Ship Car To Birkirkara

Car Shipping Birkirkara

The beautiful city of Birkirkara is located in the central part of Malta. Birkirkara is the most populated area located on the island and has continued to show growth commercially and with residential units.

Living in Malta has so many advantages and if you plan to settle down in this island located in the Mediterranean Sea, you will want to bring your own vehicle with you, whether you are here for work or for education, or just for personal reasons. Importing your vehicle to Malta will give you the freedom to go when you want to go and save you money that you would normally pay for car rentals.

Cost & Time Examples For Shipping a Car to Birkirkara

*Prices and times are estimated. They can vary depending on the season and the type of vehicle.

*Save the ground transport cost by delivering the vehicle to the nearest port.

*Allow an additional 10 days to process the documents.

*Prices are for 1 car in a dedicated 20ft container. This is the safest and most reliable way to transport a vehicle internationally. Other items may be included in the container to help save you money when moving.

*Using the RoRo (roll on, roll off) method is less expensive and shipments can be completed in fewer days. Contact us now for a free RoRo quote.

The first step in importing your vehicle from the United States to Malta is to hire a reputable transport company who knows the ins and outs of importing to this area. A1 Auto Transport service is a company that can provide top customer service and assists you in moving your vehicles from the port of the United States to the port at Malta. We can even provide door-to-port service allowing you more time to concentrate on packing. You will need to provide us with the documentation needed for import so we can handle the rest. Some of this includes:

• Proof of ownership.
• Bill of Lading.
• Insurance and registration documents.
• Import permits.
• Vehicle purchase bill.

Regulations for Importing.

In order to transport the vehicle to Malta, you will need to be living on the island for less than six months prior to your import date. You will also need to be the owner of the vehicle for at least six months before shipping it over. If you are a citizen of Malta and are returning after living abroad, you will not be charged any duty taxes for importing. You will, however, need to show proof of your vehicle insurance. The vehicle will need to be registered in the registration and repair log, Your car will need to be inspected upon arriving in Malta by the Transport Malta Agency before you can obtain your car. You will have seven days to have your car inspected once it reaches the port. You have to fill out the VEH01-VEH04 forms before your vehicle can be inspected by the Land Transport Directorate.

In addition to these forms, you will also need to bring the Certificate of Conformity of your car where it was purchased at the original car manufacturer. You will be responsible for paying any registration charges in order to place tags on your vehicle while driving in Malta. To determine your registration fee, you need to consider the value of your car and the type of emissions your car currently has. If you are only staying in Malta for a short period of time, you don't have to pay any new taxes. You will only need to pay taxes if you plan to become a permanent resident.

If you are coming to Malta on a long term basis, you will be exempt of paying as long as you provide proof of your Visa when you import. You will need to have a Certificate of Export if you plan to stay in Malta for good. You will also need to apply for residency too. While staying in Malta, you will need a Maltese driver's license and have tags on your car. You can find out all about the paperwork needed by contacting the Embassy of Malta located in Washington, DC.

Shipping Methods for Malta.

When importing a vehicle to Birkirkara, you will have two different methods in which to choose from; Roll On/ Roll Off and container. If you choose the Roll On/ Roll Off method of shipping, you will find that it's more affordable however, you will need to prepare your vehicle for shipment in order to avoid delays. This method requires that your vehicle be driven onto the deck of the ship and then strapped down while in transport. Then once it reaches Malta, it will be unstrapped and driven off the ship and into customs charge until it is released to you.

If you choose container shipping, you will be allowed to add personal and household items to your container in addition to your vehicle. The container will secure your items and your car for transport in a safe 20 foot or 40 foot container that is loaded onto the ship. When the ship arrives at the port in Malta, the container is then unloaded by crane and prepared for clearance.