Import Cars From UK to Namibia

Ship Your Car To Or From Namibia

Typical Prices – How Much Does It Cost?

• South Africa is one of the world's most expensive areas to ship a car, and Namibia is no exception.
• Most vehicles shipped to the area from the U.S. cost between $3,000 and $7,000 to transport.

Estimated Cost & Time For Delivery

*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.

Relocation can be tedious, and when you have to move your car overseas, you need to know how to do it and find the most affordable way to complete the process. When you have to move abroad, especially to an African nation such as Namibia, you must look at a host of international laws and regulations that must be met.

Specific regulations must be followed for anyone needing to export a vehicle to Namibia. These regulations are set to guarantee the safety of the car as well as the legality of the transfer. While intricate and time-consuming, the rules for automobile shipping to Namibia are straightforward and clear-cut. As long as you have the mandatory documents and have completed the necessary paperwork, you can easily export your car to this country and any other for that matter.

Popular Delivery Destinations

• Katima Mulilo
• Oshakati
• Otjiwarongo
• Rundu
• Swakopmund
• Walvis Bay
• Windhoek

Required Documents

1. Original Bill of Lading
2. Import permits (4 copies)
3. Passport
4. Registration Papers
5. Invoice
6. NA 304 and P1.160 forms (3 copies)

Permits and Laws Regulations On International Transporting Vehicles

You must be sure to have your import permit before shipping your vehicle. This permit and all the paperwork and other documents must be presented to the customs official with your passport. This allows the official to check the proper documents and ensure everything is in order. Understand that your vehicle will be released only after the customs official has reviewed your case and received confirmation that everything is in order. When customs releases your vehicle, they will provide you with a Bill of Entry. This legal document, stamped by customs, must be presented to the driver’s license department to obtain a motor vehicle license.

Keep in mind that if there is some delay in the stamping by customs, it is possible to make a provisional payment to release your vehicle. This provisional payment is usually 20% of duties and 16.5% of taxes. This payment will be refunded once the situation has been corrected.

Only one vehicle can be imported per family, duty-free, and a tax of 15% will be applied to this vehicle. You also will be required to keep the car under your ownership for up to 2 years after it has been imported. A contingency stipulates that an import permit is not required for temporary residents. If you re-export your vehicle within a year, you fall under this category. When exporting your vehicle, you must also consider how you want it shipped. There are two options: Roll on Roll, which consists of driving your vehicle onto the cargo ship and driving it off. This option is for the car only; other items cannot be included in this export. The second option is to ship by container. This allows you to secure different items in your car and ship them in an enclosed container to Namibia.

US Ports for Transfer

There are 3 ports from which you can ship your vehicle to Namibia. They are located in Savannah, New York, and Los Angeles. Keep this in mind when deciding how and when to ship your vehicle, as you will be required to meet both in-state shipping costs and international ones. Regulations in and out of the USA differ significantly, depending on the country you export your vehicle. Contact the embassy with any questions regarding your car's export. Regulations change occasionally, and it is crucial to know this to ship your vehicle properly and legally.

Heavy Equipment & Oversized Cargo

It takes accuracy, consideration of details, experience, and much more to successfully deliver cargo outside of the United States. So call upon the help of a reliable shipping company such as A1 if you wish to ship your oversized or heavy cargo from the U.S. to Namibia. We will help you comply with import laws while we use the highest quality technology and equipment to ship your cargo overseas safely. We have few restrictions regarding “heavy equipment” or “oversized cargo.” Still, it is safe to assume your cargo is oversized if it cannot fit into a 40-foot shipping container. Luckily, we offer various other options for those who find themselves in this particular situation. There is hardly any limitations on the types of heavy equipment or oversized cargo we can ship internationally. For instance, here are some of the types of freight we have shipped in the past…

• Construction Equipment
• Industrial Equipment
• Hydraulic Equipment
• Backhoes
• Forklifts
• Skidders
• Scrapers
• RVs
• Pontoon Boats
• Mining Equipment
• Large Trucks or Heavy Vehicles
• Cranes
• Harvesters
• Engineering Equipment
• Agricultural Equipment and more…

How to Select the Best Overseas Moving Method

Four different foreign transportation options are available at A1. We'll discuss your preferences, budget, and cargo type when you phone to arrange shipping to Namibia and then present you with options. Below is some basic info on the various modes of transportation we offer…

• RoRo Shipping- the least expensive and most commonly purchased of the open-air shipping services offered at A1. It requires your vehicle or equipment to drive on and off the water vessel using a ramp.
• LoLo Shipping- this open-air service is primarily for anyone with inoperable vehicles, construction equipment, or crated cargo. A crane will carefully lift your cargo onto and off the LoLo ship.
• Flat Rack Shipping- this method carefully attaches your cargo to a metal rack before being placed on the boat for travel to Namibia.
• Container shipping is the most expensive option, yet it provides the most protection since it is enclosed. This is available to those with heavy cargo that can fit into a 40ft container.

Relevant Statistics

• Over 3,500 vehicles are successfully shipped each year.
• Approximately 85% of car shipments arrive within the estimated time frame.
• The average cost of shipping a car is around $2,500 USD.
• More than 70% of car imports to Namibia are used vehicles.
• Namibia's Port of Walvis Bay handles over 80% of all car shipments into the country.

General Facts

• Shipping a car involves transporting a vehicle from one country to Namibia, usually by sea.
• Moving a car requires proper documentation, including proof of ownership and import permits.
• Car relocating companies offer services to assist with the logistics of transporting vehicles to Namibia.
• It is essential to consider the cost of shipping, as it can vary depending on factors such as the size and weight of the vehicle.
• Prior research and planning are crucial to ensure a smooth and hassle-free car shipping experience.

Other Services

• Overseas Moving Services to Namibia

Related Information & FAQs

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