Almost every day we hear of someone we know getting his or her car transported to another place – often different country. This is getting more popular nowadays because of the availability of so many international auto freight companies. Some destinations are more well-known than others are.
Germany is a place many SUV-transport operators find themselves traveling to numerous times each year. In fact, vehicle shipping to Germany or other private possessions is becoming a challenge as more people are coming and going to Germany for school, to work or to relocate in general. However, with the assistance of a qualified auto shipper and a few good pointers, having your SUV brought to Germany can be easy, fast and very affordable.
Moving your auto to Germany may take up to a month so be certain you contact a shipping company well ahead of time of your scheduled date. All autos in Germany are treated the same independently of age concerning inspections and taxes. You may have to get a Germany driver’s license if you’re thinking about staying there longer than a year.
Speed is recorded in kilometers and you’ll be driving on the right side of the street! There is, however, a vehicle import fee you must cover upon entry in Germany. This tax is ten percentage points of the value of the auto plus import liability and delivery cost to where the car is going.
You’re going to provide the shipping company with your ignition unlock devices, ownership documents and registration of the car, a notarized paperwork from a creditor if the car is financed as well as a notarized statement from the vehicle’s owner if you’re not the owner. Also a person is going to picking up the car when it arrives in the country will have to produce a valid picture identification paperwork.
