Shipping Cars to Port of Karachi (Karachi Port), Karachi
Pakistan · UN/LOCODE PKKHI
Karachi Port is Pakistan's largest and busiest seaport, handling the majority of the country's used and new vehicle imports through the Karachi Port Trust (KPT). Vehicles from the UK typically arrive via container due to Pakistan's strict used-car import policy under the Personal Baggage, Gift and Transfer of Residence schemes.. See our shipping to Pakistan guide or request a quote.
Services
Container (FCL & shared), Breakbulk
Transit Time
20–28 days from Southampton via the Suez Canal, depending on transhipment routing
UK Ports
Southampton, Tilbury
Region
Asia
Overview
Karachi Port is Pakistan's largest and busiest seaport, handling the majority of the country's used and new vehicle imports through the Karachi Port Trust (KPT). Vehicles from the UK typically arrive via container due to Pakistan's strict used-car import policy under the Personal Baggage, Gift and Transfer of Residence schemes.
Terminal & Vessel Facilities
Vehicle cargo is handled through KPT's East Wharf terminals and the adjoining Karachi International Container Terminal (KICT), with bonded warehousing available for vehicles awaiting customs clearance and duty assessment under Pakistan's import valuation rules.
Typical Transit Time from the UK
20–28 days from Southampton via the Suez Canal, depending on transhipment routing.
UK departure ports served: Southampton, Tilbury.
Customs & Clearance Notes
Pakistan restricts private used-vehicle imports mainly to overseas Pakistanis under the Transfer of Residence, Gift, or Personal Baggage schemes administered by Pakistan Customs, each with specific eligibility periods of prior overseas residence. Duty and taxes on used vehicles are calculated on a fixed depreciation schedule based on engine capacity and can be substantial, so we advise confirming your scheme eligibility with us before booking.
Collection & Storage
Bonded storage at Karachi is available for vehicles awaiting duty clearance, though free time is limited to around 7–10 days before demurrage accrues. Given the documentation-heavy import schemes, we strongly recommend engaging a Karachi-based clearing agent before the vessel departs the UK.