Ship Cars from the USA to Georgia (Poti) – Get Instant Shipping Rates
Ship cars from the USA to Georgia with a trusted export partner specializing in consolidated container shipping. Since 2007, we’ve shipped tens of thousands of vehicles from US auctions and dealers to Poti, Georgia, with prices starting around $3,300 for a standard car from New York to Poti and typical transit times of 80–90 days door‑to‑port.
Use our weekly consolidated container service from New York/New Jersey, Florida, and California to lower your Georgia car shipping cost by up to 50% compared with dedicated containers. Our instant calculator shows current rates from your closest US port to Poti and factors in all handling charges so you can see your true shipping cost in seconds.
Frequent importer or dealer? Ask about wholesale container rates and full‑container programs to Georgia.
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Why Choose West Coast Shipping to Ship Your Car from the USA to Georgia?
With over 17 years of experience shipping cars from the USA to Georgia, West Coast Shipping has helped thousands of customers move vehicles from US auctions and dealers to Poti port. Our focus is on consolidated container shipping, which can cut your Georgia shipping cost by up to 50% compared with traditional dedicated containers while still providing secure, enclosed transport.
- Expert car shipping to Georgia via container or air freight
- Weekly container consolidation saving up to 50% on shipping costs
- Complete customs clearance and documentation handling
- Nationwide pickup from our US facilities in California, Florida, and New Jersey
- Door-to-door delivery to Poti, Georgi
- Classic car shipping specialists with secure handling
We collect your vehicle from anywhere in the US using open or enclosed car transporters. The car is then transported to our nearest export warehouse in California, Florida or New Jersey.
You always have the option to deliver/drop off the vehicle yourself.
With nearly 2 decades of experience in loading containers, we make sure that your cars are safely secured for their journey overseas.
Our team works closely with US Customs to clear cars for export.
For a seamless car import experience, we work with reliable partners worldwide to ensure your cars arrive safely and are properly cleared with import customs.
Export Locations
We ship cars to Poti port in Georgia from our US warehouses in California, Florida, and New Jersey. Free storage available before loading. Each week, we load container shipments to Georgia and can accommodate both shared and dedicated containers.
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International Car Shipping Methods
AIRPLANE
Need your vehicle fast? Air freight delivers in just 3-10 days, making it the quickest shipping option—significantly faster than container or RoRo shipping. Exact timing depends on customs and documentation.
SHIPPING CONTAINER
Our containers fit 1-4 vehicles—running or non-running—and offer cost-saving consolidation shipping. For high-value cars, we provide dedicated 20ft or 40ft containers.
RORO VESSEL
RoRo shipping requires vehicles to be operational and empty. Available ports and rates vary. Note: This method is only available for oversized cars
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What Vehicles Can We Ship from the USA to Georgia?
Vehicles
We safely ship sedans, hatchbacks, and SUVs from the USA to Poti, Georgia using consolidated and dedicated container service. Whether it’s a daily‑driver Toyota, Honda, BMW, or Mercedes, we load and secure your vehicle at our US facilities and handle export paperwork from start to finish.
Motocycle
We arrange enclosed container shipping for motorcycles, scooters, and ATVs heading to Georgia. Your bike is strapped to a custom pallet or crate, then loaded in a shared container so it arrives in Poti secure and ready for inspection and registration.
Electric & Hybrid Cars
Electric and hybrid vehicles require special handling and documentation when shipping to Georgia. Our team regularly ships Tesla, Nissan Leaf, Toyota hybrids, and other EVs in containers, protecting the battery pack and ensuring all high‑voltage safety procedures are followed.
Race & Rally Cars
Georgia is a popular destination for race and rally builds sourced from US auctions and private sellers. We provide enclosed container loading, extra tie‑downs, and detailed condition photos to protect track and rally cars during the voyage to Poti.
Classic Cars
Classic and vintage cars deserve expert care when shipped from the USA to Georgia. We specialize in classic imports, using enclosed containers, soft straps, and careful bracing, and can guide you on duties, VAT, and registration options for older vehicles.
Luxury Cars
From high‑end sedans to exotic sports cars, we offer premium container shipping for luxury vehicles bound for Georgia. Porsche, BMW M, Mercedes‑AMG, and similar models travel in secure containers with optional damage protection for extra peace of mind.
Salvage & Project Cars
Georgia’s market is known for salvage and project vehicles imported from US auctions. We load non‑running and damaged cars into containers using winches and forklifts, work with your auction paperwork, and coordinate with your broker in Georgia for clearance.
Heavy Machinery
From construction and agricultural machinery to industrial equipment, we ship heavy units to Georgia using container, flat‑rack, or break‑bulk service when needed. Our team will recommend the best option based on your machine’s dimensions and weight.
Oversized Vehicles
If your vehicle exceeds standard container dimensions, we can help you move it to Georgia using tailored solutions. Oversized shipping options handle buses, RVs, step vans, large SUVs, and custom‑built vehicles that need extra height or length.
How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Car from the USA to Georgia (Poti)?
For most standard cars, shipping from the USA to Georgia starts around $3,300 from New York/New Jersey to Poti port in a consolidated container, with door‑to‑port transit times typically in the 80–90 day range once your vehicle reaches our warehouse.
Base pricing includes US export handling, container loading, and ocean freight to Poti. Not included are destination‑side costs such as port handling, storage, customs broker fees, and Georgia duties and VAT, which are paid locally when your car arrives.
Our weekly consolidated container service makes shipping cars from the USA to Georgia more affordable than booking a full container on your own. By sharing container space with other vehicles bound for Poti, importers can save up to 50% on ocean freight, especially when shipping single units or small batches.
Dedicated containers are available for high‑value, classic, or multi‑vehicle shipments that require faster loading or extra privacy.
Optional Cargo Damage Protection is available for peace of mind during transit.
Get Import Quote
Use our car shipping calculator to see current container rates from your ZIP code to Poti, Georgia. Your quote compares consolidated vs dedicated container prices and estimates key destination costs so you can plan for shipping, port fees, and import charges.
SHIPPING TIMES TO GEORGIA
Transit times from USA to Georgia vary by departure location:- 1-2 weeks for customs clearance and container loading at US ports
- Additional week if using shared container consolidation service
- Transit to Poti port varies by US location:
- East Coast (NY/NJ/FL): 25-30 days - West Coast (CA): 35-40 days
ADDITIONAL COSTS TO CONSIDER
- Vehicle Collection: Fees vary by pickup location in USA
- Import Duties: Contact Georgian Embassy for current rates
- Cargo Protection: Optional insurance coverage available
- Port Handling: Additional fees at Poti port
PAYMENT OPTIONS
We accept wire transfers, checks, and ban deposits only. Read more about banking fees when paying from overseas.
We do not accept credit card payments.
Vehicle Protection for Shipping to Georgia
Protect your vehicle during international shipping from the USA to Georgia with comprehensive Cargo Damage Protection. This coverage safeguards your car from pickup at our US facility, through container loading and ocean transit, until delivery at Poti port, and is especially important for classic, luxury, and high‑value vehicles commonly imported into Georgia.
Most standard auto insurance policies do not cover international shipping to Georgia, which means damage that occurs during container loading or ocean transit is typically not covered by your regular insurer. If you decline Cargo Damage Protection, our liability is limited to $500 per shipment under the Carriage of Goods at Sea Act (COGSA), so for higher‑value vehicles we strongly recommend adding this protection.
Key Protection Features:
- Comprehensive door-to-door coverage
- Protection during container shipping
- Coverage during inland transit
- Protection at Poti port
- Secure loading/unloading
- Full transit protection for classic cars
When you request a quote to ship a car to Georgia, ask our team to include Cargo Damage Protection so you know exactly how your vehicle will be covered during the voyage.
Wholesale Car Import Solutions from the USA to Georgia
We provide high‑volume dealers, auction buyers, and wholesalers with turnkey car import solutions from the USA to Georgia. Whether you move a few cars a month or fill multiple containers per year to Poti port, our team manages the logistics so you can focus on buying and selling.
- End-to-End solutions between the US and the world
- Vehicle collection & export clearance
- Private warehouses in CA, FL, NJ
- Vehicle and parts consolidation
- Use our carrier bookings or your own
- Ability to choose your own import agent when shipping dedicated containers
- Expedited Air Freight options
Ports We Serve in Georgia for USA Car Shipping
Georgia — Car Shipping to Poti Port
Poti is the primary gateway we use for USA car shipping to Georgia. We coordinate ocean freight by consolidated or dedicated container shipping, destination handling, and release so your vehicle can be collected at the port or moved onward after customs clearance.
Most vehicles route through Poti because it offers the most frequent sailings from major US ports like New York/New Jersey, Florida, and California, along with strong onward transport options across Georgia and the wider region. When your vehicle arrives, we’ll clarify what’s included in your shipping quote vs. what’s typically paid at destination (terminal handling, port documentation, customs procedures, and local release requirements).
Want to see what it would cost to ship your vehicle from the USA to Poti, Georgia?
Container Shipping Is the Best Option for Cars to Georgia
For regular cars, SUVs, and motorcycles shipping to Georgia, container shipping is still the recommended method. It offers full enclosure, increased security, and frequent departures from our US export hubs in New Jersey, Florida, and California. RoRo is primarily used for oversized vehicles, commercial trucks, buses, and heavy machinery.
RoRo Shipping from the USA to Georgia: Best for Oversized Vehicles & Heavy Machinery
RoRo (Roll‑on/Roll‑off) shipping is designed specifically for oversized vehicles, commercial trucks, buses, and heavy machinery that can be safely driven onto the vessel. For shipments from the USA to Poti, Georgia, RoRo is often similar in base price to container shipping but is the most practical solution for units that exceed standard container length, width, or height.
If you’re moving a large or heavy vehicle from the USA to Georgia, our team will review available RoRo and container sailings from major U.S. ports in New York, California, and Florida, and advise whether RoRo or container service is the most efficient option based on your vehicle’s size, weight, and delivery timeline.
RoRo is ideal for:
- Heavy machinery (excavators, loaders, tractors)
- Oversized vehicles and commercial trucks
- Units that can be driven onto the vessel
Need a RoRo price to ship an oversized vehicle or heavy machine from the USA to Georgia?
Visit our RoRo Shipping Calculator or our RoRo Services Page to get a personalized quote instantly.
Documentation & Import Requirements to Ship Cars from the USA to Georgia
Shipping a car from the United States to Georgia requires clearing US export formalities and Georgian import procedures. Below is a checklist of the key documents you’ll need for USA‑to‑Georgia car shipping and import through Poti port.
Essential Documentation:
- Original Vehicle Title (no liens or lien release letter required)
- Bill of Sale for the vehicle
- Power of Attorney form
- Completed Online Shipping Form
- Copy of Passport (international citizens)
- Copy of EIN Letter (US citizens)
Special Considerations for Classic Cars:
- Georgian import laws welcome classic cars with minimal restrictions
- Popular choice for classic car collectors due to favorable import policies
- Contact Georgian Embassy for current import requirements
- We assist with all documentation for classic car imports to Poti port
Dedicated Export Team
Your dedicated account manager handles all US export paperwork, AES filing, and documentation checks for shipping your car to Georgia. We coordinate with experienced Georgian customs brokers to ensure full compliance with both US export regulations and Georgia car import rules, with special expertise in classic‑car shipments through Poti port.
The Car Import Process in Georgia
Shipping Costs, Taxes & Duties from the USA to Georgia
Base container shipping costs to Georgia via Poti port:-
From New York / New Jersey: prices typically start around $3,300 per standard car in a consolidated container
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Shared container consolidation available for cost savings when shipping one or a few vehicles
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Weekly departures to Poti port from our New Jersey, Florida, and California facilities
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Additional destination charges (port handling, storage, broker fees, duties, and VAT) are not included in the base ocean rate
Additional mandatory fees:
- Port handling fees at Poti
- Vehicle collection fees within USA
- Container loading and unloading
- Documentation processing
Georgian import laws are particularly favorable for classic cars, with minimal age restrictions and competitive duty/VAT structures, making Georgia one of the most popular destinations for collector vehicles from the USA.
Use our instant calculator to estimate your total cost to ship a car from the USA to Georgia, including container rates to Poti, typical port fees, and an estimate of Georgia’s import duty and VAT.
Car Import Process from the USA to Georgia (Step‑by‑Step)
Car shipping from the USA to Georgia involves a straightforward export and import process that we’ve refined over more than 17 years. Whether you’re shipping classic cars, modern vehicles, or project cars, our direct container service to Poti port handles each step—from US pickup and loading to customs clearance and handover in Georgia.
Our consolidated container solutions make transporting cars from the USA to Georgia simple and cost‑effective. Georgian import laws are especially friendly to classic and older vehicles, with minimal age restrictions and competitive taxes, which is why Georgia has become a popular destination for collectors importing cars from America.
Key Benefits of Our Georgia Car Shipping Process:
- Door-to-door shipping service from any US location
- Weekly container consolidation to Poti port
- Complete customs clearance and
documentation handling - Secure vehicle transport at both origin and destination
- Free storage at our US warehouses before shipping
- Expertise in classic car imports to Georgia
Registering Your Car in Georgia
After your car arrives at Poti port and clears Georgian customs, the final step is registering your car in Georgia so it can be legally driven on local roads. Our partners and guides walk you through the paperwork, inspections, and fees required to put US‑spec vehicles on Georgian plates.
Our container shipping solutions make transporting cars from USA to Georgia simple and efficient. Georgian import laws welcome classic cars with minimal restrictions, making it a popular destination for collectors importing vehicles from America.
Key Steps to Register a Car in Georgia After Shipping:
- Door-to-door shipping service from any US location
- Weekly container consolidation to Poti port
- Complete customs clearance and documentation handling
- Secure vehicle transport at both origin and destination
- Free storage at our US warehouses before shipping
- Expertise in classic car imports to Georgia
Frequently Asked Questions About Georgia Car Shipping
Shipping a car to Georgia from the USA costs between $1,100 to $1,400 for container shipping to Poti port. Additional costs include pickup fees in the USA, destination charges at Poti port, and import duties.
Our container consolidation service can save up to 50% on shipping costs. Get an instant quote using our calculator for exact rates.
Transit time to Georgia varies by departure location:
25-30 days from East Coast (NY/NJ/FL) and 35-40 days from West Coast (CA) to Poti port. This includes 1-2 weeks for customs clearance and container loading. Weekly container shipments are available from our US facilities to Georgia.
Required documents for shipping to Georgia include:
- Original vehicle title (no liens)
- Bill of sale
- Power of attorney form
- EIN letter (US citizens) or passport copy (international customers)
- Online shipping form completion, and customs clearance documents. Georgia has simplified documentation requirements compared to other countries.
Yes, Georgia is very welcoming to classic car imports with no age restrictions and minimal import requirements.
This makes it a popular destination for classic car collectors shipping from the USA. We specialize in secure classic car shipping to Poti port and handle all documentation for vintage vehicle imports.
We offer three shipping methods to Georgia:
- Container Shipping: Most popular, fits 1-4 cars, available for all vehicle types
- Air Freight: Fastest option for expedited delivery
- Weekly consolidated containers to save costs
All shipments go through Poti port, Georgia's main automotive gateway.
The process includes: Vehicle pickup in the USA, transportation to our nearest facility (CA, FL, or NJ), container loading, shipping to Poti port, customs clearance in Georgia, and final delivery.
We handle all documentation and customs requirements. Georgia's import process is simpler than many countries, with a straightforward duty structure and minimal restrictions.
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