Door-to-port is the most popular service for sellers and exporters: we collect the vehicle from your UK address, file the export entry with HMRC and ship to the destination port where your buyer or local agent collects.
Available with RoRo and shared or dedicated container shipping to 150+ ports worldwide.
Quick Answer
Door-to-port shipping from the UK collects the vehicle from any UK address, files the HMRC export entry and DVLA V5C/4 export notification, and delivers to the destination port for consignee collection. The most popular service for UK export sellers shipping to overseas buyers. Quote includes UK transporter, export customs and sea freight.
Door-to-port suits the typical UK export sale: a buyer in Lagos, Dubai or Mombasa pays for the car and the shipping, and a local agent or the buyer themselves collects from the destination port. The seller never deals with destination customs or delivery, which keeps the contract simple and the price 25 to 35% lower than full door-to-door.
We collect on open transporters across mainland Britain — £195 within 150 miles of the load port, £295 to 300 miles. Enclosed transport is available for classic and high-value cars from £495. The vehicle goes through export customs at the port, the bill of lading is issued, and the original BL is couriered to the consignee for port release.
Why Choose Our Door-to-Port Shipping
UK Collection Anywhere
Enclosed or open transporter from any UK address to the load port.
Export Customs Included
C88/CDS entry filed with HMRC, V5C/4 export notification handled.
Choice of Shipping Method
RoRo for runners, container for non-runners and high-value vehicles.
Live Tracking
Updates from collection through to destination port arrival.
Shorter Quotes
Typically 25–35% cheaper than door-to-door for the same route.
Buyer Friendly
Ideal for export sales where the overseas buyer arranges destination delivery.
How It Works
Quote & Book
Collection postcode, vehicle and destination port.
UK Collection
Transporter to the agreed UK load port.
Export Customs
HMRC entry and DVLA V5C/4 filed.
Sea Freight
RoRo or container to the destination port.
Port Handover
Bill of lading released to your consignee for collection.
Indicative Pricing
Prices are estimates for a standard car. Get an exact quote for your vehicle.
Collection within 150 miles of port
Open transporter
Collection 150–300 miles
Open transporter
Enclosed collection
All distances on request
Sea freight (Europe RoRo)
Add to collection cost
Transit Times & Indicative Prices
Sample routes for door-to-port shipping from UK ports. View full schedule.
| Route | Method | Transit (days) | From |
|---|---|---|---|
| London collection → Jebel Ali (UAE) | Door-to-port RoRo | 16 to 23 | £1,545 |
| Birmingham collection → Apapa (Nigeria) | Door-to-port RoRo | 18 to 28 | £1,395 |
| Manchester collection → New York (USA) | Door-to-port RoRo | 16 to 20 | £1,895 |
| Glasgow collection → Mombasa (Kenya) | Door-to-port RoRo | 23 to 35 | £1,795 |
Documents Required
Paperwork our team prepares or collects for every door-to-port 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-port shipping.
Popular Destinations
Top corridors for door-to-port shipping from the UK. Browse all destinations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who collects the car at the destination port?
Can door-to-port include destination customs?
Do you collect from auction houses?
Can door-to-port include destination clearance?
Who pays the destination port storage if collection is delayed?
Do you collect from auction houses?
Can I track the vehicle from collection?
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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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