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    International Vehicle Export Service

    Professional vehicle export from the United Kingdom to any destination worldwide, managed from start to finish.

    Ship Cars RoRo is an established international vehicle exporter operating from the United Kingdom. We manage the complete export process for cars, vans, trucks, motorcycles, plant machinery, and specialist vehicles to destinations across the globe.

    As a professional exporter, we handle every aspect of the process including vehicle collection, port delivery, export customs declarations, shipping line bookings, marine insurance, and destination coordination. Our clients include private individuals, dealerships, auction buyers, and fleet operators.

    Quick Answer

    An international vehicle exporter manages the end-to-end process of exporting vehicles from the UK: collection, port delivery, DVLA and HMRC documentation, shipping line booking, marine insurance and destination customs clearance. Ship Cars RoRo is a BIFA-member, HMRC-registered exporter operating from Bristol with weekly sailings to 150+ countries for private clients, returning residents, dealerships, auction buyers and trade fleets.

    We act as your single point of contact for every UK vehicle export. The service starts with a free quotation covering all costs, continues with collection from any UK address by our own transporters, includes full documentation (C88, NOVA exit, V5C/4 DVLA notification, bill of lading), shipping line booking with the right carrier for the route, marine all-risks insurance to declared value, and finishes with destination customs clearance and optional last-mile delivery through our trade-licensed broker network in every major port.

    Our trade clients include UK dealerships exporting stock to the GCC and West Africa, auction buyers from BCA, Manheim, Copart and the major classic auction houses, returning residents relocating from the UK after assignments, and aid agencies shipping commercial fleets to humanitarian projects. Indicative 2026 customer rates: car export to Europe from £950, car export worldwide from £1,500, commercial vehicle export from £2,000, trade volume rates by negotiation.

    We handle 100 percent of the documentation. You supply the V5C, photo ID, proof of address and proof of purchase; we file the customs declaration with HMRC, submit the V5C/4 to DVLA, prepare NOVA exit notification, arrange GCC, SEVS, EPA, DOT or RIV compliance where required, and supply the original bill of lading. Auction-purchase shipments include direct collection from auction gate with payment, gate pass and export handled on your behalf.

    Why Choose Our International Vehicle Exporter

    Full Export Management

    We manage the entire export process from your door to the destination port, including all documentation and regulatory requirements.

    HMRC Registered Exporter

    Registered with HM Revenue and Customs, we submit all export declarations through the official Electronic Export System.

    Any Vehicle Type

    We export cars, vans, trucks, motorcycles, classic vehicles, plant machinery, and boats from the UK.

    Trade and Private Clients

    We work with private individuals exporting personal vehicles and trade clients shipping stock internationally.

    Auction Purchase Support

    If you have purchased a vehicle at a UK auction, we collect from the auction house and manage the full export.

    V5C and DVLA Processing

    We handle the DVLA export notification, V5C surrender, and provide all necessary documentation for the destination country.

    How It Works

    01

    Enquiry

    Contact us with details of the vehicle you wish to export, including its current location and your destination.

    02

    Quotation

    We provide a comprehensive quotation covering collection, shipping, documentation, and insurance.

    03

    Collection and Inspection

    We collect the vehicle from anywhere in the UK and carry out a full condition inspection with photographs.

    04

    Export Processing

    We submit the customs declaration, arrange shipping line booking, and prepare all export documentation.

    05

    Shipping and Delivery

    Your vehicle is shipped with full tracking and insurance. We coordinate customs clearance at the destination.

    Indicative Pricing

    Prices are estimates for a standard car. Get an exact quote for your vehicle.

    Car Export (Europe)

    Including documentation

    £950

    Car Export (Worldwide)

    All-inclusive service

    £1,500

    Commercial Vehicle Export

    Trucks, vans, plant

    £2,000

    Trade / Volume Export

    Contact us for trade rates

    Discounted

    Transit Times & Indicative Prices

    Sample routes for international vehicle exporter from UK ports. View full schedule.

    RouteMethodTransit (days)From
    UK → EuropeRoRo or Container5 to 14£950
    UK → Middle EastRoRo or Container18 to 28£1,500
    UK → USA & CanadaRoRo or Container14 to 28£1,800
    UK → Australia & NZContainer35 to 50£2,200
    UK → AfricaRoRo or Container21 to 35£1,500

    Documents Required

    Paperwork our team prepares or collects for every international vehicle exporter 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 international vehicle exporter.

    CarsVansTrucksMotorcyclesClassic CarsCommercial VehiclesPlant MachineryBoatsTrade StockAuction Purchases

    Frequently Asked Questions

    What documents do I need to export a vehicle from the UK?
    You will need the V5C registration document, a valid form of photo identification, and a signed shipping instruction. We handle all customs documentation on your behalf.
    Do you notify the DVLA when a vehicle is exported?
    Yes. We submit the export notification to the DVLA and process the V5C accordingly. This is included in our service.
    Can you collect from UK auction houses?
    Yes. We regularly collect vehicles from BCA, Copart, Manheim, and other UK auction houses. We can also handle payment and documentation on your behalf.
    How quickly can you arrange an export?
    Typically we can arrange collection within 3 to 5 working days and have the vehicle on a vessel within 7 to 14 days, depending on the sailing schedule.
    What does an international vehicle exporter actually do?
    Manages the full UK export process: collection, documentation, customs, shipping line booking, insurance and destination clearance. You supply the V5C and ID; we do the rest.
    How much does the export service cost?
    Car to Europe from £950, car worldwide from £1,500, commercial vehicle from £2,000, trade volume rates by negotiation.
    Can you collect from UK auctions?
    Yes. BCA, Manheim, Copart, H&H, Bonhams, RM Sotheby's and others. We can also handle payment and gate-pass collection on your behalf.
    How quickly can you arrange an export?
    Typically 3 to 5 working days for collection and 7 to 14 days to load on a vessel depending on the destination and sailing schedule.
    Do you handle DVLA V5C/4 notification?
    Yes. The V5C/4 export slip is submitted to DVLA as standard, removing the vehicle from your name and the UK record.
    What is NOVA exit?
    Notification of Vehicle Arrival exit - the HMRC system entry that closes the UK VAT record for an exported vehicle, preventing future tax demands.
    Do you ship motorbikes and commercial vehicles?
    Yes. Cars, vans, trucks, motorbikes, plant machinery, classics and boats all ship under our exporter service.
    Are you a registered exporter?
    Yes. HMRC-registered customs broker, BIFA member, and trade-licensed in every major UK port for export operations.
    Can you handle trade volume shipping?
    Yes. Dealerships, hauliers, plant hire firms and aid agencies receive consolidated rates and dedicated weekly slots.
    Do you arrange destination clearance?
    Yes. Our trade broker network covers every major port worldwide for destination customs, duty calculation and registration.
    Can you handle returning resident relief?
    Yes. We coordinate ToR1, Returning Resident or country-specific personal-import relief applications with full evidence packs.
    What documents do I need to provide?
    V5C logbook, photo ID, proof of address, proof of purchase. We file everything else on your behalf.
    Do you ship financed vehicles?
    Yes, with written permission from the finance company. We provide a template letter and submit it as part of the export documentation.
    Can you ship multiple cars together?
    Yes. Trade and collector consolidations of two to four vehicles per dedicated container deliver lowest per-unit cost.
    What insurance is included?
    All-risks marine transit insurance up to declared value, with agreed-value cover for classics and high-value vehicles.
    Can you advise on destination registration?
    Yes. Pre-shipment we supply destination duty, VAT and registration cost estimates and confirm any required compliance steps.

    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.

    Entities & topics covered

    United KingdomHMRCDVLABIFAIMOPort of SouthamptonPort of TilburyLondon GatewayPort of FelixstowePort of BristolRoRo ShippingContainer ShippingCustoms ClearanceVehicle ExportMarine Cargo InsuranceBIFAHMRC AEOCDSNOVAToR1DVLA V5C/4

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