Import Vehicle Into USA From Iceland

Importing Vehicles Into the USA From Iceland

Are you planning to import a vehicle from Iceland into the USA? One of the international car shipping services we offer is hauling from Iceland to the USA. The process involves preparing the proper paperwork and dealing with customs regulations in both countries. We are an experienced international shipper because we know how to deal with the legal and logistical challenges involved in the process.

Cost & Time Examples for Import a Car from Iceland

1. *Prices and times are estimated. They can vary depending on the season and the type of vehicle.
2. *Save on ground transport costs by delivering the vehicle to the nearest port.
3. *Allow an additional 10 days to process the documents.
4. *Prices are for one 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.
5. *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.

Common reasons to import a vehicle into the USA

You could import a vehicle into the USA from Iceland for different reasons:

• You live there and bought a nice car that you do not want to leave behind.
• You were visiting Iceland and bought a duty-free car.
• You are relocating back to the USA with a car that you migrated to Iceland with.

Whichever your reason is, there are various factors you should consider before deciding to import the motorcar into the USA. First, the automobile has to comply with USA safety and emission standards as required by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Department of Transport (DoT). Such are vehicles that are manufactured in the USA. So, when purchasing a motorcar in Iceland and you plan to import it into the US someday in the future, check with the seller or manufacturer to ensure that it matches US standards. Here are the EPA import requirements for automobiles.

Find An International Shipping Company

After confirming that your vehicle meets US standards, the next step is to find an international shipping company. There are two options here. You can find an Icelandic international shipper who ships to the US or a US-based shipper who ships to and from Iceland. People find the second option to work best.

American companies are generally more reliable and experienced, arguably so. Also, they are licensed to transport motorcars within the US. So, after the automobile is cleared from customs, they will deliver the vehicle to your doorstep or to a warehouse near you. When finding a shipper, your priorities should be professionalism, reliability, and experience in moving from Iceland to the USA.

Benefits Of Hiring A Professional Shipper

A professional international vehicle carrier is essential for safely importing an automobile from Iceland into the United States. There is little room for error at customs, but many factors can jeopardize your car's security during transit.

Here are the benefits of hiring a professional motorcar shipping company:

• It has the right hauling equipment and trained employees to handle your car.
• Such a company is familiar with the import and export policies of the US and Iceland.
• Such a company has marine cargo insurance to protect your shipment in case of any accident or damage.
• Such a company will likely have pocket-friendly moving rates due to economies of scale.

Documents needed

The whole process of overseas shipping is complicated because of the paperwork involved. Before exporting from Iceland, ensure you have all the documents needed at the port. The customs offices require that the vehicle's owner be present to clear the car. However, you can hire a customs broker too. The documents needed at the port are the automobile purchase invoice, the motorcar registration certificates, and your passport. The customs office will also inspect the contents of the automobile. It is always advisable to remove all personal content from the motorcar.

After Iceland Customs Offices clear the vehicle, inquire from your auto transporter when it will arrive in the US. Make sure to alert the US customs office of the arrival date. The US customs office will not clear the vehicle unless it conforms to the standards as mentioned earlier. Also, they check the shipper’s bill of lading, the contents of the car, the Icelandic automobile registration documents, and the motorcar bill of purchase.

Remember, customs duty charges are involved at both the exit and entry ports, and these taxes are subject to change. Therefore, before you start making arrangements to ship your car, contact customs authorities in both countries to find out the amount of customs duty fee you are expected to pay and if you qualify for any exemptions.

Cost of shipping

The cost of shipping a car from Iceland varies from company to company. These companies have different pricing plans. You have to get quotes from different hauling companies to have a clear idea of the amount it will cost to ship the vehicle. Please note that the moving company's quote does not include the customs duties or freight charges involved in overseas shipping. Also, the quote is subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances such as extended storage time.

We, A-1 Auto Transport, are an expert international automobile shipper. We are the right pick if you need to import vehicle into USA from Iceland. We have established routes between major Icelandic cities such as Reykjavik, Akranes, Selfoss, and Keflavik, and all other major cities in the fifty states in the US. Contact us today for a quote or more information.