
Ship Your Car To Or From Egypt
Typical Hauling Prices – How Much Does It Cost?
- For a normal car transported in a shipping container, costs for shifting to Egypt from the U.S. start at $2,900 and go up to $6,000 for larger vehicles and other delivery methods.
Cost & Time Examples For Moving a Vehicle to Egypt
To/From | Ground | Ocean | Days |
---|---|---|---|
San Jose, CA to (California port) to Port Said | $200 | $3,000 | 5+45 |
Las Vegas, NV to (California port) to Alexandria | $450 | $3,500 | 5+41 |
Phoenix, AZ to (California port) to City Limits | $550 | $3,000 | 6+45 |
Detroit, MI to (New York port) to Port Said | $575 | $2,400 | 6+21 |
Chicago, IL to (New York port) to The Area | $675 | $2,400 | 6+21 |
Atlanta, GA to (New York port) to Local Area | $700 | $3,000 | 6+26 |
Boston, MA to (New York port) to Alexandria | $400 | $3,000 | 5+36 |
City Limits to Denver, CO to (California port) | $775 | $3,000 | 7+45 |
Memphis, TN to New York port) to Alexandria | $800 | $3,000 | 6+26 |
Local Area to Dallas, TX to (California port) | $1,025 | $3,500 | 7+41 |
*Prices and times are estimated. They can vary depending on the season and the type of vehicle.
*Save on ground transport costs by delivering the vehicle to the nearest port.
*Allow an additional 10 days to process the documents.
*Prices are for one car in a dedicated 20ft container. This is the safest and most reliable way to relocate 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.
Importing your vehicle into a foreign country can prove to be a costly and complex process, but if you do the research and arm yourself with a great auto transport company, it doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Egypt has two options for importing vehicles: temporary or permanent. Both are based on the length of time the car will remain in the country.

Popular Delivery Destinations
- Cairo
- Alexandria
- Giza
- Shubra El-Kheima
- Port Said
- Al Mansoura
- Aswan
- Asyut
- Darnietta
- El Mahalla El Kubra
- Fayyum
- Ismailia
- Luxor
- Zagazig
- Suez
- Tanta

Required Documents For Relocating a Vehicle To Egypt
- Certificate of Origin.
- Passport.
- Registration card.
- Non-sale certificate.
- Official certificate of manufacturing date.
- Invoice.
- Proof of insurance.
- Bill of lading.
- Valid B1 Visa.

Temporary Import
This scenario ONLY applies to foreigners working a temporary job in Egypt and allows the individual to avoid paying all customs duties and taxes.
- Documents Needed: Work Permit and Work Residence Visa
- In this situation, the vehicle’s owner or employer must provide a bank letter of guarantee covering the entire amount that would usually be due for customs duty and tax. This whole amount will be reimbursed/released upon re-exportation out of Egypt at the end of the work period.
Trip Ticket: There is an additional unique temporary scenario regarding vehicles in an auto club in which they are allowed to enter Egypt for a period of 3 months (renewable for a further 3 months maximum) on a tourist basis. This scheme is both duty and tax-free as well.

Permanent Import
Vehicles imported into Egypt permanently must adhere to a particular set of rules as follows:
- The owners of used vehicles must present proof that he/she is the first AND only owner of the car since the manufacturing date.
- The vehicle must be shipped within the first year of being manufactured for new cars.
- All cars are subject to customs duties and taxes.
- Custom duties range from 40%-135% based on the valuation of the vehicle.
- Taxes vary between 10%-35%.
The vehicle’s valuation is calculated based on the CIF (cost, insurance, and freight totals), and that total determines the duties and taxes.
The Egypt Customs website is an excellent resource for preparing to ship your vehicle. Please be aware that because rules and regulations are constantly changing, it is in your best interest to contact someone in Customs directly to ensure you have a good handle on what needs to be done beforehand.
Process of registering a vehicle in Egypt.

Shifting of Heavy Equipment & Oversized Cargo To Egypt
If you are looking for the best and most dependable overseas company around, look no further than A1 Auto Transport. We can ship nearly any type of oversized cargo or heavy equipment from the U.S. to the nation of your choice, including Egypt. With our access to durable transport haulers and equipment and our ability to use the most modern shipping technologies, there is absolutely no reason to be concerned about the safe and timely arrival of your cargo in Egypt. As a matter of fact, for decades, we have been shifting large and heavy cargo of all kinds to places all over the world. Some of the oversized and heavy equipment we have shipped and are capable of relocating again include.
- Farm Equipment
- Industrial Equipment
- Mining Equipment
- Paving Equipment
- Backhoes
- Yachts
- Pontoon Boats
- RVs
- Construction Equipment
- Motor Graders
- Skidders
- Forklifts
- Dump Trucks
- Large Trucks or Heavy Vehicles
- Cranes
- Engineering Equipment
- Agricultural Equipment and more

Most Popular and Recommended Ways to Shift Heavy Equipment and Oversized Cargo Overseas
With A1-AT, you have an abundance of international relocating options. Below are some of the more common overseas transport methods we would like to offer our customers, such as shipping heavy equipment and oversized cargo.
- The Lift On/Lift Off transport method, or the LoLo shipping method, uses a crane to pick up and place your cargo on the boat. This transport method is most commonly used for large, inoperable vehicles or oversized cargo that’s been crated.
- The most practical and inexpensive way of moving is the roll-on/roll-off method, sometimes known as the RoRo shipping method. Your automobile must be in working condition to use the cargo ship's ramp for our open-air service. Potentially, the maximum height with this technology is 15 feet.
- The Flat Rack shipping method secures your cargo in an open-sided and open-top container, which basically resembles a metal frame.
- Container shifting is the safest overseas shifting method. It offers the most protection from the inclement weather since your cargo is protected within the container by its walls and ceiling. Inevitably, this is the most expensive option, but it’s only available to you if your heavy cargo fits into a 40-foot container.
Relevant Statistics
- Over 10,000 cars are moved to Egypt from various countries every year.
- The average cost to shift a car is approximately $2,500.
- Around 75% of cars shipped to Egypt are used vehicles.
- More than 90% of car shipments arrive through the Port of Alexandria.
- Relocating a car takes an average of 30-45 days from start to finish.
General Facts
- Moving a vehicle to Egypt requires complying with specific import regulations and customs procedures.
- The cost of relocating a vehicle depends on factors such as the vehicle's size, weight, and destination.
- It is typically necessary to provide documentation such as the car's title, bill of sale, and registration when shipping a car to Egypt.
- Vehicles being shipped may need to undergo inspection and pass specific emission standards.
- Choosing a reputable international company or freight forwarder is essential to ensure a smooth process when shifting a vehicle.
Other Services
- Overseas moving services to Egypt
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