Ship Car To Port Said

Car Shipping Port Said

Early in the 20th Century, Port Said was one of the two major ports of interaction for travelers throughout the world. The world-famous writer Rudyard Kipling wrote: "If you truly wish to find someone you have known and who travels, there are two points on the globe you have but to sit and wait, sooner or later your man will come there: the docks of London and Port Said." When you’re ready to have your auto moved it will be an easy task once you hire the services of an international company. They work with moving globally every day and your agent will be able to assist you with their knowledge of the process, the ways to ship, and the paperwork that will be required for both the company and customs officials once it reaches there. The firm will need the following important documents from you as they are setting up your request:

1. Driver’s License or Photo Identification
2. Title
3. Insurance Certificate
4. Power of Attorney Statement
5. Social Security Number

Your agent will also be able to let you know what types of paperwork will be necessary for customs officials when it reaches there. The following paperwork is the basic paperwork that will be necessary. You may contact your agent or the Embassy of Egypt in Washington, DC for further information on mandatory customs paperwork as well.

Cost & Time For Shipments

• Shipping a car from the U.S. to Port Said totals $2,875–$4,425, with East Coast ocean freight at $2,600 and West Coast container rates reaching $3,400.
• East Coast departures to Port Said complete in 31–33 days total; West Coast routes extend to 43–45 days, with document processing adding up to 10 additional days.
• Egypt requires a passport stamped within 6 months of import, a bill of sale proving ownership within 1 year, and an authorization letter — all vehicles are subject to import duties regardless of residency status.

*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.

Foreign Travelers Entering There

If you are a foreign traveler relocating you will need to provide customs with your Passport as well as a Visa showing at least 3 months residency permit. You’ll have to have your Airway and Seaway Bill and an authorization letter to handle it. You will also need it title and the bill of sale that shows you have owned the car for one year or less.

Citizens

You will need your passport and it must be stamped within six months of importation. You also need your bills and a handling authorization letter. Your car title and bill of sale must show your name and it must also show that the car was purchased in the last year before importing.

Diplomats

You will need your passport as well as an Egyptian Diplomatic ID. You will need to get a Clearing Letter that can be obtained from the Egypt Ministry of Foreign Affairs.

All vehicles whether new or used are subject to pay taxes and import duties. Foreigners who are working for the Egyptian Government or who own their own business may apply for a duty exemption permit for their vehicle. Please be aware that if it is exempted from paying duties you will only be allowed to have it there for six months and will have to export it back to the United States at the end of the six months. Also, it is advisable to move your materials separately because it can take several days longer to process and clear an automobile through customs than it will take for personal material to process and clear.

Methods of International Moving

• Ro-Ro (Roll On/Roll Off)-

It has been one of the most popular ways to move for many years and is used daily around the globe for importing and exporting of all types. While Ro-Ro is the simplest as well as the quickest choice, it only allows it to be moved but does not allow for personal material to be present inside the vehicle. Your agent will let you know what preparations you will need to make for it if you move with Ro-Ro.

• Container Method

Moving in a container provides some extra comfort in knowing that it is protected from the elements of the sea air and water while being delivered. Many people who haul classic cars will often choose to dispatch in a container for safety and insurance reasons. You can also purchase a container to have your material moved as well.