Can individuals import a car to China?
Generally no — vehicle imports require a CCC certificate and import licence, typically only held by authorised dealers. Special permits may be available for diplomats.
Ship a Car from the UK to China
Ship your car from the UK to China via RORO or shared container. China accepts vehicle imports with significant duties but only through authorised dealers or special permit holders. The Ship Cars provides container shipping to Shanghai, Tianjin, and Guangzhou. Typical transit: 28–35 days to Shanghai/Ningbo from UK ports.. Main discharge port: Shanghai.
- Transit time
- 28–35 days to Shanghai/Ningbo from UK ports.
- Main port
- Shanghai
- Shipping methods
- Container shipping to major Chinese ports.
- Import rules
- Import duty 15–25%. VAT 13%. Consumption tax 1–40% based on engine size. Left-hand drive required. CCC certification and import licence required.
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