Shipping · Netherlands

Import a car from the USA and Canada to Netherlands

We buy your vehicle in North America, prepare it in our own yard and deliver it to Netherlands with export paperwork, shipping and customs clearance — one contract, a fixed quote and one manager.

12–18Ocean transit, days
4–6Purchase to handover, weeks
10%Import duty (cars)
21%VAT
Netherlands

Route and transit time

USA · CanadaPurchase & pickup by carrier
12–18 daysOcean transit · Air freight option: 3–6 days
RotterdamArrival ports
4–6 weeksPurchase to handover
Region

Customs duties and taxes in Netherlands

10%Import duty (cars)
6%Import duty (motorcycles)
1.7%Import duty (boats)
21%VAT
Other taxes and fees

Duty 10%, import VAT 21% and BPM registration tax based on CO₂ emissions (reduced by age for used cars).

Registration and technical requirements

RDW individual approval inspection; we book the appointment and prepare documents.

Vehicle price · $30,000

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 calculator
Estimated landed cost before registration taxes$44,921
Vehicle price$30,000
Auction / dealer fees (approx.)$1,100
Inland transport to port$600
Ocean freight (shared container)$1,600
Cargo insurance$450
Import duty (10%)$3,375
VAT (21%)$7,796
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How delivery to Netherlands works

01Submit a request on the website

Takes two minutes — right here on the site.

02We search dealers & auctions — Copart, Manheim, IAA

Your manager scans the whole US & Canada market for you.

03We pick the best-value vehicle

You choose from verified options — no blind bets.

04Purchase & pickup by carrier

We buy the vehicle and move it to our own yard.

05Loading into the container

Prepared and secured at our yard in the USA.

06Choose delivery — air or sea

Two options — you pick speed or best value.

07On the way — port & airport arrival

Full tracking until the vehicle reaches your country.

08Handover — keys and documents

Your car is home — inspected and ready to drive.

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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
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

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01How long does shipping from the USA to Netherlands take?

Ocean transit takes 12–18 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 Netherlands?

Typical charges: Import duty (cars) 10%, VAT 21%. Duty 10%, import VAT 21% and BPM registration tax based on CO₂ emissions (reduced by age for used cars).

03Can you deliver to my city in Netherlands?

Yes. After clearance at Rotterdam we arrange delivery by truck to your city or you collect the car at the port.

Netherlands

Get a quote for delivery to Netherlands

Tell us what you need — a manager replies within one business hour.