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Import Cars from Germany: Get Instant Import Rates & Duties

We import cars to the US from Germany by ocean and air using our door to door service. With ship over 16,000 vehicles worldwide via our locations in California, Florida, and New Jersey.

Get instant rates to import cars from Germany, including container shipping, duties, taxes, and fees using our car shipping calculator.

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Why Choose Us To Import Cars From Germany

With decades of expertise in German car imports, we've helped thousands of customers import their dream cars from Germany to the USA. Our comprehensive door-to-door service includes:

Expert German car import service via container or air freight
Weekly container consolidation saving up to 50% on shipping costs
Complete customs clearance and documentation handling
Nationwide pickup from all major German cities
Door-to-door delivery through our US facilities
Specialist knowledge of US import regulations and requirements

We collect your vehicle from anywhere in the US using open or enclosed car transporters. The car is then transported to our nearest export warehouse in California, Florida or New Jersey.

You always have the option to deliver/drop off the vehicle yourself.

With nearly 2 decades of experience in loading containers, we make sure that your cars are safely secured for their journey overseas.

Our team works closely with US Customs to clear cars for export.

For a seamless car import experience, we work with reliable partners worldwide to ensure your cars arrive safely and are properly cleared with import customs.

AIRPLANE

Need your vehicle fast? Air freight delivers in just 3-10 days, making it the quickest shipping option—significantly faster than container or RoRo shipping. Exact timing depends on customs and documentation.

SHIPPING CONTAINER

Our containers fit 1-4 vehicles—running or non-running—and offer cost-saving consolidation shipping. For high-value cars, we provide dedicated 20ft or 40ft containers.

RORO VESSEL

RoRo shipping requires vehicles to be operational and empty. Available ports and rates vary. Note: This method is only available for oversized cars

GERMAN CAR IMPORT COSTS

How Much Does It Cost to Import a Car from Germany?

Base import costs from Germany include:

2.5% duty for standard vehicles (25% for trucks)
Shipping costs vary by service type and location
Harbor Maintenance and Processing Fees (MPF)

Additional considerations:

Our container consolidation service saves up to 50% on shipping costs
Optional Cargo Damage Protection available
Door-to-door service includes all handling and documentation fees

“Excellent communication and genuine interest in our vehicles well being throughout the whole process. Highly recommend them for all your vehicle shipping needs!”

Alexander

San Francisco, California

German Car Protection During Import

Protect your German vehicle during international shipping with Cargo Damage Protection. This coverage safeguards your car from its arrival at our warehouse through overseas delivery by our trusted agents. Most standard auto insurance policies don't cover international shipping. If you decline Cargo Damage Protection, please note that our liability is capped at $500 per the Carriage of Goods at Sea Act.

Wholesale Car Import & Export Solutions

We provide high volume dealers, auctions, wholesalers and event organizers turn-key shipping solutions for their vehicles.

End-to-End solutions between the US and the world
Vehicle collection & export clearance
Private warehouses in CA, FL, NJ
Vehicle and parts consolidation
Use our carrier bookings or your own
Ability to choose your own import agent when shipping dedicated containers
Expedited Air Freight options

Documentation For German Car Imports

Importing your German car to the United States requires specific documentation for customs clearance. Here are the required documents:

Essential Documentation:

Original Bill of Lading
Bill of Sale
Foreign Registration or US Title
Letter of Approval from NHTSA
EPA Form 3520-1
DOT Form HS-7

Vehicle Age Requirements:

Vehicles 25 years and older: Exempt from DOT & EPA rules if unmodified
Vehicles under 25 years: Must meet US safety and emissions standards
Factory-built race cars: No age restrictions apply

Proper documentation is essential, but it's just one piece of the international shipping journey. Learn everything about international car shipping, from documentation to delivery, in our comprehensive guide.

Car Shipping Cost & Duties:

Base German import costs:

2.5% duty for cars
25% for trucks (Chicken Tax)

Additional mandatory fees:

Harbor Maintenance Fee (HMF): 0.125% of cargo value
Merchandise Processing Fee (MPF): 0.3464% of cargo value (minimum $31.67, maximum $614.35)

Duty Exemptions:

Vehicles 25 years and older (if unmodified)
Factory-built race cars (no age requirement)
US-built vehicles being returned

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German Car Import Process

Importing cars from France to USA involves a straightforward process. The United States imports more vehicles than any other country in the world.

Buying cars from France and importing them to the US is becoming increasingly popular due to vehicle rarity and the potential to get a good deal on cars due to a strong US dollar.

Transit Times for Car Imports from France:

2 weeks to clear customs, load into a container and onto the ocean vessel
An additional week for shared container service
2-3 weeks sailing from Europe to New Jersey
5-10 weeks sailing from Europe to California

Car Import Services From France:

Container, RoRo & Air Freight service
Secure container loading & crating options
EU Export & US import customs clearance
Door to door delivery
Short-term & long-term secure storage
Auctions
Temporary, permanent & event imports
Returning US vehicles

Registering Your Car in Germany

Importing a car from France to USA requires several key registration and documentation steps to ensure legal compliance.

Essential Documentation:

Original bill of lading
Bill of sale
Foreign registration or US title
Letter of approval from NHTSA
EPA Form 3520-1
DOT Form HS-7

Import Car Restrictions:

Vehicles 25 years and OLDER are not required to conform to DOT & EPA rules as long as vehicle is unmodified

Vehicles UNDER 25 years:

Factory built race cars have no age requirement
Unmodified US built vehicles can be returned
Show & display vehicles for events, testing, and other applicable use cases

We guide you through the entire German car import process and handle all US registration and compliance requirements.rocess.

Frequently Asked Questions About Europe Car Shipping

The cost to import a car from Germany to the USA ranges between $2750 to $3350

Import costs include:

2.5% duty for cars (25% for trucks)
Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125% of value),
MPF (0.3464%, $31.67-$614.35 range).

Additional fees include shipping and destination charges.

Required documents include:

original bill of lading
bill of sale
foreign registration or US title
NHTSA approval letter
EPA Form 3520-1
DOT Form HS-7.

Import eligibility depends on vehicle age:

25+ years old: Exempt from DOT & EPA rules if unmodified
Under 25: Must meet US standards
Factory race cars: No age restrictions
Show & display vehicles allowed for events

Transit times include:

2 weeks for customs and loading
additional week for shared container service
2-3 weeks sailing to New Jersey
5-10 weeks sailing to California.

Our container consolidation service saves up to 50% on shipping costs.

We offer shared container options from France while maintaining dedicated container service when needed.

We provide safe transport from:

Berlin
Hamburg
Munich
Frankfurt
Stuttgart
Düsseldorf
Cologne
Leipzig
Dortmund
Bremen

Yes, you can import a car from Germany to the US, but there are specific requirements to consider:

Cars must be 25 years or older to avoid strict EPA and DOT regulations
Shipping costs range from $2,750 to $3,350 for port-to-port service
Import duty is 2.5% of the vehicle's value
Additional fees include:
- Harbor Maintenance Fee (0.125%)
- Merchandise Processing Fee (0.3464%)

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