Door-to-door is the fully managed option: we collect from your UK address, ship to the destination port, clear customs and deliver to your overseas address. One quote, one invoice, one contact.
Available worldwide via our agent network in 50+ countries.
Quick Answer
Door-to-door shipping from the UK is the fully managed service: UK collection from the seller's address, HMRC export entry, sea freight, destination customs clearance, payment of duties and taxes on the customer's account, and final delivery to the overseas address. One quote, one invoice, one account manager from booking to delivery.
Door-to-door is the right choice when the customer wants the simplest possible experience — relocations, family moves, dealer-to-dealer transfers and buyers in countries where a local presence is hard to arrange. We handle every step including the parts most exporters leave to the consignee: destination customs clearance, payment of duties, RAV/SEVS approval in Australia, NOVA notification in the UAE, EPA/DOT release in the USA, and final-mile transport.
Our local agent network covers Cyprus, Malta, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kenya, Nigeria, Ghana, South Africa, the USA, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. In each country the agent invoices us directly and we settle on your behalf, then re-bill in GBP on a single invoice. No currency surprises and no overseas wire transfers needed.
Why Choose Our Door-to-Door Shipping
One Price, One Invoice
All UK and destination charges quoted upfront.
Worldwide Coverage
Agent network in every major destination country.
Customs Handled Both Ends
UK export entry and destination import clearance included.
Enclosed Option
Covered transporter at both ends for luxury and classic cars.
Single Point of Contact
One account manager from booking to final delivery.
Insurance Bundled
Warehouse-to-warehouse marine cover added on request.
How It Works
All-In Quote
Both UK and destination addresses, vehicle details.
UK Collection & Customs
Transporter and export entry filed.
Sea Freight
RoRo or container to the destination port.
Destination Clearance
Our local agent clears customs and pays duties on your account.
Final Delivery
Transporter to your overseas address.
Indicative Pricing
Prices are estimates for a standard car. Get an exact quote for your vehicle.
Cyprus (door-to-door)
Includes destination clearance
UAE / Dubai (door-to-door)
Includes Jebel Ali clearance
USA East Coast (door-to-door)
Customs, NVOCC and final transporter included
Australia (door-to-door)
RAV/SEVS, AQIS and final transporter included
Transit Times & Indicative Prices
Sample routes for door-to-door shipping from UK ports. View full schedule.
| Route | Method | Transit (days) | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| UK door → Cyprus door | Door-to-door RoRo | 14 to 21 | £1,950 |
| UK door → UAE door | Door-to-door RoRo | 18 to 28 | £2,650 |
| UK door → USA East Coast door | Door-to-door RoRo | 21 to 28 | £2,950 |
| UK door → Australia door | Door-to-door RoRo | 42 to 55 | £4,250 |
Documents Required
Paperwork our team prepares or collects for every door-to-door shipping booking. See the full documents guide.
V5C Logbook
Original DVLA V5C registration document. We submit the V5C/4 export notification on your behalf.
Passport or Photo ID
A valid passport or UK photo driving licence is required for export customs and destination clearance.
Proof of Purchase
Invoice, bill of sale or auction receipt to support the customs declared value.
Proof of Address
Utility bill or bank statement dated within the last three months.
Export Declaration
We file the C88/CHIEF or CDS export entry with HMRC and supply the MUCR reference.
Destination Import Documents
Country-specific paperwork such as NOVA, GCC certificate, RAV/SEVS, RIV or EPA/DOT release, prepared by our agent network.
Vehicle Types We Ship
All vehicle classes accepted under door-to-door shipping.
Popular Destinations
Top corridors for door-to-door shipping from the UK. Browse all destinations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are import duties included in the door-to-door price?
Can door-to-door include enclosed transport?
Is door-to-door slower than port-to-port?
Are destination import duties included in the door-to-door quote?
Can I have enclosed transport at both ends?
How much slower is door-to-door than port-to-port?
Do you handle the destination address change paperwork?
Related Services
Door-to-Port Shipping
Collection from your UK address, export customs and sea freight to the destination port.
Port-to-Port Shipping
You deliver to the UK port, we handle sea freight to the destination port. Lowest-cost shipping option.
Customs Clearance
Expert customs documentation and clearance for vehicle imports, exports, and general cargo shipments.
About this page
Operated by Ship Cars RoRo, a UK-based international vehicle shipping specialist. BIFA-affiliated forwarder with weekly RoRo, container and shared container sailings from Southampton, Tilbury, London Gateway, Felixstowe and Bristol to 150+ countries.
- Author: Zahir Hussain, Head of Vehicle Export, Ship Cars RoRo
- Last updated: 2026-05-12
- +44 (0)1495 320540
- info@shipcarsroro.co.uk
- United Kingdom — serving worldwide
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