Shipping Cost from Denver, Colorado to Barcelona

Shipping a car from the USA to Spain generally costs between $1,000 and $3,800+ for ocean freight, depending on the method ( RoRo vs. container), origin/destination, and vehicle size, with container shipping often more secure but potentially pricier than shared containers; you must also budget for Spanish import duties (10% duty + 21% VAT) and local fees unless relocating as a returning resident with specific exemptions. Expect transit times from about 3-6 weeks.

If you're importing a car into Spain for a temporary amount of time, it can be done without having to pay taxes and duties for a period no longer than 6 months. After those six months, you'll be required to either export the vehicle or pay the required taxes and duties if you plan to apply for permanent residency.

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.