Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Rome to Kingston

Shipping a car from Italy to the USA generally costs $1,800 to $3,500+ for basic ocean freight (RORO or shared container), but total landed costs can reach $4,000 - $8,000+ including duties (2.5% of value), port fees, customs, and compliance modifications for non-compliant vehicles, with costs varying significantly based on vehicle size, port, and if it meets U.S. standards. Air freight is much more expensive (thousands more).

Budget: The shorter the distance, the more cost-effective it is to drive instead of ship your car. Regardless of the total distance, look at your total moving budget and how much you can afford to spend on car shipping services compared to a cross-country drive.

Jamaica sets specific age limits for importing vehicles, generally allowing cars up to 6 years old, motorcycles up to 5 years, and commercial vehicles with varying limits (e.g., 10 years for some vans/buses, up to 30 years for heavy trucks, with recent changes allowing older vehicles for taxis), but you must confirm the most current regulations with the Jamaica Trade Board or Customs Agency as policies get updated, especially regarding public passenger vehicles (PPVs).