International Car Shipping in the USA and France
We Safely Pack and Ship Your Vehicle From the USA to France, and From France to the USA!
Shipping a vehicle overseas requires detailed planning, secure handling, and compliance with international regulations. At French International Transport Movers
in the USA and France, international car shipping is managed with a structured process that ensures vehicles arrive safely and on time. Whether transporting a family car, motorcycle, luxury model, or classic collectible, our service provides reliable solutions tailored to individual relocation needs.
Professional Vehicle Preparation
Before a car is shipped internationally, it must be properly prepared to meet both safety and customs requirements. French International Transport Movers
assists clients with guidelines for cleaning, draining fluids when necessary, and ensuring vehicles are in condition for transport. Document verification, including titles, registrations, and proof of ownership, is handled to ensure smooth processing. This preparation phase eliminates delays and ensures that vehicles comply with export standards in the USA and France and import regulations overseas.
Inspection and Condition Reports
Each vehicle is inspected before shipment, and a detailed condition report is created. This documentation provides transparency and reassurance, allowing clients to track the state of their vehicle before and after the international journey. Condition reports are essential for insurance coverage and provide a safeguard in the unlikely event of damage during transit.
Containerized Vehicle Shipping
One of the most secure methods of shipping cars internationally is through containerized transport. Vehicles are loaded into steel shipping containers at the point of origin in the USA and France and secured with bracing, wheel locks, and protective padding. Containers are sealed and remain closed until arrival, minimizing the risk of tampering or damage. Clients relocating household goods often choose to ship cars in the same container, creating an efficient and cost-effective solution for full relocations.
Exclusive vs. Shared Container Options
Clients may select exclusive container use for a single vehicle, offering maximum security and direct delivery. Alternatively, shared container options allow multiple vehicles or smaller shipments to travel together, reducing costs while maintaining reliable handling. Both options are carefully managed to balance budget, timing, and security requirements.
Roll-On/Roll-Off (RoRo) Shipping
For clients seeking a streamlined and budget-friendly option, roll-on/roll-off shipping provides an effective solution. Vehicles are driven onto specialized carriers at the USA and France port and secured for ocean transport. Upon arrival, they are driven off and prepared for customs clearance. While RoRo does not provide the same enclosed protection as container shipping, it is a popular method for standard vehicles and remains widely used for international car shipping worldwide.
Choosing Between Container and RoRo
The decision between containerized shipping and RoRo depends on several factors, including the type of vehicle, budget, and destination requirements. Luxury and classic cars often benefit from container shipping for added protection, while family cars and motorcycles are frequently shipped via RoRo for efficiency. French International Transport Movers helps clients evaluate these options to select the method best suited to their relocation.
Customs Clearance and Documentation
International car shipping requires detailed paperwork and customs compliance at both origin and destination. Our team in the USA and France provides full support with export declarations, bills of lading, and destination import documents. This includes advising clients on taxes, duties, and inspection requirements that may apply in the receiving country. By handling these formalities, French International Transport Movers ensures that vehicles clear customs efficiently and avoid unnecessary delays.
Guidance for Restricted Vehicles and Regulations
Some countries impose restrictions on vehicle imports, such as age limits, emissions standards, or left-hand vs. right-hand driving requirements. Our specialists provide guidance on these regulations, advising clients in advance if modifications or permits may be necessary. This proactive approach keeps shipments compliant and prevents complications upon arrival.
Secure Storage and Port Services
In some cases, vehicles may need to be stored before or after international shipping. French International Transport Movers offers secure storage facilities in the USA and France where cars can be held until containers are ready or RoRo schedules align. At the destination, storage arrangements can also be coordinated to align with relocation timelines. Facilities are monitored and designed to protect vehicles until final delivery.
Short-Term and Long-Term Storage Options
Both short-term storage for scheduling gaps and long-term storage for extended relocations are available. These facilities maintain security, preventing weather exposure or unauthorized access while vehicles await shipment or delivery.
Our Services
Worldwide Delivery Coordination
International car shipping is not complete until the vehicle is safely delivered at its destination. French International Transport Movers partners with trusted overseas agents to ensure vehicles are unloaded, cleared through customs, and delivered to the client’s address or arranged pickup point. This coordinated process provides continuity and ensures that vehicles arrive in the same condition in which they left the USA and France.
Final Handover and Client Support
Upon delivery, vehicles undergo inspection to confirm their condition matches departure reports. Clients receive updates throughout the journey, and any necessary assistance with registration or local compliance can be coordinated with destination partners. By providing end-to-end service, French International Transport Movers ensures a seamless experience for every international car shipment.