Can I ship a right hand drive car from the UK to Mauritius?
Yes. Mauritius drives on the left and requires right hand drive vehicles, so UK cars are fully compliant without conversion.
Ship a Car from the UK to Mauritius
Ship your car from the UK to Mauritius via RORO or shared container. Mauritius is a stable, RHD market with steady demand for UK luxury saloons, SUVs, and reconditioned vehicles. British cars are popular thanks to right-hand drive compatibility and familiar specifications. The Ship Cars runs container and RORO services from Southampton, Felixstowe, and Tilbury to Port Louis, with full HMRC C88 export clearance and bill-of-lading handling for both returning Mauritian nationals and dealer-led imports. Typical transit: 30–40 days from Southampton or Felixstowe to Port Louis via the Suez Canal, often with a Salalah or Port Reunion trans-shipment. Add 5–10 working days for UK collection, packing, and customs filing.. Main discharge port: Port Louis.
- Transit time
- 30–40 days from Southampton or Felixstowe to Port Louis via the Suez Canal, often with a Salalah or Port Reunion trans-shipment. Add 5–10 working days for UK collection, packing, and customs filing.
- Main port
- Port Louis
- Shipping methods
- Both RORO and container shipping are used. RORO is the standard for single running vehicles and is offered via Höegh and Grimaldi services through Antwerp or Le Havre trans-shipment. Container shippin
- Import rules
- Mauritius limits private vehicle imports to vehicles less than 4 years old for cars and 5 years for double-cab pickups; returning citizens with at least 12 months abroad qualify for a concessionary 50 percent duty rebate. Excise duty is 55–100 percent by engine size, VAT is 15 percent, and the CO2 L
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to ship a car from the UK to Mauritius?
In 2026, RORO shipping from Southampton to Port Louis starts at around £1,700 and container shipping from £2,100 in a shared 40ft or £2,800 in a dedicated 20ft, with 30 to 40 days transit.
What is the car age limit for imports to Mauritius?
Passenger cars must be under four years old from year of manufacture, and double cab pickups under five years. Returning Mauritian residents may import slightly older vehicles under the returning resident scheme.
What is the returning resident concession?
Mauritian citizens who have lived abroad for at least 12 months and owned the vehicle for the required period may claim a 50 percent rebate on excise duty when shipping the car home, subject to NLTA and customs approval.
Which UK ports serve Mauritius?
Southampton, Felixstowe, and Tilbury all run regular services to Port Louis, typically via Suez and a Salalah or Port Reunion trans-shipment with Höegh, Grimaldi, MSC, or CMA CGM.
Do I need a vehicle inspection before shipping to Mauritius?
Yes. A pre-shipment cargo inspection by Bureau Veritas or BIVAC is required, plus a roadworthiness fitness check by the NLTA on arrival before first registration.
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