Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from San Jose, California to Cairo

Shipping from the USA to Egypt varies widely, from around $10-$30 for small, light parcels (1-2 lbs) via economy services like USPS/MyUS, to $40-$70 for slightly heavier items (3-4 lbs), and potentially $100+ for 20lb packages, depending heavily on speed (days vs. weeks) and carrier (USPS, UPS, DHL). Expect to pay more for faster express shipping (e.g., UPS Saver) and budget options (like USPS First Class) for slower delivery, plus potential duties/VAT in Egypt.

Vehicle Import Approval Upon arrival of your vehicle shipment to Egypt, the vehicle must be declared in Egyptian Customs. You'll need the following documentation for import into Egypt: Original Shipping Bill of Lading, or Airway Bill, or Seaway Bill. Egyptian or International Driver's License.

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.