Ship Car To Santo Domingo

Car Shipping Santo Domingo

Santo Domingo is not only the capital and largest city in the Dominican Republic but also the largest city in the Caribbean by population. With a moderate annual climate, it is one of the most desirable places in the Dominican Republic to live. There is a monsoon season, but it is relatively short and seldom severe. Santo Domingo is also the country's political center and predominant business location. For tourists and those who need to relocate to the beautiful city, there are many museums, parks, and recreation areas for individuals and families to enjoy. To best enjoy the scenery and get to work or business meetings, you’ll need your own personal vehicle. While there are buses and ample taxi services, those can become quite expensive when traveling daily throughout the city. Having your own vehicle shipped to you will save money and valuable time.

Cost & Time Examples For Hauling A Vehicle

*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 one car in a dedicated 20ft container. This is the safest and most reliable way to haul 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.

The first thing you need to do is contact a reputable auto transport company to handle your motor vehicle shipping and to give you the peace of mind in knowing that your car will soon be with you. You will basically need to provide some identifying paperwork such as a driver’s license, social security card, and your motor vehicle title to show that you own your car. You must also sign a Power of Attorney form allowing the company to haul your automobile. The agent you will speak to will explain the details of how cars are shipped internationally and will be able to answer any questions you may have about laws for exporting from the United States and importing into the Dominican Republic. As they walk you through the shipping process, they will also let you know the types of carriers that you can choose from to move your car. Those types are the following:

• RORO—RORO, also known as Roll-On Roll-Off or Open Transport, is the best way to ship a standard, everyday-driving car or truck. Vehicles are driven onto the ship or truck and then secured in place for the international journey. Once the vessel arrives in Santo Domingo, they are simply driven off the ship and then will be accessible to take through the customs checkpoint for clearance. RORO is the least expensive and quickest way to relocate a vehicle overseas and is the method that people worldwide prefer most.
• Enclosed Shipping- Enclosed, or container shipping, is the ideal way to haul a luxury, classic, race car, or antique car. Automobiles are loaded inside of a secure container, many of which offer particular padded walls for extra security during travel. Then, the container is loaded onto the transport vessel for the international journey. Once it arrives in Santo Domingo, you can take it through the customs checkpoint for clearance.

Prior to the automobile's scheduled pick-up day, you will need to clean the car out inside as well as clean the exterior. A damage inspection will be performed during pick-up, and a clean car will make any signs of chipped or scratched pain or minor dents and dings be easily seen. Your agent will inform you of any details regarding the preparation pertaining to your automobile. Before the car is picked up, your agent will also give you a total quote and you’ll be able to take care of your shipping fees before transport.

Customs Regulations

When you’re making plans to have your car in Santo Domingo, there are many things that you need to be aware of regarding customs regulations before shipping. One thing is that when the car is going through customs clearance, you must be physically present even if you will have the car delivered to your location after clearance. You also must own the automobile for at least one year before importation and will only be allowed to have one personal vehicle shipped into the city. If your car has a V8 engine, you won’t be allowed to import it as the Dominican Republic only allows vehicles with six cylinders or less to be in the country. Also, the Dominican Republic will not allow luxury cars to be imported at all, so if your vehicle falls into this category, you may want to purchase a standard automobile before you relocate to the city. You must pay taxes and import duties on all motor vehicle imports, including motorcycles. You can check with the Embassy of the Dominican Republic in Washington, DC, for great information on import regulations and laws that you must be aware of when traveling in Santo Domingo. Some of the required paperwork that you will need will be the following:

• Driver’s License.
• Dominican Consular Invoice that the Dominican Consulate has stamped.
• Sales or Commercial Invoice.
• Motor Vehicle Title.
• Motor Vehicle Registration.

You need to ensure that you have all the required documentation before the car reaches the entry port, as lacking paperwork can delay or even cancel your automobile import. Your auto transport agent will be able to fill you in on any new information that may be added for customs checkpoint requirements and other information you may need to know about Santo Domingo prior to relocation.