Ship Car To Skopje

Car Shipping Skopje

The largest city, Skopje, is the capital of Macedonia and is located close to the Vardar River. It is the economic, educational, cultural, and political center, so most expatriates and diplomats call it home away from home. If you plan to move to Skopje, you might be interested in importing your vehicle here. However, that would require planning and adherence to Macedonian laws and regulations.

Cost & Time Examples For Dispatching a Car to Skopje

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

*Save ground transport costs 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.

*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.

Import Regulations

Specific regulations set by the Macedonian government apply to all motor vehicles playing on the roads in Skopje. You need to adhere to these regulations:

• You need to have a valid passport or copy of the passport.
• USA-issued international driver’s license.
• Clear title deed, vehicle registration documents, and license plate.
• It is compulsory to register with the police department in Skopje within 48 hours of receiving the vehicle.
• Payment of entry tax that is a maximum of 14.5% but varies depending on the car's value.

Additional documents

As per automobile regulations under the Ministry of Transport and Communications, there are additional documents that you need to submit, which include:

• Original purchase voucher/Bill of Sale with pertinent details about VIN, engine and chassis number, and make/model/year of the automobile
• As used vehicles can be imported, you need to have the original title deed and registration documents
• Current and valid U.S driving license
• If the car is new, you need a government-issued import license
• Insurance certificate
• Bill of Lading

As Macedonia is landlocked, you must ship your vehicle to the Port of Thessaloniki in Greece and then drive it across to Skopje or authorize the shipping service to deliver it after taking the vehicle delivery in Greece.

Before the vehicle is exported from the USA

The shipping process starts by finalizing the shipping service, getting a written estimate on the cost, and then prepping the car for shipping, especially if you are using the RORO method. The total shipping cost includes the shipping service fees, container shipping or RORO method you select, and customs duties you will pay to the Macedonia Customs Administration.

If you choose container shipping, prepping the car won’t take long as there are no specific regulations. All you need to do is hire a container that is 20 feet or 40 feet, put the car, and secure it. Along with it, you can add other goods inside it and seal it at the US port. However, when you pick the cheaper method, which is RORO, you have to adhere to some of the regulations. This includes:

• I am removing all personal belongings and car accessories before shipping.
• Fuel and flammable material, including air conditioning gas, has to be removed.
• Steam cleaning of the vehicle to avoid quarantine at the Greek port.

You can discuss this with your shopping service and ensure your car is shipped quickly. Additionally, you can browse the Embassy of the Republic of Macedonia in Washington to update information on the latest regulations on vehicle imports.