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Car Shipping Thakhek
Thakhek is located in the south-central area of Laos. It is also located on the Mekong River and faces the Nakhon Phanom. It is the capital of Khammouane Province and is situated on the banks of the meandering River Song Ma.
If you plan to stay here, you may want to bring your vehicle with you so you can get around as you want to.
It's not always easy to get around in Thakhek due to the fact that the roads are not always maintained. If you have your own vehicle, you can get around anytime you like. It is complex importing to Laos as it is landlocked, so all imports are directed to the Port of Ho Chi Minh City located in Vietnam. Once your import reaches this port, you can have it transported to Thakhek. You need to work with A1 Auto Transport service to ensure that your vehicle is imported with ease. Unless you are a diplomat, you will need to pay import tax for importing your vehicle. A1 Auto Transport Service can help you determine how much you will need to pay before you begin to import.
Cost & Time Examples For Shipping a Car to Thakhek
| To/From | Ground | Ocean | Estimated Time |
|---|---|---|---|
| Thakhek to (New York port) to New York, NY | $275 | $3400 | 5+36 days |
| Thakhek to (California port) to Los Angeles | $350 | $2900 | 5+27 days |
| Thakhek to (New York port) to Boston, MA | $400 | $3400 | 5+36 days |
| Thakhek to (California port) to Portland, OR | $475 | $2900 | 6+27 days |
| Phoenix, AZ to (California port) to Thakhek | $550 | $2900 | 6+27 days |
| Detroit, MI to (New York port) to Thakhek | $575 | $3400 | 6+36 days |
| Thakhek to (New York port) to Atlanta, GA | $700 | $3400 | 6+36 days |
| Denver, CO to (California port) to Thakhek | $775 | $2900 | 7+27 days |
| Memphis, TN to (New York port) to Thakhek | $800 | $3400 | 6+36 days |
| Thakhek to (California port) to Dallas, TX | $1,025 | $2900 | 7+27 days |
*Prices and times are estimated. They can vary depending on the season and the type of vehicle.
*Save the ground transport cost 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.
*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.
Vehicle regulations of Laos.
Import taxes are charged for each vehicle and they are normally high so if you plan to ship your vehicle from the United States, you will need to plan on paying at least 40% import duty. You may even be charged additional VAT. Imported vehicles can come on a temporary permit of transporting tourists. If this is why you are bringing your vehicle over for commercial purposes, you will need to apply for a temporary permit from the Laos Customs Department and make sure that your vehicle is exported out within the time listed on the permit.
Shipping to Laos is expensive due to the different levies as well as the distance a vehicle will travel. Factors that will affect the cost of your import include the value of your vehicle, insurance, freight charges, and the size and weight. How old your vehicle is will also depend on how much you pay.
Documents you will need for import include:
- Vehicle insurance proof.
- Vehicle Identification Number.
- Make, Model, and brand of the vehicle.
- Engine Number.
- Weight of the vehicle.
- Proof of ownership.
- Your passport and license.
- Bill of Lading.
A1 Auto Transport Service can take care of submitting all the necessary documents so you can concentrate on other aspects of your move. We can assist you with obtaining your import license as well as logistics of importing to Laos. You might want to connect with the Laos Consulate to know more about the current policies and requirements.
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