Shipping Cost from Brisbane to Accra

Shipping a 40ft container to Ghana typically costs between $2,500 and $6,000 for ocean freight, but prices fluctuate widely based on origin (US, China, Dubai), fuel costs, port fees, and carrier, with potential extra charges for customs, VAT (15%), and local delivery in Ghana. For instance, from the US, it might average around $5,900, while from China, you might see rates from $2,800-$3,500, and from Dubai, closer to $2,800-$4,500.

Step 1: Understand Ghana Vehicle Import Eligibility Before shipping, confirm that your intended vehicle meets Ghana's import regulations: Age Limitations: Ghana restricts used car imports to vehicles 10 years old or newer. Left-Hand Drive Requirement: Only left-hand drive vehicles may be imported.

The transit time for shipping a car to Ghana varies depending on the port of departure and the shipping method chosen. The journey from major U.S. ports like Baltimore or Jacksonville to Ghana typically takes around 3-4 weeks.