Ship Your Vehicle to South Africa

From £650 · 4-5 weeks · RoRo or Container

We prepare full UK export documentation — destination customs clearance and port formalities are handled by you or your local agent

Shipping to South Africa at a Glance

📦 Shipping Options

RoRo: Standard cars & vans

Container: Premium/classic cars

Both include full insurance and all documentation

💷 Pricing

From £650 (RoRo)

From £900 (20ft Container)

Includes export docs, UK export customs clearance, insurance

⏱️ Transit Time

4-5 weeks door to door

Depends on port congestion and customs processing

You'll get tracking updates throughout

Customs Requirements

We Handle Everything

We prepare all documentation in advance to support smooth customs processing — clearance itself is handled by you or your local agent:

Documents You Need to Provide:

  • V5C Logbook (original, proving ownership)
  • Passport (copy of your photo ID)
  • Invoice (proof of vehicle value for duty calculation)
  • Mechanic's Report (optional but recommended)

How It Works

Step 1: Get Your Quote

Call us or fill out our contact form with vehicle details for a firm quote within 15 minutes.

Step 2: Confirm & Deposit

Review, confirm your booking, and provide 50% deposit with detailed shipping agreement.

Step 3: We Handle Everything

Collection, inspection, certification, and all export documentation completed.

Step 4: Vehicle Ships

Loading onto RoRo vessel or container with Bill of Lading and tracking. Full insurance in place.

Step 5: Arrival & Your Customs Clearance

Vehicle arrives at port. You (or your local agent) handle customs clearance and duty payment — we provide full export documentation in advance to support this.

Pricing Example

Typical Vehicle

RoRo Shipping

£650

20ft Container

£900

What's Included:

  • UK collection
  • Export documentation
  • Shipping to destination
  • Export customs clearance
  • Delivery to your address
  • Full insurance

Import duties (if applicable) paid separately by recipient at destination

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Roadworthy Certificate?

A Roadworthy Certificate is South Africa's safety and mechanical fitness certification. All imported vehicles must obtain this before registration. We can arrange pre-inspection to ensure your vehicle meets requirements before shipping.

What is the VPC and why is it required?

The Vehicle Particulars Code (VPC) is a unique identifier issued by South African authorities. It's required for all imported vehicles. We help you obtain this in advance; customs clearance itself is handled by you or your local agent.

How much are South African import duties?

Import duties typically range from 25-35% depending on vehicle value and classification. The recipient pays duties at the port. We provide estimates before shipping so there are no surprises.

Can I import a left-hand drive vehicle?

Yes, South Africa accepts both left-hand and right-hand drive vehicles. However, left-hand drive is standard in South Africa, so right-hand drive vehicles may be less common and potentially harder to resell.

How long does the whole process take?

Typically 4-5 weeks from UK collection to delivery in South Africa. This includes collection, documentation, ocean shipping (25-30 days), and South African customs clearance (5-10 days).

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📞 020 4576 4493 | ✉️ info@rezzlogistics.co.uk