Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Osaka to Sofia

Japan's "3-year car rule" refers to its mandatory, rigorous vehicle inspection system called Shaken, where new passenger cars get their first inspection (valid for three years), then pass every two years, making older cars costly to keep, encouraging frequent upgrades and boosting the automotive market. The expensive process ensures vehicles meet strict safety and environmental standards, covering fees for inspection, weight tax, and mandatory insurance.

Driving is usually cheaper for short distances, but for long cross-country moves, shipping can become more cost-effective when you factor in hidden driving costs like fuel, lodging, food, tolls, and vehicle wear-and-tear. While driving costs less upfront, the total expenses (gas, hotels, meals, wear/depreciation) for long trips often approach or exceed the price of professional auto transport, making shipping a potentially better value for saving time and avoiding hassle.

You simply need to drive the car to Bulgaria, or alternatively we may assist you to transport the car to Bulgaria. If your car is imported from a country outside the European Union or EEA, you will need to pay import tariff and VAT. The import tariff in Bulgaria is 10% and the VAT is 20%.