Transit
24–34 days
Services
Container / Shared Container
UK Loading
Felixstowe, Southampton
From
£2,400
Sailing frequency and operators
Weekly container; no RoRo service into India. Carriers serving Nhava Sheva (Mumbai) include Maersk, MSC, Hapag-Lloyd, CMA CGM.
Terminal and facilities
ICD network for inland clearance, dedicated container CFS, and DGFT/RTO inspection lanes on terminal.
Customs and import
Used cars permitted only if under 3 years old, right-hand drive, and routed via a notified port. 125% duty on new cars CIF over US$40,000; 60% on used. 28% IGST plus compensation cess 1–22%.
See the full India destination guide for documents, age limits and tax detail.
Insider tips for Nhava Sheva (Mumbai)
Used-car import is heavily restricted; verify the year of manufacture meets the 3-year rule before booking the container. RoRo is not available into India.
Frequently asked questions
Can I ship a car to Mumbai by RoRo?
No. India does not permit RoRo vehicle imports for private importers. Container shipping via Nhava Sheva, Chennai or Kolkata is the only route.
What is the duty on a used car into India?
60% basic customs duty plus 28% IGST and 1–22% compensation cess, on top of CIF. Effective landed cost is often 2x to 2.5x the UK retail price.