Ship Car To El Salvador

Moving A Vehicle To El Salvador

Planning to ship a car to El Salvador from the United States? Whether you’re relocating, sending a vehicle to family, or exporting a vehicle for business or sale, A-1 Auto Transport makes the entire process smooth and worry-free. With decades of international shipping experience and a strong track record in Central American vehicle transport, we’re your trusted partner for car shipping to El Salvador.

We help clients transport vehicles from every state in the U.S. to major ports in El Salvador — including the port of Acajutla — and ensure all customs regulations, documentation, and logistics are handled accurately and efficiently.

What Vehicles We Can Help Ship?

We ship more than just cars. A-1 Auto Transport provides professional vehicle shipping to El Salvador for a wide range of vehicle types, including:

• Sedans, SUVs, and hatchbacks
• Moving pickup trucks and passenger vans
• Motorcycles and scooters to El Salvador
• Shipping boats and jet skis
• RVs, campers, and trailers
• Commercial and fleet vehicles
• Heavy equipment and machinery
• Classic, luxury, and electric vehicles

If your vehicle is roadworthy, properly documented, and compliant with El Salvador’s import laws, we can move it — safely and legally — to the port or city of your choice.

Typical Prices – How Much Does It Cost?

• A standard automobile costs $2,000 to $4,200 to deliver from the U.S. in a container.
• Factors that can affect the total cost include where it’s being shipped from, the size of the vehicle, and the added expenses of locally introduced taxes and registration.

Estimated Cost & Time For Shipment

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

*Save on ground move costs by delivering.

*Allow an additional ten days to process the documents.

*Prices are for one auto in a dedicated 20ft container. This is the safest and most reliable way to deliver 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.

Car Shipping Options

We offer multiple transport methods to suit your budget, vehicle type, and delivery needs.

Roll-On/Roll-Off (RoRo) Shipping

The most common and affordable way to ship a car to El Salvador. Your vehicle is driven onto a large cargo vessel, securely parked inside, and then driven off upon arrival. RoRo transport is ideal for standard vehicles in good working condition and provides reliable, scheduled transport to El Salvador’s major ports.

Container Shipping

If you’re shipping a luxury, high-value, or classic vehicle, or if you want to include personal belongings with your car, container vehicle shipping is a secure and flexible option. Your vehicle is sealed in a steel container and loaded onto an ocean freight vessel. Shared and dedicated container options are available depending on your budget and how much space you need.

Inland Pickup and Delivery

Not located near a port? No problem. We offer door-to-port service from anywhere in the U.S., picking up your vehicle and transporting it to the appropriate U.S. shipping terminal (typically in Florida, Texas, or California) for departure to El Salvador.

Once the vehicle arrives at the Salvadoran port, we also assist with customs clearance and, if needed, help arrange final delivery within El Salvador.

Requirements for Shipping a Vehicle

When transporting a vehicle to El Salvador, there are specific rules and documents you’ll need to follow. Our international shipping team will walk you through every step, but here are the basics:

Required Documents

• Original vehicle title (no liens)
• Photo ID or passport copy
• Bill of sale or purchase invoice
• Shipping documentation (provided by us)
• Import permit or authorization (as required)
• Proof of residence (if you are a returning citizen)

Import Regulations

• Vehicles over 8 years old may face additional restrictions or higher import duties.
• The vehicle must be in safe, operable condition (especially for RoRo).
• All taxes, customs duties, and registration fees are the responsibility of the recipient in El Salvador.
• Emissions and safety compliance may vary depending on vehicle type.

Our team works closely with customs officials and port authorities in both the U.S. and El Salvador to ensure your shipment meets all legal requirements. We also help you calculate total import costs and duty expectations based on your vehicle’s age, value, and classification.

To dispatch your auto, US Customs requires that you drop it off at the pier from which it is moving at least 72 hours in advance. This allows time for the Automobile to be checked thoroughly and for Customs to ensure that nothing was placed in it after an initial inspection.

Popular Delivery Destinations

• Apopa
• Mejicanos
• San Salvador
• Santa Ana
• Soyapango

How Long Does It Take to Ship a Car Here?

Transit time depends on your location in the U.S. and the shipping route chosen. On average:

• From East Coast ports (e.g., Miami): 1–2 weeks transit time
• From West Coast ports (e.g., Los Angeles): 2–3 weeks transit time
• Inland vehicle pickup may add 3–5 additional days

We provide full scheduling guidance, tracking updates, and delivery coordination so you always know where your vehicle is — and when to expect it.

Why Choose A-1 Auto Transport?

A-1 Auto Transport has been handling international vehicle shipping for over 30 years. Our team is experienced, well-connected, and committed to providing a stress-free transport experience from start to finish.

When you work with us, you get:

• ✅ Licensed and bonded international shippers
• ✅ Custom quotes with no hidden fees
• ✅ Secure RoRo or container options
• ✅ Nationwide pickup from your home, dealership, or warehouse
• ✅ Customs clearance support at both origin and destination
• ✅ Insurance options for international coverage
• ✅ Full communication from booking to delivery

We’ve helped thousands of customers successfully ship cars to El Salvador and other Latin American countries. Whether you’re shipping a single vehicle or coordinating multiple exports, we’re equipped to manage everything with professionalism and care.

Costs for Dispatching

Operates on the Central American Tariff System. This classifies certain commodities into categories and then adds a 13% Value Added Tax to the item in question, which may also apply to your ride. In addition to the VAT, you may also need to pay 30% of the CIF value of the vehicle, which depends on the year, make, and model.

Get a Free Quote to Ship Your Car to El Salvador

If you’re ready to move a vehicle to El Salvador, A-1 Auto Transport is ready to help. We’ll walk you through the paperwork, recommend the best shipping method, and give you a clear, affordable quote with no obligations.

Call us today at 1-888-230-9116 to get a free quote for car shipping to El Salvador. Reliable, affordable, and backed by decades of experience — A-1 Auto Transport makes international shipping easy.

Relevant Statistics

• Over 2,000 cars are shipped annually.
• The average cost of shipping is $1,500.
• Approximately 95% of shipped arrive in good condition.
• A car is shipped from the United States on average in 20 days.
• The busiest harbor for shipments to El Salvador is Acajutla, handling about 85% of all incoming vehicles.

Auto Transport

The company must be fully licensed and bonded via the Federal Maritime Commission. This provides you with a greater level of protection and assures that you know the company in question knows what they are doing to have received this level of licensure.

Your auto move company might instruct you to remove the tags from your car before dispatching it. License plates are sometimes stolen from vehicles being shipped for souvenir purposes.

Make sure to ship apart from any household goods you may be shipping into the country if you are planning a permanent move here. This ensures that the process will move quickly and you do not inadvertently forget any paperwork you might need.

Don’t run into a gas emergency; research well in advance. The US Coast Guard requires the empty gas tank to be shipped via container. For roll-on/roll-off moving, only a quarter of a gas tank should be in the vehicle before shipping.