Car/Vehicle Shipping Cost from Taipei to Panama City

If you don't qualify for duty fee import, the fee assessed will be between 15% - 25% of the value of the car. In addition, everyone must pay a 7% goods and services fee. As a pensionado you may be able to import your car duty free. But you will have to pay that duty when you sell the car.

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.

You'll need your vehicle's inspection certificate, proof of insurance, and all required documents. License Plates and Registration: You will receive Panamanian license plates, and your vehicle will be registered in Panama. Be sure to carry your registration and proof of insurance with you whenever you drive.