Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Louisville, Kentucky to San Salvador

Shipping a car to El Salvador generally costs $1,000 to over $6,000, depending heavily on your starting point (US East Coast is pricier), method (RORO vs. Container), and vehicle size, with common ranges around $3,000-$4,000 for container shipping from some US ports, but be prepared for additional significant costs for customs duties (1-30% of value + 13% VAT) and local fees.

El Salvador has no strict vehicle age limit for imports in 2025. Newer models (post-2020) qualify for lower duties and easier emissions compliance. Expect 20-35% duties based on age/value, plus new green taxes. Key docs: digital invoice, e-title, blockchain bill of lading.

The cheapest way to ship a car internationally is generally Roll-on/Roll-off (RORO), where cars drive onto and off the ship, costing around $900-$2,500+ depending on destination, as it avoids packaging and crane costs. For more protection, Shared Container shipping (grouping cars) is the next cheapest, while booking through platforms like Shiply or using companies with price matching, like SGT Auto Transport or Sherpa, can also find competitive rates.