Ship Car To Lahore

Importing a Vehicle to Lahore

Lahore, the Pakistani Capital of Punjab, is well known for the beautiful gardens stretching around the city and the arts, music, and festivals held throughout the year. When relocating to Pakistan, Lahore is one of the most beautiful and artistically creative cities to relocate to. When you have relocated to Lahore and find that you will need your auto to be in the city with you, you will need the assistance of a professional international auto transporter to relocate the car for you.

Unlike freight within the United States, you must follow the customs-regulated requirements of the transport company when delivering your vehicle overseas. The international transporter will need you to provide some essential documents and fill out paperwork to arrange international cargo.

Cost & Time Examples For Shipping a Car to Lahore

*Prices and times are estimated. They can vary depending on the season and the type of automobile.

*Save ground transport costs by delivering the vehicle to the nearest port.

*Allow an additional ten 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 an automobile 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.

Essential Documents Required to Cargo Internationally:

• DriDriver'sLicense or Photo Identification
• Social Security Number
• Vehicle Title
• Power of Attorney (Signed)
• Proof of Insurance

You may want to check with U.S. Customs for more information on U.S. export laws and updated precautions for U.S. residents traveling outside the United States. While your transport agent will be able to provide you with the details you need to ship your vehicle internationally to Lahore, you can also contact the Federal Board of Revenue of Pakistan for insightful information on customs practices and regulations you may find interesting for Lahore when shipping your auto or other personal items to the city.

What to Expect When Automobile Reaches The Area

As with shipping to any city internationally, you can expect to go through an extensive customs checkpoint when your auto reaches the entry port for Lahore. Agents will visually inspect your car to ensure nothing has been altered on the vehicle frame or the engine. If your auto has had modifications done to the exterior, it will not be approved for import into Lahore, Pakistan. Aside from the physical inspection, you must pay taxes and import duties to customs agents upon arrival. Import duties can be as low as 40% of the CIF (cost, insurance, and freight) and as high as 60%. Taxes will be assessed based on the autautomobile'slue and must be paid at the time of import. Anyone can import a new auto to the Area, but only Diplomats may import an auto older than two years old. There are a few exceptions to the used car policy, which is for Pakistani Nationals who may be importing a used automobile to give as a gift once the vehicle is in the city or if you are changing your permanent resident status to live in Lahore permanently.

When the vehicle is received at the entry port and proceeds through the customs checkpoint,, you must provide legal documents to customs agents upon arrival. Documents may include:

• Your Passport
• OBL/AWB
• Auto Title
• A De-Registration Certificate is obtained before shipping
• Original Sales Invoice that includes making, model, engine number, and hp of engine

You can also contact the Pakistani Customs Office for further information on customs laws for vehicles and personal belongings imported into Lahore.

Before the Vehicle Delivers Overseas

When preparing to have your four-wheeler delivered overseas, you must discuss all transport options and the cost associated with freight internationally with your international transport agent. Your agent will explain to you any modifications you may need to do to your auto before delivery, documents that you may need to present, and financial obligations you will need to take care of before as well as after your vehicle reaches the entry port for Lahore if any are required post transport. You must also ensure that international shipping insurance covers you if the cargo firm does not include insurance. The agent who handles your international auto conveyance will be your primary source of information for all of your cargo needs and will be able to provide excellent information on international cargo laws, customs regulations, and policies for the location where your vehicle will be delivered.

The Best Ways to Deliver a Vehicle to the Area

When people ship a vehicle internationally, they usually choose between Ro-Ro and Container Cargo. Freight with Ro-Ro or Roll-On Roll-Off Cargo is the most common way to ship a vehicle internationally. Vehicles are driven onto a ship and securely parked for the overseas voyage. No personal belongings are allowed to ship inside of the vehicle when shipping by Ro-Ro. Suppose you will need to ship personal items as well as your vehicle. In that case, the best option will be to use a container as your vehicle, and household goods and personal items may be loaded inside the container to ship with the vehicle. Many people prefer one container for their vehicle and a separate container for personal belongings, as customs checks can often take longer for vehicle clearance than household goods and personal items. Your agent will assist you with determining the most effective way to transport your vehicle and any personal items you may need to ship.