Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from San Jose, California to Guatemala City

Shipping a car to Guatemala typically costs between $1,000 and $4,000+, depending heavily on distance (East vs. West Coast USA), vehicle size, chosen method (cheapest: RORO vs. safer container), and extra fees like customs, insurance, and local port charges. Expect base rates from $800-$2,000+ for RORO/shared containers, plus additional costs for paperwork, duties, and destination handling, with luxury/large vehicles costing 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.

Import duties in Guatemala These are VAT and Customs duty, which are calculated separately for different vehicles depending on their body types and drivetrain. Customs duty varies between 15 and 20%, while VAT can reach 34.4% for common cars and 4×2 utility vehicles.