Ship Car To Wellington

Car Shipping Wellington

Wellington is the capital of New Zealand and the second most popular urban area. It is located between the Rimutaka Range and Cook Strait at the south-western tip of the North Island. The 2014 Mercer Quality of Living survey ranked Wellington 12th in the world.

The process of importing your own vehicle in Wellington can be complex. However, if you have an appropriate support from a well-established transport company, the story can be slightly different. Also, in compliance with all legal requirements, the imported vehicles must pass a certification process given by an- approved certifier. During certification, your vehicle needs to pass the physical inspection and another test that ensures the efficient working of your car as per Wellington standards.

It is preferable to check the NZTA website before making any shipping arrangements. Additionally, it is essential to ensure that proof of certification is available before registration starts.

Cost & Time Examples For Shipping a Car to Wellington

*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 ten days to process the documents.

*Prices are for one 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.

Exemptions on Import duty.

Except for motorhomes liable to pay a 10% customs duty, no tariff duties are imposed on vehicles used for personal use in New Zealand. A small import entry transaction fee and a biosecurity system entry levy are imposed on the cars worth $1000. The IETF costs around $29.26, whereas the biosecurity system entry levy is payable to the Ministry for Primary Industries, which costs $17.63. Also, charges under ‘Goods and Services Tax (GST)’ are calculated based on the CIF (Cost + Insurance + Freight) value of the vehicle by New Zealand. Currently, 15% tax is the flat rate in New Zealand.

Are you planning to move to New Zealand permanently with your vehicle? In that case, you need to submit or verify your proof of residency on the importation date so that GST and customs duty in the case of motorhome will be waived. Following are the examples of permit documents used to verify residency,

• Current residence Visa for New Zealand or permit.
• Current permit or RETURNING Visa.
• Passport for New Zealand.
• Passport for Australia.
• Current working permit for at least 12 months in New Zealand or visa.
• Current visitor’s permit for at least three years in New Zealand or visa.

The Ministry for Primary Industries initially inspects and cleans the vehicle immediately upon arrival in New Zealand. Then, it moves to the customs department for complete clearance.

Documents Needed for Import.

When the vehicle is being examined for final clearance, it is time for the necessary documents to be provided to the authority by the importer. The requested records include,

• Passport.
• Total cost and date of purchase of your vehicle.
• Recent or last registration proof.
• Title Certification.
• Insurance invoice along with Freight Costs.
• Landing Bill.
• Odometer Reading.

Finally, be prepared with all necessary documents, clear all your doubts before signing the shipping contract, and seek help from a trustworthy and reputed automobile hauling company like A1 Auto Transport Service. Contact the Embassy of New Zealand for more details on vehicle import laws.