Ship Car To Lisbon

Car Shipping Lisbon

Lisbon, Portugal's largest city and capital, is a lively city along the Atlantic coast. It is located on the west of the Iberian Peninsula and the near the River Tagus. It is the focus of trade, education, and commerce in the country, while most of the multinational companies have headquarters here. This has led to higher employment opportunities and universities.

Cost & Time Examples For Hauling a Vehicle

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

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

*Allow an additional 10 days to process the documents.

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

If you are moving to Lisbon, you can easily enjoy driving your auto and sightseeing. As a tourist, you are allowed to have your personal vehicle imported for 180 days on these conditions:

• It should be registered in your name.
• Only you or your family can use it.
• Have a valid International driving license.
• Have valid US car insurance.

Current Regulations on Importing Vehicles

There are different ways of shipping your vehicle to Lisbon. You can check which of the methods suits you. You can choose from container shipping and Roll-on/Roll-Off methods. It is best to clean the car before shipping so it is not quarantined in Lisbon.

The RORO method is the cheapest and most commonly used method of shipping vehicles worldwide. The car is driven on board and then secured in the allocated space. But you are not allowed any personal items, or leave the air conditioning gas in the car. At the Port of Lisbon, the vehicle is driven off for clearances at the Customs. While in container shipping, your auto and personal goods are packed and secured within 20 20-foot or 40-foot containers. It helps to keep your vehicle secure.

Though you are not required to register your car with Portuguese authorities before 180 days of importing it, as it is considered a temporary import, but after the period is completed, you need to get the residency permit. The Portuguese authorities will require the vehicle to undergo emission and roadworthiness tests and let you know if modifications are needed to meet Portuguese highway standards. However, if you have made the changes before importing the vehicle and it meets EU standards, it will conform to the Portuguese inspection. Many taxes and fees apply to the Customs and Excise Department of Portugal.

Additionally, you will be required to get a new Portuguese license and change the license plates after the local registration. Only if you import a new auto from the USA will you need to pay the VAT, but if you are importing a used auto, there is no VAT unless you sell the car within 12 months of import. All registered vehicles must carry the All in One card as it works as insurance, registration, and log book. If you are driving around the city, you must have the card in the car. However, all documents must be filled out in Portuguese before you are allocated the card. You will need to get expatriate assistance from Citizen’s Shops, which will help you navigate the bureaucratic procedures. The procedure is complete once you have the local license and license plates. However, it is good to know about the driving rules in Portugal before you venture out on your own. You can get in touch with the Embassy of Portugal.

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