Ship Car To Budapest

Car Shipping Budapest

Hungary's largest city and capital are pivotal points of the nation's trade, politics, culture, and industry. If you are moving to Budapest to continue your education, are a returning citizen, or are on a work permit, transferring your vehicle from the US can be an asset for faster and easier commuting.

First, the import process can be simplified if you have a valid Hungarian Residence Permit or if the vehicle is owned by someone with the permit. It can expedite the process considerably. However, U.S.-made cars might need to be modified as per EU requirements before they are delivered from the US.

Cost & Time Examples For Shipping a Car to Budapest

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

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

*Allow an additional ten days to process the documents.

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

*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.

Additionally, it always helps to ensure that you work with a trusted delivery service, where A1 Auto Transport service can fulfill the requirements. We have been transferring vehicles to the EU for years and understand all aspects of the rules and regulations of Hungary. There are other regulations specified by Hungarian law, which include:

• Vehicles have to be less than four years old.
• A vehicle equipped with a catalytic converter can be imported duty-free. However, you need a valid Hungarian Residence Permit.
• Vehicles that are dispatched will have to pass emission and environmental tests that are older than four years. The cost to get it done is included in your bill, and clearance might need technical modifications.
• Only after the customs duties are paid can you apply for a Hungarian Registration number, and now you can quickly drive through the EU.

Important documents

As with international shipping, many documents must be submitted when you export your vehicle from the US and when the car enters the new destination port. These documents include:

• Signed invoice of the vehicle.
• Proof of identification: Passport, work/residence permit.
• Original registration papers and title deed of the vehicle.
• Liability insurance to cover the Hungarian government and the dispatching service.
• Bank guarantee (delivery service will assist in obtaining it)
• US driver's license.

Before exporting the vehicle from the USA, you or A1 Auto Transport service must notify the US Customs and Border Protection about your intent. As Hungary is landlocked, your vehicle will be shipped to a port in Croatia and then delivered by land to Budapest. Border checks will be done at the checkpoints, so having a set of document copies in the car is essential.

For a smooth vehicle import, adherence to all requirements is essential. You have the option of shipping your vehicle by RORO or container transfer. You can contact the Embassy of Hungary for the latest changes in the laws on vehicle imports.