What to Know about Shipping a Car to Haiti

The process of shipping a car to Haiti is clearly much easier with professionals carrying out the transport. This gives you time to focus on other matters in regard to your move while the transport company makes sure that your car and any other possessions are safely imported.The reasonable prices and security provided by shipping services are better than any alternative options.

The reasonable prices and security provided by shipping services are better than any alternative options.

Prior to shipping your car off with a transporter, call the Embassy of Haiti. They will give you all the information you need to successfully have your car transported to the country without issues. They will tell you of their auto import restrictions and current tax rates. Show proof of compliance and all necessary documents to the Customs office.

Learn about Haiti’s Import Duty and Taxes

The country of Haiti is more lenient on their tax rates than some other countries. Actually, any NGO/IO registered and recognized vehicles can enter the nation duty-free if they have been approved for it.

According to the country’s import policy, the duty and tax rates vary anywhere between 2- 20%. Any car that's valued is over $2,000 will more than likely pay 20%. This is a rather low tax rate. Of course, there are many variables that will determine the amount of taxes you’ll have to pay. These fees must be paid before the transport date. Show proof of paid taxes and duties to the Customs office. They will give you the approval to ship your car to Haiti.