Ship Car To Thessaloniki

Greece (GRC)

Car Shipping Thessaloniki

Salonica, Thessaloniki, or Salonika is the second largest of Greek cities. It is also the major political, economic, industrial, and commercial hub besides being the prominent transport center for southeastern European countries. The commercial port of Thessaloniki is strategically important for Greece as well as hinterlands of south-eastern Europe. Although the transportation facilities in Greece are good, it helps to have your own car to commute within the city and in the larger metropolitan area for business and leisure.

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Cost & Time Examples For Shipping a Car to Thessaloniki

To/From	Ground	Ocean	Estimated Time
San Jose, CA to (California port) to Thessaloniki	$200	$2600	5+42 days
Boston, MA to (New York port) to Thessaloniki	$400	$1500	5+30 days
Thessaloniki to (California port) to Portland, OR	$475	$2600	6+42 days
Phoenix, AZ to (California port) to Thessaloniki	$550	$2600	6+42 days
Thessaloniki to (New York port) to Charlotte, NC	$575	$1500	6+30 days
Thessaloniki to (New York port) to Atlanta, GA	$700	$1500	6+30 days
Denver, CO to (California port) to Thessaloniki	$775	$2600	7+42 days
Thessaloniki to (New York port) to Memphis, TN	$800	$1500	6+30 days
Miami, FL to (New York port) to Thessaloniki	$925	$1500	7+30 days
Thessaloniki to (California port) to Dallas, TX	$1,025	$2600	7+42 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.

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Importing your personal vehicle

Those who seek permanent residence in Greece can always bring their car to the country as a part of household possessions. You do not have to pay duty for your vehicle, if you have residency permit when entering Greece. So it is a good idea to apply for the permit from the Greek consulate in USA before coming here. However, you are exempt from paying duty only if you are:

Of Greek descent.
Married to Greek citizen.
Possess residency work permit.

Vehicle owners have to pay fees associated with license plate and registration whether you are importing a used or brand-new car to Thessaloniki. Those who bring duty-free vehicles in Greece will not be able to sell it for at least one-year duration without paying the associated taxes. Additionally, there is a limit on the vehicle as only your immediate family members will be able to drive the car around.

What are the document requirements?

Bringing vehicles to Thessaloniki involves loads of paperwork and because it is a part of your household possessions, you will need to show that you have been staying abroad for over 2 years and are returning to Greece. Some of the documents required by the custom officials include:

W-2 forms/IT returns.
Rent receipts, property taxes.
Past employment proof.
Both valid and expired passports of each family member.
Work permit/residency permit.
Greek citizenship proof.
Insurance proof, driver’s license.
Vehicle registration documents.
Bill of Lading.

Important vehicle inspections

Once the Greek Customs Authority release your car it will have to undergo inspections related to emissions, noise, and a road worthiness checks. However, these processes are made easy when you hire international car shipping service like A1 Auto Transport Company that has over 20 years of experience helping ship vehicles to cities globally. We take care of the customs and the related procedures and can arrange for checks before the vehicle finally arrives.

Now, you can apply for a Greek license plate and registration. However, it is important to note that the cars or other vehicles you bring to Thessaloniki are duty-free only if it is for personal use. You cannot sell, transfer, lease, rent, or upon it in any way.

Shipping methods to consider

Most of the vehicles are shipped, when you import cars from US ports to Greece, these are the two methods used:

Roll-On/Roll-Off: You will need to remove air conditioning gas, only keep the jack, spare tire and floor mats when you ship as RORO method. The car will drive up the ramp at the US port and when it reaches Thessaloniki, it will be driven down. This is the cost-effective method.
Container Shipping: If you are looking for higher safety and secure shipping option, you can ship in 20 feet or 40 feet containers that are locked after your car and other household goods are secured in it. This is more expensive way to ship your car.