Ship Car To Dortmund

Car Shipping Dortmund

Dortmund is a large city in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. It holds significant importance and is the cultural and commercial hub of the Ruhr region.

If you are moving here for further education, on a job, or are a returning citizen, you will realize that having your vehicle can be a pleasant requirement as hiring is extremely expensive. Not only will you be able to save time and money, traversing across the city, but language barriers will not be an issue.

It is comparatively easy to import from any state in The USA. However, it is necessary to work with a professional company and that is where hiring A1-AT service is a sensible option. You can move from any of the major ports and pick the RORO or container option as an affordable method to import.

Cost & Time For Shipments

• Shipping a car from the U.S. to Dortmund costs $1,200–$3,500+, with East Coast departures via New York averaging $2,600–$2,900 less than West Coast routes.
• Most vehicles arrive in Dortmund in 4–10 weeks via ports like Bremerhaven or Hamburg, with Dortmund's central North Rhine-Westphalia location supporting efficient inland delivery.
• Germany's Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt requires all imported U.S. vehicles to pass a technical inspection and meet EU emission standards; non-exempt importers pay 10% import duty plus 19% VAT.

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

*Save the ground cost by delivering 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 haul 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.

Vehicle Regulations.

The auto must adhere to the required modifications as per the EU environmental protection and emission laws. All imported ones have to pass the technical inspection by the Kraftfahrt-Bundesamt (KBA) or the Federal Motor Transport Authority in Germany. If you have a U.S.-made vehicle, chances are high that you will need to get the tires, headlights, brakes, and emissions modified before it can be cleared for import. Thus, it is best to know about the requirements from A1-AT service about the automobile you intend to move.

Costs and Clearances.

The German Customs Administration conducts a roadworthiness test before the auto is cleared for payment of import duties and related taxes. However, there are specific eligibility criteria that allow you to move on tax waivers. These are only applicable when it is free from any lien and is registered in your name in the USA. Other criteria include:

• Plan on being a permanent resident and renounce U.S. citizenship.
• Lived away from the European Union for a minimum of 12 months.
• Owned and used the vehicle for at least 180 days.
• You agree to re-export or sell it before going back to the USA.

Other than that you are required to pay the taxes which are standard 10% of the import duty based on the valued price. There is an additional 19% VAT or the Einfuhrumsatzsteuer (import turnover tax) which is applicable on non-EU vehicles.

Registration.

You or an authorized representative must take the delivery as ports do not hold vehicles. You are required to get the local driving license and the registered with the Federal Motor Transport Authority in Germany within 6 months of importing it. If you intend to be in Dortmund for no longer than one year you can get special permission to drive it with the U.S registration and license. However, a translated registration document and permit have to be attached with the relevant paperwork. The documents that have to be submitted for registration include:

• Passport of the owner.
• Official resident address proof.
• Custom tax receipts and clearance documents.
• Import permit for Germany.
• S-Title deed/car registration documents.
• German Federal Motor Vehicle Registry certificate.
• Insurance proof.
• Emission and roadworthiness certificates.

It is important to learn about the German traffic rules and speed limits. Although all roads are well-maintained and driving laws are followed stringently, it is good to adhere to all laws for safe travel.

The two viable methods used by freight hauling include container and RORO. You have the option of choosing any of these but ensure that you consider your budget and requirements. Talk with A1-AT and we’ll be able to assist you.