Bahamas Car Shipping Services

Bahamas Car Shipping
Costs and Timeframes

The exact cost of shipping your car depends on several factors, but we can provide a starting point. Typically, shipping a compact car from Miami to Nassau starts at around $8,00 USD and takes approximately 2-3 weeks.
Here are some factors that can affect the cost:

• Size and weight of your vehicle: Larger vehicles generally cost more to ship.
• Origin and destination ports: The distance between ports impacts the price.
• Shipping method: Roll-on/Roll-off (RORO) is the most affordable option, while enclosed carriers offer superior protection for luxury vehicles.
• Peak seasons: Shipping rates may be higher during peak travel times.

Additional Considerations

• Storage and cleaning: There may be additional costs depending on your situation, such as pre-shipment cleaning or storage at the origin port.
• Bahamas import duties and taxes: You’ll be responsible for these upon arrival.

Understanding Bahamas
Import Regulations

Researching Bahamas’ import regulations before shipping your car is essential. Here’s a breakdown of key taxes and duties:

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This is typically 35% of the Customs Examining Officer’s (CEO) determined value of your car. However, duty rates can be subject to change. We recommend checking the Bahamas Customs Department website for the latest information.
• Registration fee: There is a one-time fee for registering your car in the Bahamas.
• Business License (if applicable): If you plan to use your car for commercial purposes, you may need a business license.

While we strive for accuracy, Bahamas import regulations can change. For the latest details, visit the Bahamas Customs Department website.

Let AutoStar Handle the Details for Your Bahamas Car Shipment

AutoStar Transport Express can guide you through the entire car shipping process to the Bahamas. We’ll provide a personalized quote, handle the logistics, and ensure your car complies with Bahamas import regulations.

What We Ship to the
Bahamas

We can handle almost any vehicle you need to transport, including:

• Luxury and Exotic Cars.
• Classic Cars.
• Motorcycles.
• Trucks.
• SUVs.
• ATVs & UTVs.
• RVs.
• Boats.
• Heavy Equipment.

Bahamas Car Shipping
Methods

We offer secure car shipping options to the Bahamas. Choose the method that best suits your needs:

• Roll-on/Roll-off (RORO): The most affordable option. You drive your car onto a special ferry. Ideal for standard vehicles.
• Open Carrier: A budget-friendly choice. Cars are exposed to the elements but securely fastened on open trailers.
• Enclosed Carrier: Fully enclosed trailers shield your car from the elements, salt spray, and potential minor scratches that can occur during RORO transport.

Bahamas Car Shipping
Options

We offer a variety of car shipping options to suit your needs:

• Terminal-to-terminal transport: You drop your car off at our terminal in the origin port and pick it up at the destination terminal in the Bahamas. This is a more economical option than door-to-door service.
• Door-to-port transport: We pick up your car from your origin and deliver it to the destination port in the Bahamas. You are then responsible for arranging onward transport to your final destination.
• Port-to-door transport: We pick up your car from the origin port in the US and deliver it to your final destination in the Bahamas. You are responsible for getting the car to the origin port.
• Port-to-port transport: You deliver your car to the origin port in the US and pick it up at the destination port in the Bahamas. This is the most economical option, but also requires the most legwork on your part.

Registering Your Car in the
Bahamas

Here’s what you’ll need to do before you can officially register your car and get Bahamian license plates:

• Clear Customs: Pay all import duties, registration fees, and any applicable business license fees (if required).
• Bahamas Vehicle Inspection: Take your car to a Bahamas Road Traffic Department (RTD) approved mechanic for a safety inspection.
• Gather Required Documents: The RTD requires the following documents for registration:
  • Original Bill of Sale or Export Title (proving ownership)
  • Completed Application for Registration (available from the RTD website or office)
  • Proof of Import Duty and Registration Fee Payment receipts
  • Valid Bahamian Insurance Policy
  • Vehicle Inspection Certificate

Registration Fees (USD)

• Vehicle Inspection: $35
• Registration:
• Less than 5,000 lbs: ~$128 USD
• 5,001-15,000 lbs: ~$448 USD
• More than 15,000 lbs: ~$608 USD

Important Note: Fees are subject to change. Double-check current rates on the Bahamas Road Traffic Department website before shipping.

Other Caribbean Islands
We Cover

We offer Caribbean car transport services to a wide range of Caribbean paradises, including:

• Anguilla.
• Antigua.
• Barbados.
• Bahamas.
• Belize.
• Cayman Islands.
• Dominica.
• Dominican Republic.
• Grenada.
• Guyana.
• Nevis.
• St Barths.
• St Kitts.
• St Lucia.
• St Maarten.
• St Vincent.
• Suriname.
• Tortola.
• Trinidad.
• Turks & Caicos.
• US Virgin Islands (USVI).