoRo Container
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Sydney Opera House — iMove car shipping to Australia
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India → Australia

Chennai / Mumbai to Sydney, Melbourne & Brisbane

5 – 7 weeks RoRo Container
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Bangalore cityscape — iMove car shipping from UAE to India
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UAE → India

Dubai / Jebel Ali to Mumbai, Chennai & Bangalore

2 – 3 weeks RoRo Container
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Singapore Marina Bay skyline — iMove car shipping to Singapore
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India → Singapore

Chennai / Mumbai to Singapore Port

3 – 4 weeks RoRo Container
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Shipping to a different country?

We serve 50+ destinations worldwide. Request a custom quote for any route not listed above.

Customs & Import Duty

We Handle Every Step of Customs Clearance

International car shipping involves layers of documentation, country-specific regulations, and import duty calculations. Our dedicated customs team manages the entire process so your vehicle clears without delays — at both origin and destination.

Export Documentation

We prepare and file all export paperwork — vehicle title verification, Bill of Lading, Packing List, and NOC where required. All forms are submitted to port authorities before sailing.

Import Customs at Destination

Our in-country agents file the import declaration, calculate and advise on applicable duties and taxes, and secure clearance from the destination customs authority before delivery.

Duty Assessment & Guidance

Import duty rates vary significantly by country, vehicle age, engine size, and declared value. We provide a duty estimate before you book so there are no surprises at the destination port.

Compliance & Regulations

Different countries have different emissions standards, safety requirements, and import restrictions. We advise you upfront whether your vehicle meets destination country requirements.

Customs Quick Reference

Required documents & indicative duty rates

Documents Required

  • Original vehicle title & registration certificate
  • Valid passport copy (owner)
  • Purchase invoice or proof of ownership
  • Bill of Lading (provided by iMove)
  • Insurance certificate (provided by iMove)
  • Foreign driving licence (some destinations)

Indicative Import Duty Rates

United States 2.5% + EPA fees
UAE 5% CIF value
United Kingdom 6.5% + 20% VAT
Australia 5% + 10% GST
India Up to 125% (age & CC dependent)
Note: Duty rates vary by vehicle age, engine size, declared CIF value, and current trade agreements. We provide a personalised estimate before you book.
Insurance & Protection

Your Vehicle is Fully Protected, Every Mile

Every vehicle we ship is covered by comprehensive marine transit insurance. We work with leading underwriters to ensure your car is protected against all major risks.

All-Risk Marine Insurance

Institute Cargo Clauses (A) — the most comprehensive marine cover available. Protects against all physical loss or damage during transit including loading, shipping, and unloading.

  • Total loss and constructive total loss
  • Partial damage from collision or rough seas
  • Fire, lightning, and explosion
  • Theft during port handling

How Coverage Works

Insurance is calculated on the declared CIF (Cost + Insurance + Freight) value of your vehicle. We recommend insuring for the full market replacement value for complete peace of mind.

  • Insured value based on current market price
  • Certificate of insurance provided to you
  • Coverage from door to final destination
  • Premium typically 0.5% – 1.5% of vehicle value

Pre-Shipment Condition Report

Before your vehicle is loaded, our agent photographs and documents its full condition. This report protects you — any damage occurring during transit is clearly attributable and claimable.

  • 360-degree photographic record
  • Mileage recorded at collection
  • Signed by our agent and customer
  • Used as evidence if a claim is needed
100%
Vehicles Insured
<0.3%
Damage Claim Rate
14 days
Average Claim Settlement
ICC(A)
Highest Marine Cover Grade
Customer Stories

What Our Customers Say

Thousands of vehicles shipped. Thousands of happy customers. Here are a few of their stories.

"Shipped my BMW 3 Series from Bangalore to Southampton and it arrived in perfect condition. The pre-shipment inspection gave me complete peace of mind. Customs clearance was handled seamlessly — I didn't need to do a single thing at the UK end."

BMW 3 Series — India to UK

Priya Sharma

Bangalore → Southampton · Container

"RoRo from Mumbai to Los Angeles for my Toyota Fortuner. The team walked me through every document I needed, and the duty estimate they gave upfront was almost exactly what I ended up paying. No hidden surprises whatsoever."

Toyota Fortuner — India to USA

Rajesh Kumar

Mumbai → Los Angeles · RoRo

"Relocated from Dubai to Bangalore and brought my Mercedes with me. The Dubai team handled the export side and the India team managed clearance at Nhava Sheva. Delivered to my doorstep within 3 weeks of sailing. Excellent end-to-end service."

Mercedes C-Class — UAE to India

Ahmed Al-Rashidi

Dubai → Bangalore · Container

"Moving from Singapore to Sydney with my Honda CR-V. The team recommended RoRo for the budget, arranged collection from my apartment car park, and my car arrived in Melbourne within 6 weeks. Tracking updates throughout were really reassuring."

Honda CR-V — Singapore to Australia

Sarah Chen

Singapore → Melbourne · RoRo

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about shipping your car internationally.

The core documents required for most international car shipments are:

  • Original vehicle title or registration certificate
  • Valid passport copy (owner and any co-owner)
  • Purchase invoice or proof of ownership (especially for used vehicles)
  • No Objection Certificate (NOC) from the bank if the vehicle is financed
  • Foreign driving licence (required at some destinations)

Our team will confirm the exact document list for your specific origin and destination once you book.

Transit times depend on the route and shipping method. Indicative sea freight times from India are:

  • India to UAE: 2 – 3 weeks
  • India to Singapore: 3 – 4 weeks
  • India to Australia: 5 – 7 weeks
  • India to UK: 6 – 8 weeks
  • India to USA: 10 – 14 weeks

These times cover ocean freight only. Allow additional time for collection, export customs, port processing at origin, and import clearance and delivery at destination.

Yes. Every vehicle we ship is covered by comprehensive all-risk marine transit insurance under Institute Cargo Clauses (A) — the most extensive marine cover available. Coverage protects your vehicle from door to destination against total loss, physical damage, fire, and theft during port handling.

Insurance is calculated on your vehicle's declared CIF (Cost + Insurance + Freight) value. We recommend insuring at current market replacement value. A certificate of insurance is issued to you before sailing.

Yes — non-running, lowered, modified, and classic vehicles can be shipped via container. Container shipping eliminates the requirement for the vehicle to be drivable since it is loaded using a forklift or crane rather than driven onto the vessel.

For RoRo shipping, the vehicle must be in running condition and able to meet the vessel's ground clearance minimum (typically 120mm). If your vehicle does not meet this, container is the recommended option. Let us know your vehicle's details when requesting a quote and we will advise accordingly.

Import duty is calculated differently in each country. Common factors include:

  • Vehicle CIF value (Cost + Insurance + Freight)
  • Vehicle age and year of manufacture
  • Engine capacity (CC) and fuel type
  • Country of manufacture and applicable trade agreements

We provide a personalised duty estimate for your specific vehicle and route before you confirm your booking. Our in-country customs agents ensure all declarations are accurate to avoid delays or penalties at the destination port.

For RoRo shipments, vehicles must be completely empty — no personal items, loose objects, or aftermarket accessories not permanently fitted. This is a requirement of the shipping line and failure to comply can result in the vehicle being refused for loading.

For container shipments, some destinations permit a limited quantity of personal effects inside the vehicle. However, these items may be subject to separate customs duties and must be declared. We advise on a route-by-route basis — ask our team when booking.

Once your vehicle is loaded, you will receive your Bill of Lading number which can be used to track the vessel in real time via the shipping line's online portal. Our team provides proactive status updates at each key milestone:

  • Confirmed at origin port and loaded onto vessel
  • Vessel departed with estimated arrival date
  • Vessel arrived at destination port
  • Import customs clearance in progress
  • Vehicle released and scheduled for delivery

In the unlikely event of damage, the pre-shipment condition report and photographs serve as your baseline evidence for a claim. Upon delivery, inspect your vehicle immediately and note any new damage on the delivery receipt before signing.

Notify us within 72 hours of delivery. We will guide you through the claims process with our marine insurer, which typically settles within 14 working days for straightforward claims. Our average damage claim rate is under 0.3% of all vehicles shipped.

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50+
Countries Served
99%
On-Time Delivery
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Years Experience
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All-risk marine insurance included in every quote

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