Import a car from the USA and Canada to France
We buy your vehicle in North America, prepare it in our own yard and deliver it to France with export paperwork, shipping and customs clearance — one contract, a fixed quote and one manager.
Route and transit time
Customs duties and taxes in France
Duty 10%, import VAT 20%, the CO₂ and weight malus at first registration, regional registration tax.
Réception à titre isolé (RTI) at DREAL; we assemble the dossier and arrange the technical check.
Example: landed cost of a $30,000 car
Illustrative estimate for a mid-size car bought at a US auction. Registration taxes, excise and exact freight depend on the vehicle — your manager confirms every figure in a written quote.
Import cost calculatorHow delivery to France works
Takes two minutes — right here on the site.
Your manager scans the whole US & Canada market for you.
You choose from verified options — no blind bets.
We buy the vehicle and move it to our own yard.
Prepared and secured at our yard in the USA.
Two options — you pick speed or best value.
Full tracking until the vehicle reaches your country.
Your car is home — inspected and ready to drive.
Documents you receive
- Original title (or export certificate)
- Bill of sale and invoice
- US export declaration (AES / EEI)
- Bill of lading
- Cargo insurance certificate
- Photos and inspection report
01How long does shipping from the USA to France take?
Ocean transit takes 12–20 days; with purchase, inland transport and clearance the full cycle is about 4–6 weeks. Air freight takes 3–6 days.
02How much duty do I pay in France?
Typical charges: Import duty (cars) 10%, VAT 20%. Duty 10%, import VAT 20%, the CO₂ and weight malus at first registration, regional registration tax.
03Can you deliver to my city in France?
Yes. After clearance at Le Havre we arrange delivery by truck to your city or you collect the car at the port.
Get a quote for delivery to France
Tell us what you need — a manager replies within one business hour.