Ship Car To Stockholm

Car Shipping Stockholm

The most populated city and the capital of Sweden, Stockholm is the administrative, cultural and commercial center of the country. With plenty of employment opportunities, businesses, and eminent educational institutes, there are openings for people all over the world.

That is one of the reasons that several expatriates call it second home. However, when you are here, it helps to have your own vehicle for traveling around. Importing is comparatively simple as the laws are efficient. There are no language barriers as English is well-spoken here.

It is imperative to work with a trusted service to ensure that the tax duties are reduced as the service understands the eligibility for exemptions and helps you avail of them. That is where service can be an asset. We understand all the laws and nuances of moving.

Cost & Time For Shipments

• Shipping a car from the U.S. to Stockholm costs $1,200–$3,500 total, with East Coast departures reaching Sweden at $2,200 in ocean freight versus $3,000 from West Coast ports.
• Transit to Stockholm averages 3–6 weeks, with Baltic Sea winter weather a known delay factor; East Coast departures via New York consistently deliver faster than California-origin sailings.
• Sweden requires 12 months of prior ownership for duty-free import eligibility; non-exempt vehicles are subject to standard EU customs duties plus a 25% VAT surcharge assessed at Swedish customs.

*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.

Valid Documentation.

With any import, there is plenty of paperwork and regulations to adhere to. Here is a quick look at some of the required documents:

• S issued a driving license.
• Passport and valid photo ID.
• Bill of Sale (with details of the car purchase)
• Registration documents of the car.
• Title deed.
• Proof of U.S insurance.
• Swedish temporary insurance.

The owner must be present when it arrives so that customs clearance is possible. Additionally, there are other regulations that you need to adhere to otherwise there is an extra VAT of 25% over and above the standard import duties and levies. These are:

• Need to own the automobile for at least 12 months before importing it.
• Have to declare and use the motorcar only for your personal use.
• Only allowed to import if you have not brought into Sweden any other auto-free in the last three years.
• If you are moving on a long-term basis and have the necessary documents from the government to stay on after the three-month visa expires.
• You are not allowed to sell for one year.

Opt for The Best Method.

You have the option of selecting from Roll-On and Roll-Off Services and Container methods to haul. RORO is the cheapest method to move. It is secured on the deck for the whole period of transit and is then driven off at the port.

While in the container option, the auto is put within a large container and secured. If you intend moving household items or personal goods, along with the vehicle, it is the best way to do it. It is quick and reliable even though it costs more using the 20 feet or 40 feet containers, than RORO.

After the auto passes the inspection, you can drive it home. However, it is important to ask the Customs officials to put it on the active vehicle list. For a year, the U.S.-issued driving license will be active but after that, you will need a local license to drive around.