
Car Shipping Quebec
Shipping a car to Quebec from the United States.
There’s a lot on your plate when you’re planning an international move – the last thing you have time for is wading through rules and regulations, and trying to understand how to import. Let A1-AT relieve you. With decades of experience in moving to Quebec and across the rest of Canada, we are prepared not only to provide excellent services but also to walk you through the whole importation process.
Cost & Time For Shipments
To/From Quebec | Ground | Ocean | Estimated Time |
---|---|---|---|
Quebec to San Jose, CA | $200 | $1050 | 5+10 days |
Las Vegas, NV to the Area | $450 | $1050 | 5+10 days |
Portland, OR to this City | $475 | $1050 | 6+10 days |
City Limits to Seattle, WA | $550 | $1050 | 6+10 days |
Charlotte, NC to the Area | $575 | $850 | 6+7 days |
Chicago, IL to this City | $675 | $850 | 6+7 days |
Local Delivery to Atlanta, GA | $700 | $850 | 6+7 days |
Denver, CO to this City | $775 | $1050 | 7+10 days |
Memphis, TN to Quebec | $800 | $850 | 6+7 days |
City Limits to Houston, TX | $1,075 | $850 | 7+7 days |
*Prices and times are estimated. They can vary depending on the season and the type of vehicle.
*Save the ground cost by delivering 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 haul internationally. Other items may be included in the container to help save you money when moving.
*Using 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.
Location.
Quebec City is one of Canada’s largest and most important hubs. The Port is Canada’s oldest and second-largest, greeting upwards of 1,400 ships annually. Autoroutes and railways provide connecting services to haul goods further inland and direct links to US cities.

Documents Needed.
Fortunately, you won’t need much in the way of elaborate paperwork to get the importation process started, but do ensure you bring the following two items:
- A notarized copy of your passport or other photo ID.
- The vehicle’s original title, or a DMV-certified copy.
Get Started from Home.
You can complete the following checks and preparations efficiently before the process begins.
- Please make sure that all brakes are functioning as they should.
- Check for fuel or oil leaks, and leave a small amount of fuel in the tank (around 25% of capacity is usually recommended).
- Get the battery up to a full charge, and switch off the alarm systems to prevent it from draining during transit.
- Remove personal items from the auto, and remove any external fixtures protruding.
- Finally, thoroughly scrub and vacuum it so that it’s prepared to undergo inspection at the border.
Select Delivery Styles.
You’ll have the choice between roll-on/roll-off and container moving. The former is an open method, where autos sit directly aboard the carrier and are driven on or off. This is the most popular choice, combining cost-efficiency with excellent reliability and safety.
The container method is not without its own merits, however. Placing it in cargo containers offers unparalleled levels of protection from the elements and other risk factors. This is a popular choice for those with particularly valuable vehicles – especially antiques.
You have a choice between two delivery and pickup schedules. With door-to-door from Canada Post, you may have your package picked up at your door and delivered anywhere. Terminal-to-terminal can save you money if you would instead leave your automobile at the departure terminal and retrieve it at the arrival terminal.

Rules and Regulations at Customs.
The Canadian Customs website provides a full rundown of the importation process, but you’ll want to note the points below:
- You must submit a copy of the title to the border station at least 72 hours before its arrival.
- Check the Canadian Registrar of Imported Vehicles to ensure it meets Canadian standards for emissions and other factors.