Ship Car to Barbados

Shipping a Car to Barbados
Costs and Timeframes

The exact cost of shipping your car to Barbados depends on several factors, but we can provide a starting point. Typically, shipping a compact car from Miami to Barbados starts at around $1,400 USD and takes approximately 2-4 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: While Roll-on/Roll-off (RORO) is the most affordable option, 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.
• Barbados import duties and taxes: You’ll be responsible for these upon arrival.

Understanding Barbados’
Import Regulations

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

• Import Duty: This is typically 25% of the Customs Examining Officer’s (CEO) determined value of your car. However, duty rates can be subject to change. We recommend checking the Barbados Revenue Authority website for the latest information.
• Sales Tax: 17.5% VAT (Value Added Tax) is applied to the sum of the CIF value (cost, insurance, and freight) and the import duty.

Let AutoStar Handle the Details for Your Barbados Car Shipment

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

What We Ship to
Barbados

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.

Barbados Car Shipping
Methods

We offer secure car shipping to Barbados. 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: Provides superior protection for luxury vehicles or those needing extra care. Fully enclosed trailers shield your car from the elements.

Barbados 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 and pick it up at the destination terminal in Barbados.
• Door-to-port transport: We pick up your car from your origin and deliver it to the destination port in Barbados.
• Port-to-door transport: We pick up your car from the origin port and deliver it to your destination in Barbados.
• Port-to-port transport: You deliver your car to the origin port and pick it up at the destination port.

Registering Your Car in
Barbados

Once your car arrives safely in Barbados, you’ll need to register it and obtain license plates before hitting the road. Here’s a breakdown of the process:

Required Documents

The Barbados Revenue Authority (BRA) requires the following documents for vehicle registration:

• Completed application form (obtained from the BRA)
• Original Bill of Sale or Export Certificate (proving ownership)
• Proof of import duty and taxes paid (receipts from Barbados Customs)
• Valid Barbadian vehicle insurance policy
• Original vehicle registration document from the origin country
• Proof of identity (passport or valid driver’s license)

Completing the Registration Process

Once your car arrives in Barbados, there are a few additional steps to complete the import process:

• Inspection & Registration: Pass a safety inspection and register your car with the Barbados Revenue Authority. Fees vary by engine size and model year.
• Temporary Import Permit (Optional): For short stays (under 90 days), consider a Temporary Import Permit from the Barbados Customs Service.

Note: The information above is based on currently available resources and may change. For the latest and most accurate information, please visit: Barbados Revenue Authority website.

Other Caribbean Islands
We Cover

AutoStar Transport Express offers car shipping 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).