Shipping Cars To Africa From USA: A Comprehensive Guide

If you are looking to ship a car to Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, Togo, Cote d’Ivoire, or any other place in Africa, you are visiting the right spot. We provide tailor-made services to make this daunting process of shipping cars to Africa simple and convenient for you. With us, you have the opportunity of shipping cars […]

If you are looking to ship a car to Ghana, Nigeria, Senegal, Togo, Cote d’Ivoire, or any other place in Africa, you are visiting the right spot. We provide tailor-made services to make this daunting process of shipping cars to Africa simple and convenient for you.

With us, you have the opportunity of shipping cars to Africa safely and reliably. Our professional auto shipper company in the US offers you an easy way to ship multiple cars comfortably and efficiently. We offer multiple shipping options that allow you to ship your car anywhere in Africa with complete peace of mind.

Methods of shipping cars from the USA to Africa

Roll-on/ Roll-off shipping and Container shipping are the two most common ways of shipping cars to Africa, or for that matter, anywhere in the world. Here we will briefly expand on the two modes.

Shipping cars to africa

RORO Shipping

In the case of RORO shipping, your car is driven or rolled onto the deck of the ship and then strapped so that it does not move around while on the carrier. On completing its voyage, the vehicle is rolled off from the ship and is handed over to the recipient. With RORO shipping, you can only have a spare tire and a jack inside the car. 

Container Shipping

Instead of driving the car inside the vessel, the cars are loaded into the container in this shipping method. The containers are then piled onto the vessels which ship the car overseas. Based on your requirements, we can offer you different sizes of shipping containers.

Our professionals can help you assess whether a 20 or 40 feet container is suitable for your vehicle. You also need to decide whether you are going to ship it through a private container or a shared container.

Exclusive Container Shipping

It is the most elite way of shipping your beloved vehicle. By opting for this method, you will get your exclusive container to feed your car in. No other car will be placed in your container. 

Exclusive container shipping is helpful in terms of ensuring the safety of your car especially if it is a luxury car. Secondly, if you wish to get your vehicle to depart and cross the Atlantic within the time of your choice, this method is the safest way to guarantee that. 

This method offers great security to your prized car and you don’t have to wait for other vehicles to fill the container.

Shared Container Shipping

As the name suggests, you have to share the container with other shippers who want to send their cars to the same destination as yours. 

Your car will not get a departure unless the container is filled. Once all the cars are loaded, it is shifted to the vessel to travel towards its final delivery point.

Which method is most suitable for shipping cars to Africa?

Each method has its advantages and disadvantages, based on which you can choose one that suits you best to transport vehicles.

RORO shipping can be more economical but it’s not always reliable. Also, you do not get the luxury of shipping some other valuables with this method. Once your car gets loaded on the ship overseas, it is going to stay in an open area for the rest of its journey. 

Therefore, you can not take the risk of placing anything valuable inside the car. Besides, as your vehicle needs to be driven on and off, it must be in operating mode for this type of shipping.

On the other hand, shared container shipping is one of the safest options for shipping cars to Africa from the USA but it may cost high depending on cargo size, weight, and vehicle type. With private container shipping, import costs further go up. 

Nonetheless, you can place some other items inside that you also want to ship with your car. With this method, you also need not worry if your car is inoperable. We will take care of lifting and moving your car to its rightful place.

Cost of shipping cars to Africa from the USA

The cost of transporting a car overseas fluctuates depending on the number of factors involved in the shipping process. The weight and size of the vehicle, its origin, and destination point, the mode of shipment, customs process, etc. all influence the total cost. 

All international car shipping services offer competitive shipping costs. It all boils down to your needs and requirements. 

With RO/RO, the process is more cost-effective than container shipping. Additionally, you need to consider the following points for determining the final expenditure.

  • How you will transport the car to the port. If you drive it by yourself, you will save money. If you have us pick it from the doorsteps, you will be spending more. Again, whether you avail of open or enclosed auto shipping, you will be charged accordingly.
  • The place from which the car is shipped. Transporting it from the East Coast is cheaper than the West Coast.
  • The size and number of vehicles that you want to ship. If it’s a large SUV or a Pickup truck, the charges are going to be high. 
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Customs Clearance and Import Duties 

Africa is a vast continent hosting 54 countries, each with its own rules regarding custom clearance and import duties. The cost factor in this regard is determined according to your destination country. Some African countries do not allow the import of salvaged or overaged cars. 

Similarly, you may be required to pay additional taxes or to furnish additional documents while shipping certain types of vehicles. Some other African countries may offer you tax breaks. Shipping to more popular ports is easier in terms of getting clearance and subsequently delivering the cargo in time. 

The process of Customs is a bit complicated and time-consuming. We would advise you to do some initial research about the customs laws of the concerned country. However, you can put this burden on reliable partners who can secure safe delivery of vehicles to the destination port. 

Marine Insurance for shipping cars to Africa

Talking of the cost of shipping, marine insurance is another option that will add charges on availing. Almost all of the great shipping companies offer this service. With marine insurance, your shipping company will pay you if any unseen tragedy befalls your vehicle during its journey.

We would strongly suggest Insurance coverage as it adds more security prospects to your vintage and rare cars. The chance of any serious damage is rare but we must avoid taking any risks particularly during hurricane seasons.

Documents required for shipping cars to Africa

Original Title

You need to submit the original title of your vehicle to US customs to get it exported. If there is a lien on your, you need to submit a letter from the lienholder releasing the lien. You can only export your vehicle after paying off any lease or loan on the vehicle.

Bill of Sales

A bill of sale shows that you are the owner of the vehicle. This is required if you are not the first and original owner of the car. A bill of sale will make it clear that the previous owner sold it to you. You can present its duplicate copy to custom officials.

Employer Identification Number / Passport

You need to furnish an EIN letter if you are a US citizen. The issuing authority for this letter is the IRS. If you are not a US citizen, a copy of your international passport will suffice for the job.

Shipping Form

After finalizing the quotes, you will be needed to fill an online shipping form. This form contains all the necessary information required by the shipping company for the smooth delivery of your vehicle. 

Power of Attorney Form

Shipping companies require this form before shipping your vehicles overseas.

Banned Countries

Certain countries can be on a Denied Party List which means you can not ship a car to that specific country. You can get further details about the banned countries list from US customs.

Where AFL Ships in Africa

Africa

From the USA, we ship cars to the below-listed countries in Africa:

  • Nigeria
  • Ghana
  • Senegal
  • Sierra Leone
  • Togo
  • Côte d’Ivoire
  • Nigeria
  • Niger
  • Benin
  • Burkina Faso
  • Cape Verde
  • The Gambia
  • Ghana
  • Guinea
  • Guinea-Bissau
  • Liberia
  • Mali
  • Mauritania

Why should you trust AFL for Shipping to Africa?

With a decade of experience in the auto shipping industry, AFL has accomplished over 150,000 shipments. This speaks for itself about the quality of services that we provide to our clients. 

With time, we have successfully built a reputation that you can count upon. Our clients rely on our expertise and professionalism while they choose us. 

These are some of the reasons why you should trust us for shipping your vehicle to Africa

Door to Door Service

We provide Door to Door service, which means we pick up your vehicle from doorsteps and ship it right at the port. This helps in avoiding any loose charges and additional expenses incurred by our valued customers during the shipment process. Moreover, as soon as your car is out at the port, you will get alerts about its status regularly.

Competitive Shipping Price

AFL offers market competitive and affordable quotes for shipping your vehicles without compromising on the level of quality. Our procedure is simple and fair. You don’t have to pay any beforehand booking charges. We will receive payment once your vehicle gets delivered. 

Professional Team

We cherish a professional team that has years of hands-on experience in international shipping. They can handle all the headaches of the cumbersome shipment process. From loading to delivery, they are capable of handling any crunch in the process.

Our experienced team is well versed in the documentation process involved. They will brief you about the process as per your needs and sail you through the customs clearance phase.

Personalized and Comprehensive Services

Each car involves a different shipment procedure. Our agents will provide you with personalized services that are tailor-made for your vehicle. You will get the rate quotation accordingly. For ease of communication, one agent will take you through the whole process of your car shipment.

Choosing the right option for shipping cars to Africa

Now that you have become well aware of the international car shipping process, we hope that you make the right choice by hiring professionals to do the job for you.

Transporting cars to other countries can get challenging sometimes. We here at AFL possess all the right tools to meet those challenges for you. We just need your vote of confidence. Give us a chance with your next shipment and we will make it a pleasant experience for you.

If you have any questions on shipping cars to Africa or any other country feel free to email us at info@aflship.com. We are always ready to serve you with the best of our expertise and knowledge.

FAQ’s

Can I ship any vehicle from the United States to Africa?

Yes. You can ship any type of vehicle to Africa. If you are into importing business, you can ship multiple vehicles to anywhere in Africa.

How can I ship a car to Africa from the USA?

Shipping cars to Africa is a simple process if you hire any international car shipping service for the task. You can reach online to any auto shipping company. 

They will offer you personalized quotes for shipping cars to Africa. You will decide the shipping method and they will take care of the rest of the things. 

At the coordinated time and place, your vehicle will be loaded for its final destination.

What is the cost of shipping cars to Africa?

Several factors determine the cost of shipping cars to Africa. Mode of transportation, destination port, and customs duties primarily determine the final cost. Some other factors have also been discussed previously in this guide.

How to get my car to the port?

You can either drive it to the port of origin or the shipping company can pick it from you. The choice is yours to make. In the latter case, you can choose open auto shipping if the vehicle is a common sedan or a minivan. 

It will be loaded on a truck with other similar cars. If the vehicle is expensive, you might like to go for enclosed auto shipping. This method provides more safety as only 2 to 3 vehicles are loaded on the truck.

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