- Car Shipping Chile
- Ship Your Car To Or From Chile
- Typical Shipping Prices – How Much Does It Cost?
- Cost & Time Examples For Shipping a Car to Chile
- Top Chilean Shipping Destinations
- Other Types Of Vehicles We Transport To Chile
- General Information About Shipping To Chile
- Required Documents For Shipping A Vehicle To Chile
- International Shipping Costs
- Shipping Of Heavy Equipment & Oversized Cargo To Chile
- Relevant Statistics
- General Facts
- International Shipping Methods for Heavy Equipment and Oversized Cargo Transports
- Other Services
- Related Information & FAQs
Car Shipping Chile
Ship Your Car To Or From Chile
Typical Shipping Prices – How Much Does It Cost?
- To ship a car to Chile from the United States will usually cost between $1,800 to $3,300, in addition to import taxes and marine insurance.
- The most cost-effective way to ship a car to the area is aboard a ship inside a transport container. For further savings, these containers can be split among parties to reduce the individual shipping costs.
Cost & Time Examples For Shipping a Car to Chile
To/From | Ground | Ocean | Days |
---|---|---|---|
Los Angeles to (California port) to Arica | $350 | $3,200 | 5+32 |
Boston, MA to (New York port) to San Antonio | $400 | $2,900 | 5+29 |
Las Vegas, NV to (California port) to Arica | $450 | $3,200 | 5+32 |
Seattle, WA to (California port) to Iquique | $550 | $3,200 | 6+13 |
Chicago, IL to (New York port) to Arica | $675 | $3,700 | 6+17 |
Denver, CO to (California port) to Iquique | $775 | $3,200 | 7+13 |
Memphis, TN to (New York port) to San Antonio | $800 | $2,900 | 6+29 |
Miami, FL to (New York port) to Arica | $925 | $3,700 | 7+17 |
Dallas, TX to (California port) to Valparaiso | $1,025 | $3,200 | 7+19 |
Dallas, TX to (New York port) to Valparaiso | $1,025 | $2,600 | 7+23 |
*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.
Top Chilean Shipping Destinations
Other Types Of Vehicles We Transport To Chile
Chile is a country that is economically speaking, one of the most prosperous in South America, owing in part to its democratic and free system of government, and also to its geographically ideal positioning. Even though it is not wider than 200 miles at any point in the country, its coastline stretches for more than 2,700 miles bordering the Pacific Ocean, and this allows for many port cities that encourage world commerce.
A few of these ports are Arica, San Antonio, and Valparaiso, and they receive goods from most ports in the United States, so chances are wherever you’re located in the U.S. the port nearest you can ship vehicles to Chile. Depending on your location and the destination port in Chile, the ocean-going travel time is likely to take between two and three weeks.
The transport business you hire will take care of many of the specifics and regulations associated with international shipping and exporting, but before anything can get rolling, you'll need to make some fundamental decisions. One of the variables in the quoted pricing is how the automobile will travel from the United States to its overseas destination. Although it will be less expensive to drive the vehicle to the port city yourself, several transport firms offer door-to-terminal service for an additional fee.
Another important element of overall cost is the method by which your vehicle will be shipped/imported. It could be shipped/exported in its own container and lifted on and off the ship in port, or it could be transported by the Roll-on/Roll-off (RORO) method, which basically calls for it to be driven on and off the ship by making use of a ramp. RORO is usually significantly cheaper, but if you have an expensive vehicle, you may want the greater protection offered by container shipping.
General Information About Shipping To Chile
Even though many of the details of international shipping/importing will be handled by your transport company, you will need to prepare some paperwork yourself. You’ll need to have the year, make, and model of the vehicle documented as well as its VIN number, which is the unique serial number it was given at manufacture time. Along with this, you’ll need its bill of sale, original title, and your driver’s license and passport. These are needed to clear customs inspections at both ends of the journey.
You must be able to prove that your vehicle is eligible to be shipped internationally, which means if there is a lien of any kind on the vehicle, you must have written authorization from the lienholder stating their agreement. To check the exact requirements in this area, you should consult the Title 19 of the U.S. Code of Federal Regulations, which refers specifically to these requirements.
Prior to shipping, a certificate must be filed with the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agency. The legal requirement is to file within 72 hours of departure, but you will not want to cut things that close – it is highly advisable that you file long before that time, in case anything holds up processing. You will need this certificate in hand to clear U.S. customs at the departure port.
The process of registering a vehicle in Chile.
Required Documents For Shipping A Vehicle To Chile
- Original purchase invoice.
- Bill of lading.
- Proof of ownership.
- Vehicle identification certificate.
- International Police Certificate.
- Cost certificate & tax receipt.
- Valid passport.
International Shipping Costs
Your transport company will be able to provide you with an accurate quote once the following are known: the delivery to a port method, the shipping method, the dimensions, make, and model of your car, and cost of insurance and any taxes imposed by either country’s Customs agents.
Shipping Of Heavy Equipment & Oversized Cargo To Chile
The easiest way to ship heavy equipment or oversized cargo to Chile from the U.S.A. is by hiring a skilled and experienced transport company. At A1 Auto Transport we’ve been helping people nationally and internationally ship their vehicles, heavy equipment, oversized cargo, and more for nearly 30 years. We have access to the most reliable transport equipment and modern shipping technology. Not to mention, our staff members are familiar with the compliance of foreign import policies. We can help you ship all kinds of heavy equipment or oversized cargo anywhere in the world.
If you’re wondering if what you need to ship would be considered as “heavy” or “oversized” cargo, you can call in and ask the professionals at A1 or take a look at the list below.
Types of Oversized Cargo and Heavy Equipment We Can Ship
- Bulldozers
- Combines
- Forklifts
- Harvesters
- Pontoon Boats
- Yachts
- RVs
- Motorhomes
- Tractors
- Air Drills
- Cold Planers
- Cranes
- Log Loaders
- Pneumatic Rollers
- Skid Steer Loaders
- Skidder
- Asphalt Pavers
- Excavators
- Backhoes
- Boom Lifts
- Crawler Loaders
- Heavy Trucks
- Motor Graders
- Mowers
- Scissor Lifts
- Trenchers and more…
Relevant Statistics
- Over 10,000 cars are shipped to Chile annually.
- More than 95% of car imports to Chile come from North America and Europe.
- On average, it takes approximately 14 days for a car to be shipped from the United States to Chile.
- Around 80% of the cars shipped to Chile are used vehicles.
- The cost of shipping a car to Chile ranges from $1,500 to $3,000 depending on the distance and vehicle size.
General Facts
- Shipping a car to Chile requires compliance with customs regulations and documentation.
- The cost of shipping a car to Chile depends on factors such as the size of the vehicle and the shipping method.
- It is important to hire a reliable shipping company that specializes in international vehicle transportation.
- Before shipping a car to Chile, it is necessary to obtain the required permits and pay the corresponding import taxes.
- Once the car arrives in Chile, it may need to undergo an inspection by customs authorities to ensure compliance with safety and emissions standards.
International Shipping Methods for Heavy Equipment and Oversized Cargo Transports
The type of cargo you’re shipping will determine which of the four international shipping methods are available to you. Our trained representatives will go over your options with you after you provide them with a few details, but if you’re curious as to what overseas transport methods we offer, here is a little information…
- Container Shipping is the most secure overseas transport method since it protects your cargo within within metal walls and a ceiling. Your cargo, whatever it may be, must fit into a 40ft shipping container to use this method.
- Flat Rack Shipping is open air service that includes securing your cargo to a metal frame before it is placed on the boat.
- Roll On/Roll Off Shipping is the cheapest shipping option. Your large or heavy vehicle or piece of equipment must be driven or rolled onto and off of the ship.
- Lift On/Lift Off Shipping is recommended for those with inoperable vehicles or crated cargo.