Ship a Car to Romania From the USA: Get Instant Shipping Rates
Ship your car from the USA to Constanța, Romania door to door, by ocean container, or by air when timing matters. We pick up from homes, auctions and dealers across the US for private owners, dealers and collectors.
We ship from our own warehouses in California, Florida and New Jersey, covering all of the US for imports and exports. A container with one car to Constanța is $3,400 from New Jersey and $5,100 from California. Get instant shipping rates to Constanța using our online car shipping calculator.
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Why Choose WCS for Car Shipping to Romania (Constanța Port)
Our own team loads every car and handles every document, for cars going to Romania and cars coming from Romania to the USA. Most Romania shipments route through Constanța, the gateway for onward delivery across Romania and Eastern Europe.
We ship door to door, and the service includes:
- International car shipping via shared and dedicated container
- Air freight shipping for faster delivery to Romania
- Shared containers to Constanța
- A container with one car from $3,400 (New Jersey to Constanța)
- US export documents prepared by our own team
- A customs agent in Constanța clears and releases the car
Get an instant shipping estimate with our calculator. For duties and destination charges, we show what is in your quote and what is paid in Romania.
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.
Our own team loads and secures every car in the container before it sails.
Our team files the US export documents and clears the car for export.
At Constanța, your customs agent clears the car with Romanian customs and takes delivery or arranges onward transport.
Export Locations
We load vehicles for Romania via container consolidation from our own warehouses in California, Florida and New Jersey, with pickup anywhere in the US. Shipping to Romania routes through Constanța Port.
INTERNATIONAL CAR SHIPPING:
International Car Shipping Methods
AIRPLANE
Need your vehicle fast? Air freight is the fastest way to move a car, and we quote it on request. Exact timing depends on customs and documentation.
SHIPPING CONTAINER
Our containers fit 1-4 vehicles, running or non-running, with shared container 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. RoRo is for oversized vehicles only.
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What Vehicles Can We Ship to Romania
Vehicles
We ship standard vehicles to Romania via container service to Constanța Port, with nationwide US pickup or warehouse drop-off options.
Motorcycle
Motorcycles ship to Romania in shared or dedicated containers, strapped and braced by our own team, with documents handled through arrival in Constanța.
Electric & Hybrid Cars
EVs and hybrids may require extra carrier and battery-condition checks. We’ll confirm routing and handling requirements before loading for Constanța.
Race & Rally Cars
For performance vehicles, we recommend dedicated container options and enhanced securing to minimize movement during ocean transit to Romania.
Classic Cars
Classics ship enclosed in a container, loaded and strapped by our own team, for arrival at Constanța Port.
High-Value Cars
High-value cars usually ship in a dedicated container. Optional cargo damage protection is available for higher-value units.
Salvage & Project Cars
We regularly ship damaged and project vehicles to Romania. Non-running units can be accommodated with the right loading plan and port handling.
Heavy Machinery
Construction and agricultural equipment can ship to Romania based on dimensions and handling needs. We'll recommend the method that fits the Constanța routing.
Oversized Vehicles
If your unit exceeds standard container dimensions, we’ll quote the appropriate solution based on size, weight, and current vessel availability to Romania.
How Much Does It Cost to Ship a Car Between Romania and the USA?
The cost to ship a car from the USA to Romania is $3,400 from New Jersey and $5,100 from California for a container with one car to Constanța, when the car is at our warehouse. Pickup from your address is added in the calculator.
In Romania, destination charges are paid locally and are not included in the ocean freight. They can include terminal handling, documentation processing, customs-related fees, and storage if clearance is delayed. We show what is in your quote and what is paid on arrival.
Our shared container service lowers the cost per car compared to a dedicated container, especially for standard cars and motorcycles. Availability depends on routing and load schedules.
Optional Cargo Damage Protection covers the car from our warehouse to Constanța.
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SHIPPING TIMES TO ROMANIA
By ocean, New Jersey to Constanța takes 27 days and California to Constanța takes 53 days. Air freight is quoted on request, and the calculator shows the current routing for your ZIP code.
ADDITIONAL COSTS TO CONSIDER
- Vehicle Collection: Additional fees apply for picking up the vehicle from its location.
- Import Duties: EU import duty and Romanian VAT (21%), paid to Romanian customs.
- Cargo Damage Protection: Optional cover from our warehouse to Constanța.
PAYMENT OPTIONS
We accept wire transfer from any bank, in the US or overseas. Read more about banking fees when paying from overseas.
We also accept ACH, check and Zelle.
Ports & Cities We Serve
Romania: Car Shipping via Constanța Port
Romania's main vehicle shipping gateway is Constanța Port, where cars arrive in containers from the USA and other origins. Constanța is the entry point we use for Romania shipments because it provides a clear path for port handling, customs processing, and onward transport to major cities across the country.
For one car or a full container, shipping a car to Romania starts with our team on the US side: pickup, export documents, booking and container loading, then handoff at Constanța. After arrival, your customs agent arranges onward delivery or pickup depending on your plan and destination. Bought it at a US auction, or at a show overseas after it toured the US? We pick it up and ship it door to door to Constanța, by ocean or air. It's your dream car. Let's bring her home.
RoRo Shipping from the USA to Romania for Oversized Vehicles & Heavy Machinery
RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off) shipping is used for oversized vehicles, commercial trucks, and heavy machinery that can be driven onto the vessel. For standard cars and motorcycles, container shipping is usually preferred because the car is fully enclosed, and RoRo fits when dimensions exceed standard container limits.
Most Romania-bound shipments are routed through Constanța Port, and routing options depend on the vehicle type, dimensions, and current vessel schedules.
RoRo is ideal for:
- Heavy machinery (excavators, loaders, tractors)
- Oversized vehicles and commercial trucks
- Units that can be driven onto the vessel (running condition)
Need a RoRo price for Romania?
Use our RoRo calculator to get a quote based on your vehicle dimensions and your departure location. We confirm the routing to Constanța before booking.
Container Shipping for Cars to Romania
For regular cars, SUVs, and motorcycles shipping to Romania, container service to Constanța keeps the car fully enclosed. RoRo is reserved for oversized units that won't fit standard container dimensions.
Vehicle Protection for Shipping to Romania
Protect your vehicle during USA to Romania car shipping with optional Cargo Damage Protection. Coverage applies during handling and ocean transit, including container movements to Constanța Port, subject to the policy terms and declared value.
Most standard auto protection policies don't cover international ocean shipping. Without cargo damage protection, carrier liability is limited to $500 per package under COGSA (the US Carriage of Goods by Sea Act). We can walk you through coverage options and the declared value before booking.
Wholesale Vehicle Shipping to Romania
We support high-volume dealers, auctions, and wholesalers with repeatable container shipping between the USA and Romania, including routing through Constanța Port and coordinated documentation.
- Door to door shipping from any US address
- Vehicle collection & export clearance
- Our own warehouses in California, Florida and New Jersey
- 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
Documents Required to Ship a Car Between Romania and the USA
Here are the documents for a car leaving the US for Romania:
- 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 for international residents
- Power of Attorney form for US citizens
- Copy of Passport (if you are an international resident)
- Copy of EIN Letter (if you are a US citizen)
- Completed Online Shipping Form
- Import declaration for Romania customs
- Registration records
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 requirements for your state before booking.
Dedicated Export Team
Your account manager coordinates US export documentation and container loading, then confirms routing and arrival handling for Constanța Port, Romania.
Car Import Process in Romania
Shipping Cost & Duties:
Shipping your car from the United States to Romania starts with US export documents, which our team prepares, and ends with Romanian import clearance by your customs agent in Constanța.
Duty and VAT at the destination:
- EU import duty on cars is 10%, and Romanian VAT is 21% (since August 1 2025). Since July 1 2026 the EU allows 0% duty on US-origin cars (Regulation (EU) 2026/1455), but Romanian customs decides whether to grant it and ties it to proof of origin, which is usually available for new cars and rarely for a 30-year-old classic.
- Original classics over 30 years old may enter as collectors' items under a separate rule.
Your customs agent in Constanța confirms duty and VAT before the car sails.
Shipping a Car from the USA to Romania: Step-by-Step Process
Shipping a car from the USA to Romania works when the paperwork and routing are planned upfront. For a daily driver, a classic or a high-value car, we coordinate pickup, US export documentation, and container loading for delivery through Constanța Port.
Shared and dedicated containers from our own warehouses keep USA to Romania shipping predictable for retail and wholesale importers. We manage each step from pickup or warehouse drop-off through ocean transit and arrival coordination in Romania.
Key Benefits of Our Romania Car Shipping Process:
- Door to door shipping from any US location
- Regular container consolidations to Constanța (schedule depends on routing and volume)
- US export documents prepared by our own team
- Ocean container, or air freight when timing matters
- Special handling for classic, electric, and hybrid vehicles
Registering Your Car in Romania
After your vehicle arrives in Constanța and clears customs, the next step is Romania vehicle registration (inmatriculare). This typically includes RAR inspection/approval, paying any applicable import taxes and fees, and submitting your registration file to the local authorities to obtain Romanian license plates. Requirements can vary by vehicle type and paperwork, so your local agent should confirm the exact checklist before you book an appointment.
What you usually need to register a car in Romania:
- Foreign registration certificate and proof of ownership
- Customs duty and tax payment records
- Vehicle approval certificates (safety & environmental)
- Original bill of sale and shipping documents
- Import declaration form
Frequently Asked Questions About Romania Shipping
The cost to ship a car from the USA to Romania typically ranges from $3,600 to $5,000 for container shipping to Constanta Port. The final price depends on the vehicle type, shipping method, and additional services like inland transport and customs clearance.
Transit times from the USA to Romania vary depending on the departure location:
- East Coast (NJ, FL): Approximately 30-40 days
- West Coast (CA): Approximately 45-55 days
Delays may occur due to transshipment stops at other European ports before arrival in Romania.
To export a vehicle from the USA to Romania, you will need:
- Original vehicle title (Lien release if applicable)
- Bill of Sale
- Copy of passport (for international residents)
- EIN letter (for US citizens)
- Power of Attorney form
- Completed shipping form
Romanian customs impose the following charges:
- 10% import duty on the vehicle's value
- 19% VAT
- Environmental Tax ("Timbrul de Mediu") based on CO2 emissions
- First registration fee (60-100 RON)
- Technical inspection fee for roadworthiness approval
Yes, Romania allows the import of classic cars over 30 years old. Classic vehicles are exempt from import duties and qualify for a reduced 7% VAT instead of the standard 19%.
Yes, you can import a vehicle from Romania to the USA, but it must meet US DOT and EPA regulations. Cars over 25 years old are eligible for import without modification.
What shipping methods are available for car transport to Romania?
- Container Shipping: The most secure option, allows for 1-4 cars per container.
- Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo): Available but limited to operational vehicles with no personal items inside.
- Air Freight: The fastest option, with transit times of 3-10 days.
Yes, if you choose container shipping, you can include personal items inside the vehicle. However, RoRo shipping does not allow for any additional cargo inside the car.
Yes, cargo damage protection is available as an optional service. While the US federally mandated coverage is $500, we offer full insurance for added peace of mind.
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