Requirements Shipping a Car from the USA to The Netherlands

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Shipping from the US to the Netherlands

Shipping from the US to the Netherlands has never been easier when you choose a partner who has overseen safe deliveries worldwide. With over three decades of experience, our vast, global network ensures that your goods and automobiles arrive quickly and in original condition. In addition, we offer customizable shipping arrangements where we work to make each transport fit your timeline.

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Export and Import Documentation Requirements for Shipping a Car from the USA to the Netherlands

US military service members have different registration and documentation requirements from the military vehicle registration and customs office. Everyone else needs the original title, copy of the bill of sale, and passport or EIN for the US’s export requirements.

Shipping from the US to the Netherlands can get confusing as the Dutch import requirements vary. Different requirements depend on whether a European citizen is purchasing the car, you are moving or returning to the Netherlands, or the import is temporary. No matter which circumstance applies to you, we are here to help.

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Dutch Imported Vehicle Taxes

Military service members enjoy no taxes or duties on shipping from the US to the Netherlands. Temporary imports for visit-only use for up to six months in the Netherlands do not have to have Dutch registration or taxes. Vehicles such as moving goods have a BPM handling tax, but you can apply for an exemption under certain conditions. A VAT of 9% is required for vehicles purchased by European citizens. Reach out so we can determine what duties and taxes could apply to you.

Cost and Transit Times for Shipping Cars from the US to the Netherlands

Additional days are required for customs clearance and loading and unloading the transportation vessel on either side. The actual transit time from the West Coast is usually 30 days, and 15 days from the East Coast. This means the entire shipping process will be approximately 30-45 days from the East Coast and 45-60 days from the West Coast. Request a free quote for a cost estimate to ship your car from the US to the Netherlands.

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Dutch Vehicle Import Approval and Registration

While Dutch customs do not require an import approval for vehicles, we recommend contacting the Netherlands’ registration office to confirm your vehicle meets specification requirements, including emissions standards. In addition, inspection and approval will be required by the Dutch Motor Vehicle Authority.

Visits for less than six months allow imported vehicles to be driven with original license plates and registrations, but may require a roadworthy inspection. Imports that are not temporary require BPM declaration and payment unless you had an exemption approved by the Dutch Tax Authority. Once the Tax Service has received your passed import inspection and approved BPM declaration, the RDW will send you registration papers by mail.

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Ports Serviced

When shipping from the US to the Netherlands, you can use any US departure port with Trans Global. We offer door-to-door delivery through customs, with common destinations including the Hague, Utrecht, Eindoven, Tilburg, Groningen, Breda, Apeldoorn, and Nijmegen.

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Transport Options

Unless you need the expensive air freight, you’ll want to choose between our sea shipment options. Roll On Roll Off (RORO) has competitive rates with secure car placement on the floating parking garage vessel. Classic cars do not qualify for RORO, however, so we offer either shared or dedicated container shipping. We can go over options with you to see what best fits your needs for shipping from the US to the Netherlands. No matter how you ship, make sure you follow each requirement when preparing your vehicle for shipment overseas.

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Jason Castleberry
Jason Castleberry
15:29 28 Dec 22
Every company has an employee who is the face and voice of that company, for me and Transglobal that was Brenda. Any... company would be lucky to have her. She provided the absolute best customer service I have ever experienced and my car arrived safely to Germany. I highly recommend this company if you need to ship a car, great service, very fair price and if Brenda is your representative, know 100% you are in excellent hands.read more
T M
T M
12:58 30 May 22
Easy to work with and the staff is very helpful and friendly.
A S
A S
17:35 31 Mar 22
Wow night and day compared to miltary office in Dallas. They were so nice and understanding brenda was great and took... care of us the whole way! Ray provided a great quote that was much more affordable than I anticipatedread more
Lizzy Figueroa
Lizzy Figueroa
02:35 13 Sep 21
Great service! Mandy was so helpful in all this process, she always respond my phone calls and email and she made the... process so easy, we are happy with everything! Highly recomended!read more
FELICIA FERGUSON-COX
FELICIA FERGUSON-COX
22:05 12 Apr 21
I have never met a person that went to infinity and beyond making sure that we were taken care of. We needed rescuing... when the original plan of shipping our second vehicle did not go according to plan. Anna Payton at the Mildenhall office was and will always be the angel sent to us in our time of need. She is not just an employee of TGAL, she is family.read more
William Reynolds
William Reynolds
14:10 28 Jan 21
I would like to take the time to thanks Anna Payton for her professionalism and help when getting my vehicle ready to... ship back to the US. She took the time to answer all my questions and concerns about the process and even took pre-shipment photos of my car (I thought this was a great addition). This the fourth time using TransGlobal and I have been impressed with their service each time.read more
Talisman Kreationen
Talisman Kreationen
18:47 15 Oct 20
The representitives here are outstanding, Amanda and Andre were great. They were there every step of the way;... questions, guidance and direction. Great to have a team that I was able to contact by email or phone while they where going through Covid-19 operating hours, never hesitating to answer a question within a reasonable time. Awesomeness at its finest.read more
My Blackjacks
My Blackjacks
15:05 24 Jul 20
Great service. Mandy is amazing and super helpful. All my emails and calls were responded to very quickly and once I... had my quote and paperwork complete she coordinated everything else and I had my car shipped to me extremely quick. Driver was friendly and professional. Highly recommended.read more
Barbara Hutton
Barbara Hutton
12:06 10 Oct 19
I used Trans Global to ship a 1970 Fiat Spider from Florida to New York. I worked with Mandy. She was extremely... courteous and very helpful. She made this whole process very simple. The car carrier they used was very courteous, prompt and ensured that the car was secured safely. Thank you Mandy for a job well done.read more
Sabrina Harder
Sabrina Harder
19:33 25 Mar 19
If I could I would give 5 stars. Brenda has been AMAZING. Seriously highly recommend them to anyone. Quick response to... emails and calls. Brenda has went out of her way to ensure everything is smooth. I can’t give her enough praise! The world needs more people like her - compassionate and caring!read more
Kelly Holliday
Kelly Holliday
23:25 23 Jul 18
Working with trans global has been an amazing experience. From trying to begin a process without hard dates to... suffering mechanical issues and arriving later than expected at the dock, the team that works for trans global have been amazing. They helped our process of getting the truck to its destination and I feel blessed by the angels at Trans Global who assisted us along the way. Mandy was a breath of fresh air as the process for me was a first time endeavor. I feel grateful that she was the one who handled the whole entire process and even helped me laugh when I stressed out and thought I messed up my money order. I will definitely use this company again when we have to ship our truck off of the island in a few years.read more
Cris Madar
Cris Madar
20:22 14 Jul 18
We moved from North Carolina to Hawaii and the process of shipping a car over an ocean seemed daunting. However, Mandy... at Trans Global was absolutely amazing and provided superb customer service. She responded to emails very promptly regardless of time and provided frequent updates. I highly recommend Trans Global and ask for Mandy.read more
Eric Alvarado
Eric Alvarado
05:06 16 Jun 18
OUTSTANDING customer service! THANKS to Mandy Brantley and the Team for tracking my two vehicles and providing all the... details to this picky customer. Couldn't be any happier with the service provided before pick up, in-transit and delivery.read more
Chop Chop
Chop Chop
04:23 28 Jun 17
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Shipping your car from the USA to the Netherlands worry-free with Trans Global Auto Logistics. We offer customizable shipping arrangements where we work to make each transport fit your timeline. If you’re looking for a trusted partner to help arrange shipping a car from the USA to the Netherlands, reach out today for your free quote.

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