International Car Shipping to South Africa with All TransportDepot Inc. (2025 Update)

🚗 International Car Shipping to South Africa with All TransportDepot Inc. (2025 Update)

Ship your car to South Africa in 2025 with confidence through All TransportDepot Inc., a licensed & bonded FMC NVOCC (License #021693). Whether you’re relocating, buying cars from the U.S. auto market, or sending vehicles for business, our team ensures reliable delivery to South Africa’s major ports, including Durban, Cape Town, and Port Elizabeth.

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Ship Car to South Africa – Cost Overview

On average, the cost to ship a car from the USA to South Africa ranges between $1,400 – $3,900, depending on:

• U.S. departure port (East Coast, Gulf, or West Coast)

• Vehicle type, size, and condition

• Shipping method (RoRo or container)

• South Africa import duties and clearance fees

📌 Helpful references:

• U.S. CBP Vehicle Export

• South African Revenue Service (SARS)

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🚢 Shipping Methods to South Africa

Roll-On/Roll-Off (RoRo)

• Most affordable option

• Vehicles driven onto and off the vessel

• Best for standard cars, SUVs, and pickup trucks

Container Shipping

• Vehicle secured in a 20ft or 40ft container

• Extra protection for luxury, vintage, and high-value cars

• Option to ship personal belongings with the car

• Recommended for sensitive or modified vehicles

👉 Compare RoRo & Container Options

Vehicle Shipping Methods

RoRo Shipping

Ideal for running vehicles

• Drive-on, drive-off convenience
• Lowest cost option
• Faster shipping times

Container Shipping

Dedicated container for vehicles.

• Full container, maximum security
• Space for cars, machinery, or items
• Weather-protected and safe

Heavy Machinery and RV/camper and Static /break bulk

Safe and reliable heavy machinery transport.

• Door-to-door or port-to-port
• For excavators, loaders, bulldozers & more
• Insurance coverage available

📑 South Africa Car Import Rules (2025)

Before shipping a car to South Africa, review these regulations:

• Importation requires an Import Permit and a Letter of Authority (LOA) from the National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications (NRCS).

• Only right-hand drive vehicles are permitted (left-hand drive imports are heavily restricted).

• Import duties and taxes include Customs Duty, VAT (15%), and Ad Valorem tax (based on vehicle value).

• Salvage or accident vehicles are prohibited.

• Vehicle must comply with South African road safety standards.

📌 Resources:

• National Regulator for Compulsory Specifications (NRCS)

• South African Revenue Service (SARS)

📝 Preparing Your Car for Shipment

• Apply for necessary South African import permits

• Remove personal belongings unless shipping inside a container

• Leave less than ¼ tank of gas

• Thoroughly clean the vehicle (required for quarantine & inspection)

• Take photos for condition documentation

✅ Why Choose All TransportDepot?

• Licensed FMC NVOCC (#021693)

• 20+ years of global car shipping expertise

• RoRo & container shipping from all major U.S. ports

• Affordable and transparent pricing

• Insurance available for added peace of mind

• Real-time online tracking

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🌎 U.S. Ports to South Africa

East Coast: New York • Baltimore • Charleston • Savannah
Gulf Coast: Houston • Galveston • New Orleans
West Coast: Los Angeles • Oakland • Seattle

⚓ South African Ports of Entry: Durban • Cape Town • Port Elizabeth

📦 Nationwide Coverage: Miami, Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Seattle, and more.

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✅ Conclusion

Shipping a car to South Africa in 2025 is simple with All TransportDepot Inc. From U.S. ports to Durban, Cape Town, or Port Elizabeth, we provide secure, fast, and cost-effective solutions tailored to your needs.

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📞 +1 (678) 528-5794 • 📲 WhatsApp +1 (470) 791-4497 • 📧 ship@alltransportdepot.com

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Maria Sanchez

Maria is the operations manager at SoCal Auto Movers, where she oversees the daily operations of their car shipping services. Her efficiency and problem-solving skills ensure that each shipment, whether local or long-distance, goes off without a hitch.