Can I ship any UK car to Karachi?
No. Pakistan's import scheme restricts most personal imports to vehicles under 3 years old. Older cars can only be imported as classics under specific permits.
Ship a Car from the UK to Karachi
Ship your car from the UK to Karachi via RORO or shared container. Karachi is Pakistan's main port and the only practical discharge port for UK car shipments into the country. The Ship Cars consolidates UK vehicles into shared 40ft containers leaving Tilbury every 14–21 days, with RORO available on selected sailings. Typical transit: 28–35 days direct container. 35–45 days via Jebel Ali transhipment.. Main discharge port: Karachi.
- Transit time
- 28–35 days direct container. 35–45 days via Jebel Ali transhipment.
- Main port
- Karachi
- Shipping methods
- Shared 40ft container Tilbury to Karachi (most common). Dedicated 20ft and 40ft container available. RORO via Jebel Ali transhipment on selected routes.
- Import rules
- Pakistan restricts new vehicle imports under the Personal Baggage, Gift and Transfer of Residence schemes. Vehicles must be under 3 years old for personal import, with substantial duties (often 50–100% of value). Right-hand drive is permitted (Pakistan drives on the left).
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to ship from the UK to Karachi?
Direct shared container is typically 30–38 days port-to-port from Tilbury, depending on sailing schedule. Plan for 6–8 weeks total including clearance.
Is right-hand drive allowed in Pakistan?
Yes — Pakistan drives on the left and uses right-hand drive vehicles, so UK cars are directly compatible.
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