Exporting Vehicles From Canada Into Europe
Exporting Cars From Canada To Europe
Exporting your car from Canada to European countries requires a lot of planning and coordination. With over thirty years of experience in automotive shipping, and a wide network of vetted shipping experts worldwide, MVS Canada can help you ship your passenger vehicles, antique cars, exotic cars, or others to Europe.
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Note: The information on this page is for reference only, and is subject to change based on regulations and legislation in Canada and individual European countries. For more information, fill out the form at the bottom of the page to get a quote, or contact us directly to speak to our shipping experts.
Why Import a Car from Canada to Europe?
Importing a car to Europe from Canada can be a strategic move. Here are some common motivations we hear from clients:
- Moving to Europe for work, study, or personal reasons and bringing your trusted vehicle along.
- Military personnel stationed in Europe may need to transport their vehicles for convenience and familiarity.
- Purchasing a car model that’s not available in your home country.
- Finding a rare or classic car in Canada that you want to add to your collection.
- Car enthusiasts looking to participate in European car shows or races with their own vehicles.
- Simply preferring the specifications or features of a car model found in Canada over those available in Europe.
Shipping Your Car Via Container
Shipping a car from Canada to Europe must be done with great care to ensure it makes the journey safely. After your vehicle is prepared for shipping, it will be securely loaded into a shipping container, either alongside other vehicles to reduce the overall cost of shipment, or in its own container for a higher cost but faster transit time. Specially trained operators will load your vehicle inside the container and safely strap and chock your vehicle so that it does not move during transport. Your car will only be trusted to experienced car shipping experts, so you can rest assured that your vehicle is in trusted hands.
Roll On/Roll Off (RoRo) Shipping
While shipping cars in containers offers enhanced security and protection, another popular method for shipping overseas is Roll On/Roll Off (RoRo) shipping. In this process, vehicles are driven directly onto a with facilities for transporting wheeled cargo. Once securely parked and fastened, the vehicles are transported to their destination and are driven off upon arrival.
RoRo shipping is often more cost-effective than container shipping and is ideal for those looking to transport operational vehicles quickly and efficiently. However, it provides less protection against environmental elements and potential damage compared to container shipping.
Costs Of Exporting From Canada To Europe
Shipping a car from Canada to Europe involves several stages, each with its associated costs. While exact figures may vary depending on the specifics of your vehicle and destination, there are a number of fees, taxes and duties to consider on top of the ocean freight and shipping costs, including:
Costs in Canada
- Inspection fees from the Canada Border Service Agency.
- Export documentation fees such as the including the Vehicle Export Record.
- Maintenance or modifications.
- Recall clearance documents.
- Shipping insurance
- Transporting your car to the shipping port.
Costs On Landing
- 10% import duty (7% for antique cars) and a 19% import value-added tax (VAT).
- Customs Fees.
- Transport from port to final destination.
- Inspections.
- Modifications to meet requirements.
- Registration.
- Insurance.
The Process To Export Your Car From Canada To Europe
While the exact process to export your car from Canada to Europe will depend on a variety of factors including your location of origin and destination, as well as your type of car, the process generally includes the below basic steps:
Preparing Documentation
Gather all required documents, including the car’s title, bill of sale, passport, and any export/import paperwork required by Canadian and European authorities.
Preparing Vehicle For Shipping
Clean the vehicle, remove personal items, and ensure it’s in good working condition. Disable the alarm system and reduce the fuel level to comply with shipping regulations.
Customs Clearance in Canada
Before your vehicle departs, all necessary Canadian customs paperwork will be completed on your behalf, including any required security checks.
Loading and Securing
Specially trained operators will load your vehicle into a container or the Roll On/Roll Off structure, securing it to prevent movement during transit.
Transit to Destination
The vehicle will be shipped to the destination port in Europe.
Arrival at Destination Country
Upon arrival in your destination country, the container holding your vehicle will be transported directly to a customs bonded warehouse. The vehicle will be carefully unloaded using ramps and prepared for customs clearance.
Customs Clearance
Your car will be inspected and all necessary paperwork will be processed on your behalf by specially trained officers. They will ensure you pay only the applicable VAT and Duty fees. Once the total cost is determined, you will be notified, and you can pay this amount directly to customs.
Transportation to Final Destination
Once the car has been cleared from customs, you may be able to drive the car to your final destination, or it can be transported on your behalf.
Local Registration and Regulation Compliance
The requirements to drive your car legally in each country depend on the country and the length of time you intend to stay – either temporarily or permanently.
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Regulations For Importing Cars Into Europe
If you are looking to import your car from Canada to Europe, you will need to determine the regulations specific to that country. Countries that are part of the European Union (EU) will be subject to EU regulations.
In general, the EU sets overarching standards for vehicle safety, emissions, and homologation, ensuring that imported cars meet stringent criteria before they can be driven on European roads. However, individual countries within the EU have their own specific regulations and processes on top of the EU process, and import duties that vary significantly.
| EU-WIDE REGULATIONS | COUNTRY-SPECIFIC REGULATIONS |
|---|---|
| Vehicle safety standards | Import duties and taxes (such as VAT) |
| Emissions requirements | Registration procedures |
| Certification processes | National roadworthiness tests |
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Documentation Required For Exporting
When exporting a car from Canada to Europe, you’ll need documentation for Canadian authorities, EU (if applicable), and your destination country.
Canada
- Bill of Sale
- Vehicle Registration
- Vehicle Export Record (VER)
- Recall Clearance Letter
- Export Declaration
- Proof of Ownership
- Inspection Report
Europe
- Customs Import Declaration
- Bill of Landing
- Proof of Ownership
- Technical Inspection Certificate
- Compliance Certificates
- Proof of Insurance
- Duties/Taxes Receipt
Note: The documentation needed by both Canadian and European authorities will vary depending on your vehicle, location, and the specific country that you are importing into. This information is general in nature. Our shipping experts and contacts can provide you with the exact information for your situation.
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