Ship Car To Bermuda

Car Shipping Bermuda

Ship Your Car To Or From Bermuda

Typical Shipping Prices – How Much Does It Cost?

• Shipping a car to Bermuda generally costs between $1,200 and $3,400, depending on where in the U.S. you’re shipping from.
• There are duties that apply to outside vehicles brought into the country, so be sure to check current rates and factor that into the cost as well.

Driving on and importing a vehicle to Bermuda are both subject to severe regulations. One car per household is the limit in Bermuda. Moreover, tourists are not allowed to rent cars or drive other people's vehicles while in Bermuda. Only Bermudians in possession of a valid driver's licence are permitted on the roads. Despite this, mopeds and scooters are largely unregulated. They are the most popular means of transportation in Bermuda, but importing an automobile requires adhering to a few requirements and regulations.

Popular Shipping Destinations.

• Hamilton
• Saint George

Requirements.

According to the Motor Car Act of 1952, there are requirements that people must meet in order to import/export their vehicle into Bermuda. First, the car must be new or no more than six months old at the time of importation. The owner of the car must also have been the first owner of the vehicle.

Additionally, cars being imported/exported into Bermuda will need to meet the necessary physical conditions and specifications before being allowed entry into the country. The maximum length allowed is 175 inches; the maximum width allowed is 71 inches; the maximum engine capacity allowed is 2,500 cubic centimeters; the maximum power to weight ratio allowed is 10.5 kilograms per kilowatt.

Before you begin the process of importation, alert the Bermudian authorities to the make and model of your vehicle. You will need to prove the car’s specification before entry.

Note: 1952 was the last time a major piece of legislation about car importation was instituted.

Required Documents For Shipping A Vehicle To Bermuda.

Before you import your car, you will need to be sure to collect the following documents and send them to the proper authorities:

1. A personal letter, detailing your reasons for importing a car.
2. The manufacturer’s brochure or something else from the dealer that shows your car’s specs.
3. Emissions certificate.
4. Bill of sale.
5. Certification of title.
6. Overseas vehicle registration.

Classifications.

In order to qualify for a private motor vehicle license, the vehicle must fall into one of eight classifications ranging from Class A at up to 138” in length to Class H at up to 175” in length. No car can exceed 71” in height.

Fees.

There are standard fees for initial registration of the vehicle, but for more information regarding tariffs, duties, and taxes, please visit Bermuda’s Customs Website.

Process of registering a vehicle in Bermuda.