Ship Car To Kobe

Car Shipping Kobe

The sixth largest city in Japan, Kobe is the capital of the Hyōgo Prefecture. Situated 20 miles away from Osaka, it is located on the island of Honshū. Kobe is a large business district offering merchants a consistent means of living.

There are ample employment opportunities to uncover, which is why this city is heavily populated. Public transportation in Kobe includes nearby trains and railway lines, but your personal vehicle will be much needed because you can travel in and around Kobe as you want.

Shipping your vehicle from the United States to Kobe is not challenging to do. You must ship your car to the nearest port in Osaka, Japan. Having a car hauling service on your side is very beneficial during the import process. A1 Auto Transport Service is one company that can get your motorcar to Japan with no delays.

Moving rules and regulations can be very intimidating if you don't know your way around it. A1 Auto Transport Service has years of experience working with customs and can help you ship your automobile quickly. When you work with an experienced company that knows the rules and regulations of shipping, it can take the worry away so you can concentrate on other aspects of your trip.

Cost & Time Examples For Shipping a Car to Kobe

*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 automobile 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 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.

Delivery Methods

You will have two different ways to ship your vehicle to Japan. The first method is container shipping. This method involves your automobile being loaded into a closed-in container. You can also add all your household items to your motorcar if you are moving, so you can ship everything to Japan simultaneously. This is the more expensive hauling option, but you can ship everything simultaneously.

The second method is the roll-on/roll-off shipping method, also known as the RORO. This method involves your car being driven onto the deck of a ship and then harnessed down for the trip. The vehicle will need to be prepped before moving, and you can only have floor mats, a car jack, and a spare tire in your vehicle at the time of import. Your motorcar will be rolled off the ship once it reaches port. This method is the most affordable way to ship an automobile to Japan.

Procedure for Sending a Vehicle to Japan

If you ship your vehicle to Japan for less than one year, there will be different rules and regulations for a temporary import. You must obtain a Carnet de Passage en Douane, or CPD for short. This certifies that you are the owner of the motorcar. The Japan Automotive Federation, or JAF for short, will require that this document, along with all the paperwork you must fill out, will be needed to get your automobile registered in Osaka.

If you are transporting your car to Japan for over a year, you must complete the paperwork for a permanent import. All documents will need to be sent in ahead of time. You will need to provide proof that you paid the customs duties, provide proof of insurance, registration, and ownership. You must also give a Bill of Lading and any other registration documents requested. You will also need to clear an emissions test before the vehicle will be released back to you. You can find out more about importing to Japan by viewing the Japan Automobile Federation website.