Ship Car To Freeport

Car Shipping Freeport

In the northwest Bahamas, Freeport is now the second-largest city in the country. This is a place for free trade on the island of Grand Bahama. It has many acres of swamp and scrubland as labeled by the Bahamian government. They hope that someday it can be developed for future generations.

The island is a beautiful place with sandy beaches, great places to fish, and an exciting ecotourism opportunity. If you decide to move to the Bahamas for a while or maybe for good, you will need to import your vehicle so you can get around with ease.

Cost & Time Examples For Shipping a Car to Freeport

*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 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.

Driving Correctly.

Residents in Freeport drive on the left, so if you are importing a right-handed vehicle, you may need to have this modified. It takes a while to get used to driving on the left, but it can be done. Traffic laws in Freeport are similar to those in the U.S. or Canada. If you travel to Freeport, the traffic there is very congested. However, if you are used to driving in the city, you can drive anywhere in the Bahamas.

Shipping Method Options

Your car will be imported on a cargo ship. There are two ways you can ship your vehicle. The first is the roll-on/roll-off method, and the second is the container shipping. With the roll-on/roll-off method, the car is driven onto the ship deck, where it is parked and harnessed down for the trip. You cannot leave anything inside your vehicle while it's being imported. Once the car reaches the port, your car will be driven off the ship, and it will go to customs. If you ship by container, you will load the container with your car and any items you want to bring. The container is then loaded onto the ship's deck, which straps it down for the journey.

Taxes that you are Responsible for

Importing/exporting a car to the Bahamas can be expensive. According to the value of your car, you will be responsible for paying the following taxes.

• 45% if your vehicle is valued at less than $10,000
• 50% if your car is valued between $10,000 and $20,000
• 65% if your car is valued at more than $20,000

You will also be charged a 7% stamp tax unless your vehicle is used for a taxi while there or if it is part of a commercial or public transportation fleet.

If you have paperwork exempting you from taxes and duties, you must bring it with you.

Documents you need

• A copy of your purchase invoice.
• Proof of insurance.
• Copy of customs declaration form.

Once your vehicle enters the Bahamas, you must go to the Road Traffic Department to get it inspected, then licensed and registered. Bring a copy of the above documents and the Road Traffic Vehicle Information Form you completed at the beginning. You can use your driver's license from the United States to drive for up to three months. By then, you will need to have a Bahamian license. Registration fees and inspection will cost you approximately $35. Registration will be estimated based on the weight of the conveyance.

• BS$160.00 if the vehicle is less than 5,000 lbs.
• BS$560.00 if the auto is between 5,001 and 15,000 lbs.
• BS$760.00 if the motorcar is more than 15,000 lbs.

Because fees and taxes are constantly changing, you will need to contact the Embassy of the Bahamas to double-check the current charges.