Ship Car To Coimbra

Car Shipping Coimbra

The third largest city, Coimbra is also a municipality in Portugal. A hub of education and trade, Coimbra is densely populated and offers a range of attractions for tourists and locals alike.

Many people like to visit and even stay and work in Coimbra and if you are planning to move to work or study here, having a vehicle can make your commuting a breeze.

Cost & Time For Shipments

*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.

Regulations for Import and Registration of Vehicles.

Additionally, there are specific laws in Portugal that cater to imports. Even though it adheres to the EU standards of emission control, there are other aspects to consider. As a tourist, you are allowed to import for 180 days in 1 year but the auto has to be in your name and used only for your family. There should be valid insurance and you need to have an international driving license to drive in Coimbra and other cities in Portugal.

However, if you are a returning citizen or moving on a work visa, you will be required to get it registered after 180 days. To do this, you need to have a residency permit. The automobile that you need registered has to be inspected and modifications are needed to adhere to the EU emission regulations. It has to comply with the highway standards of Portugal. These modifications will depend upon the model, make, and age. When you apply for the residency permit, you will need to get the local Portuguese driving license and license plates.

If you are importing a new vehicle you will need to pay VAT but if you are importing that you own and have used, there is no Value added Tax (VAT). But if you sell it within 12 months of import, the tax will need to be paid. Some of the documents that you need while importing include:

• Proof of ownership.
• “Certificado de Bagagem” issued by Portuguese Consulate.
• Work permit.
• Bill of Lading.
• Purchase invoice.
• Insurance on the vehicle.
• Driving license issued in the USA.

Additionally, importing becomes more complex because all of the documentation and communication needs to be done in Portuguese. Thus, it is better to hire the services of A1-AT as they can assist you through the steps of import and will be with you through custom clearances. They will keep the communication channels open and ensure that clearances go through.

Specific to Portugal, all cars are issued an “All-in-One” card which works as a license plate, insurance, and registration. You need to have it with you as long as you are driving it. You will need to take the assistance of the local Citizen’s Shops to get the forms filled out in Portuguese.

Just like moving to any other country, you need to consider the methods of moving to Portugal and that does affect the total cost. Thus, you might need to look at your budget and requirements before you select RORO or container. The container method is more expensive as it has extra protection for your auto and other goods that you are hauling within 20 feet or 40 feet of freight containers. RORO is cheap as you only pay for the bay where the car is secured on the open deck. There are some limitations that you have to adhere to which include moving an empty car devoid of all personal belongings. You can talk with us at A1-AT service to know more about hauling or contact the Portuguese embassy in the USA.

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