Canada Auto Shipping
Auto shipping to and from Canada is easy with Global Auto Transportation! We’ll take care of all the complex regulations and logistical challenges that make shipping a car internationally difficult. No matter where we’re sending your car to, or where it’s coming from, we’ll make your international auto shipping experience as smooth as possible.
Safety Requirements
Before you go, you’ll need to determine whether your vehicle will be accepted by the authorities. Vehicles that were not manufactured for sale in North America or that are less than 15 years old cannot be imported into Canada. This only applies to permanent imports; if your importation is temporary, there are exemptions to this law.
Export regulations vary based on where you are shipping your car to, but the same ideas apply. Your car must be street legal in whatever country you are shipping it to for us to ship it. s
Additionally, you will need to clean your car thoroughly before shipping it internationally. Caked mud in your undercarriage can bring in invasive species. If you don’t clean your vehicle well enough, you incur additional customs fees, as they might have to wash your car for you.
Port of Halifax
The port of Halifax (CAHAL) is the main Canadian port for container traffic to and from Europe, the eastern Americas, and Africa. It is located in the Halifax Harbour, which opens out into the Atlantic Ocean. The port of Halifax connects Canada’s shipping industry with the global markets, processing over 70 million tons of cargo annually.
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Routes
The port of Halifax connects with major ports in North America and northern Europe. Some of our most popular routes include:
Types of Cargo
The port of Halifax allows for both consolidated loads and RORO cargo. With regards to containers, you have the option of using a 20-foot container (likely containing only your car) or a 40-or 45-foot container (with other cars).
Timeframe
Importing or exporting a vehicle using the port of Halifax takes anywhere from a minimum of four weeks to a maximum of eight weeks. The time your shipment takes depends on the distance your car needs to travel, the service you choose, and whether you’re importing to or exporting from Canada.
Security Measures**
The port of Halifax
Safety Requirements
You must clean your vehicle’s undercarriage before you ship it to prevent invasive species from traveling across the ocean. Vehicles need to have no more than one quarter tank of gas to be shipped.
Required Paperwork
Auto Import
Below are the documents you’ll need to ship your car from France to the U.S.A.- The vehicle’s title
- A Bill of Sale
- A Bill of Lading
- USDOT Form H-7
- EPA Form 3520-1
- Either your EIN# (if you are a U.S. resident) or your passport
Auto Export
Below are the documents you’ll need to ship your car to France from the U.S.A.- The vehicle’s title
- A Bill of Sale
- A copy of the owner’s passport
- Proof of your address in the U.S. and the address of the receiver in France.
- A Power of Attorney document (if someone else is representing you)
Port of Vancouver
The port of Vancouver (CAVAN) is Canada’s largest port in terms of traffic. It is located in the Vancouver Harbour, which provides access to the Pacific Ocean through the Strait of Georgia. The port of Vancouver connects Canada’s shipping industry with many global markets, processing over 70 million tons of cargo annually.
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Routes
The port of Vancouver connects with major ports in Asia and the Pacific region more broadly. Some of our most popular routes out of Vancouver are to:
Types of Cargo
The port of Vancouver does NOT allow RORO cargo. With regards to containers, you have the option of using a 20-foot container (likely containing only your car) or a 40-or 45-foot container (with other cars).
Timeframe
Importing or exporting a vehicle using the port of Vancouver takes anywhere from a minimum of two weeks to a maximum of eight weeks. The time your shipment takes depends on the distance your car needs to travel and whether you’re importing to or exporting from Canada.
Security Measures**
The Vancouver Fraser Port Authority takes many steps to ensure the security of the port of Vancouver.
Safety Requirements
Before you go, you’ll need to determine whether your vehicle will be accepted by Canadian authorities. You will need to make sure that
Required Paperwork
Auto Import
Below are the documents you’ll need to import your car into the port of Halifax.- The vehicle’s title
- A Bill of Sale
- A Bill of Lading
- USDOT Form H-7
- EPA Form 3520-1
- Either your EIN# (if you are a U.S. resident) or your passport
Auto Export
Below are the documents you’ll need to ship your car to France from the U.S.A.- The vehicle’s title
- A Bill of Sale
- A copy of the owner’s passport
- Proof of your address in the U.S. and the address of the receiver in France.
- A Power of Attorney document (if someone else is representing you)
Other Canadian Ports
In addition to its two major import and export ports, Canada has a number of smaller ports that serve Canada regionally. This ports provide you with convenient pick-up and drop-off locations
Port of Montreal
The port of Montreal is a major container cargo port on the St. Lawrence River. It
Port of Prince Rupert
The port of Prince Rupert is the third busiest seaport in Canada, trailing only Vancouver and Montreal. It sits in Prince Rupert Harbor and primarily serves northern British Columbia.
Port of Saint John
The port of Saint John is a smaller port located at the mouth of the Saint John River.
Port of Toronto
The port of Toronto is smaller than many of its counterparts, but its proximity to Canada’s largest city makes it a popular starting point for many car shipments.
Required Paperwork
Auto Import
Below are the documents you’ll need to export your car from Canada.- The vehicle’s title
- A Bill of Sale
- A Bill of Lading
- USDOT Form H-7
- EPA Form 3520-1
- Either your EIN# (if you are a U.S. resident) or your passport
Auto Export
Below are the documents you’ll need to import your car into Canada.- The vehicle’s title
- A Bill of Sale
- A copy of the owner’s passport
- Proof of your address in the U.S. and the address of the receiver in France.
- A Power of Attorney document (if someone else is representing you)