RoRo — Roll-on/Roll-off
The vehicle is driven onto the ship and secured in the hold alongside other vehicles. Standard method for most imports. Cost-effective, reliable, used for the majority of our shipments.
Most commonLower cost
From Japan. To your door.
Every car we import travels the same route. Here is exactly how it works.
Container Shipping
The vehicle is loaded into a dedicated 20ft or 40ft container, secured on a cradle. Full protection from the elements and other cargo. Used for rare, modified, or high-value vehicles.
Maximum protectionRare vehicles
JapanoceanDestination
| Destination | Port | Transit |
|---|---|---|
| France | Le Havre / Marseille | 5–6 weeks |
| Belgium | Anvers | 5–6 weeks |
| Netherlands | Rotterdam | 5–6 weeks |
| Germany | Hamburg / Breme | 5–6 weeks |
| UK | Southampton / Tilbury | 5–6 weeks |
| Australia | Sydney / Melbourne | 3–4 weeks |
| New Zealand | Auckland | 4–5 weeks |
| Other | Contact us | Variable |
What happens on arrival
01
Port arrival
Your vehicle arrives at the destination port. We handle all port fees and documentation.
02
Customs clearance
We manage the customs declaration and duty payment. You receive all paperwork.
03
Homologation
Where required, we coordinate technical approval with our partner garages. Requirements vary by country.
04
Delivery
The vehicle is transported to your address or our depot. Final inspection before handover.
Destination-specific notes
France
Customs duty: 6.5% of FOB value. TVA: 20%. Malus écologique applies for high CO2 or high power. Homologation via UTAC or FFVE (collection vehicles 30+ years).
Belgium
EU customs apply at port of entry. RHD vehicles registerable. Technical inspection required before registration (CTG).
UK
Post-Brexit: 6.5% import duty applies. IVA (Individual Vehicle Approval) required for most Japanese imports. DVLA registration process.
Australia / New Zealand
RHD market — no steering conversion needed. RAWS (Registered Automotive Workshop Scheme) compliance required in Australia. NZTA entry certification in New Zealand.
Other destinations
Contact us for country-specific requirements and cost estimates.