Shipping Cost from Hamburg to Johannesburg

Importing a car into South Africa can cost 50%–70% more than the car's purchase price. Here's a quick breakdown of what you need to know: Customs Duties & VAT: Duties range from 25%–40% of the car's value, plus 15% VAT. Shipping Costs: From $1,500 to $7,000, depending on the vehicle size and shipping method.

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.

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.