CAR SHIPPING FROM USA TO EGYPT

Ship a Car from the USA to Egypt

Q: How long does car shipping to Egypt take from the USA?

Transit time from the U.S. to Egypt usually ranges from 4 to 6 weeks. This includes export processing, container or vessel scheduling, ocean transit, and arrival at ports such as Alexandria. Delays can occur due to customs reviews or vessel schedules.

Q: What documents are needed to export a car from the United States to Egypt?

U.S. export typically requires the original vehicle title, bill of sale, power of attorney, and a completed shipping form. If there is a lien on the vehicle, a lien release letter is required. Additional identification documents may be requested depending on ownership status.

Q: Which ports in Egypt can vehicles be shipped to?

Vehicles are most commonly shipped to Alexandria. Alexandria is the primary vehicle import gateway and often offers the most efficient processing for containerized vehicles.

We ship cars door to door from any US address to Alexandria, Egypt, by ocean container and air. New Jersey to Alexandria starts at $3,400, with 26 days at sea.

Cars leave from our own warehouses in California, Florida and New Jersey, covering all of the US for imports and exports, and our own team loads every car and handles every document. Use our car shipping calculator for instant rates and transit times to Alexandria.

It's your dream car. Let's bring her home.

West Coast Shipping

Why Choose West Coast Shipping for USA to Egypt Car Shipping?

On the Egypt lane, the paperwork sets the pace more than the ocean does, so we start it the day you book. We pick the car up anywhere in the US, our own team prepares the US export documents, and the car sails to Alexandria by container, or flies when the date matters more than the cost.

Start with an instant quote from our car shipping calculator, then complete the online shipping form. We schedule pickup, confirm the title and documents, and file the export with US Customs. Once your car reaches our own warehouse in California, Florida or New Jersey, we load it and keep you updated through departure.

We collect your vehicle anywhere in the United States using open or enclosed car transporters and bring it to our own warehouse in California, Florida or New Jersey.

You can also drop the vehicle off yourself.

Our own team loads and secures every car in the container at our warehouses.

Our team files the US export documents (EEI in AES) and presents the title to US Customs at least 72 hours before loading (19 CFR 192.2).

In Egypt, your import agent collects the container at Alexandria, clears the car with Egyptian customs and has it ready for pickup.

AIRPLANE

Cars and motorcycles fly to Egypt on request, quoted per shipment. Paperwork sets the real timeline: plan up to two weeks for documents before the flight.

SHIPPING CONTAINER

Our containers fit 1 to 4 vehicles, running or non-running, and shared containers split the cost. For high-value cars, we provide dedicated 20ft or 40ft containers.

RORO VESSEL

RoRo needs a running, empty vehicle, with no personal items inside. We use RoRo for oversized vehicles only.

Vehicles

Cars, SUVs, classics and project cars ship from the USA to Alexandria by container or air.

Motorcycle

Motorcycles ship to Egypt in containers, strapped and braced, including dealer and auction pickups. Air is available on request.

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Electric & Hybrid Cars

EVs and hybrids need extra paperwork. We handle the battery documents for the sailing, and your import agent confirms the Egyptian rules before export.

Race & Rally Cars

Race and rally cars ship to Egypt in a dedicated container when the event date matters.

Classic Cars

Classics ship in enclosed containers, with a document review before the export filing. Confirm Egypt's age and ownership rules with your import agent before you buy.

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Auction Cars

Copart and IAA auction cars ship to Egypt through our own warehouses. Condition, dimensions and pickup location set the routing and the price.

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Salvage & Project Cars

Non-operable vehicles can ship to Egypt, but loading and handling requirements differ from running cars.

Heavy Machinery

We ship equipment and machinery from the USA to Egypt for contractors, dealers and exporters.

Oversized Vehicles

Larger vehicles may require RoRo or special container planning depending on dimensions and destination.

International Car Shipping Cost

How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Car to Egypt From the USA?

Shipping a car from the USA to Alexandria starts at $3,400 from New Jersey in a shared container. Texas is $3,900, California $4,200 and Florida $4,800. These are port-to-port prices: vehicle collection, destination charges in Egypt, import duties and Cargo Damage Protection come on top. Use our car shipping calculator for an up-to-date rate.

From the East Coast, we would pick New Jersey: $1,400 less than Florida for two more days at sea.
Destination charges are set by the receiving import agent in Egypt. Use our calculator to see them with your rate.
Optional Cargo Damage Protection is available: learn more about Cargo Damage Protection

Shared containers cut the cost: up to 4 cars split one box from our own warehouses in California, Florida and New Jersey to Alexandria.

“Excellent communication and genuine interest in our vehicles well being throughout the whole process. Highly recommend them for all your vehicle shipping needs!”

Alexander

San Francisco, California

Vehicle Protection During Transport

Protect your vehicle during international shipping with Cargo Damage Protection. It covers your car from its arrival at our warehouse through delivery in Egypt. Most standard auto insurance policies don't cover international shipping. If you decline Cargo Damage Protection, our liability is limited to $500 per package under the Carriage of Goods by Sea Act (COGSA).

Documentation for US Car Export

Shipping your car from the United States involves clearing US customs, which requires submitting several documents to prove vehicle ownership. Here are the required documents:

Bill of Sale for the vehicle
Original Vehicle Title (If there is a lien on the car, a lien release letter is also required)
Power of Attorney form
Completed Online Shipping Form
Copy of Passport (if you are an international citizen without a US passport)
Copy of EIN Letter (if you are a US citizen)

Certain states do not issue titles for classic cars. For example, Alabama, Connecticut, Georgia, Maine, New Hampshire, and Vermont do not issue titles for older vehicles. Check the rules for your state before you buy.

Import taxes in Egypt

Duty and sales tax in Egypt depend on engine size, age and origin
Your import agent in Egypt confirms the amount before the car sails
Used cars: confirm the ownership and age rules with your import agent before buying
New cars: confirm the model-year rule with your import agent before buying
We would get the agent's figure in writing before the car leaves our warehouse

Car Import Process in Egypt

Once your car arrives at Alexandria, your import agent in Egypt collects the container from the terminal, clears the car with Egyptian customs, unloads it and has it ready for pickup. Bought the car at a US auction or a dealer while you were abroad? We collect it, ship door to door by ocean or air, and send you the photos and documents. It's your dream car. Let's bring her home.

Destination charges in Egypt cover these steps:

Terminal handling charge at the port
Trucking of the container to the agent's unloading facility
Unloading and removal of dunnage
Return of the empty container to the port
Customs clearance by your import agent

Additional charges may apply for:

Delivery of your vehicle to its final destination
Customs inspection charges

To register an imported car in Egypt, you'll need to complete the following steps:

Obtain necessary documents
- Bill of lading
- Commercial invoice
- Certificate of origin
- Valid passport
- Residence permit (if applicable)
Clear customs:
- Pay import duties and taxes
- Obtain customs clearance certificate
Get technical inspection:
- Have your car inspected at an authorized center
- Obtain inspection certificate
Visit traffic department:
- Submit all documents
- Pay registration fees
- Obtain temporary license plates
Complete registration:
- Return to traffic department after processing
- Receive permanent license plates and registration card
Obtain insurance:
- Purchase mandatory third-party liability insurance

Your import agent confirms the exact steps and fees with the traffic department before the car arrives.

Frequently Asked Questions About International Car Shipping

The cost to ship a car from the United States to Egypt typically starts at $2,350 for ocean transport. This is a port-to-port estimate and does not include inland pickup, destination charges in Egypt, customs duties, or taxes.

Transit time from the U.S. to Egypt usually ranges from 4 to 6 weeks. This includes export processing, container or vessel scheduling, ocean transit, and arrival at ports such as Alexandria. Delays can occur due to customs reviews or vessel schedules.

U.S. export typically requires the original vehicle title, bill of sale, power of attorney, and a completed shipping form. If there is a lien on the vehicle, a lien release letter is required. Additional identification documents may be requested depending on ownership status.

Yes, used cars can be shipped to Egypt, but import eligibility is strict. In many cases, the importer must prove they are the first owner, and used vehicles may be subject to higher duties and additional scrutiny. Import rules should be confirmed before shipping.

Yes, we offer optional Cargo Damage Protection for international car shipping. This coverage provides additional security beyond standard shipping insurance. Learn More

Yes, non-running, salvage, and project vehicles can be shipped using container shipping. These vehicles require special loading and handling, and import acceptance depends on Egyptian regulations and documentation review.

Personal items are generally discouraged when shipping to Egypt. Items left inside the vehicle may cause customs delays, inspections, or additional charges at destination. Empty vehicles clear customs more smoothly.

Vehicles are most commonly shipped to Alexandria. Alexandria is the primary vehicle import gateway and often offers the most efficient processing for containerized vehicles.