Import Car to Denmark

Importing Your Car to Denmark? Car Import from the USA to Denmark starts at a cost of $1,295 USD with an estimated turnaround time of 18-28 days, depending on the make and model of the car, the port of origin, the port you want your car delivered to, and the method of shipment. Below, we explore everything you need to know about importing your car to Denmark in our 2024 guide.

Importing a Car to Denmark: Checklist

Vehicle Import Options

Importing a Car to Denmark: Costs & Time Frame

Importing a Car to Denmark: Options

Additional Services

Ports Served in the US and Denmark

Cleaning Your Vehicle of Biosecurity Concerns

Plating Your Vehicle in Denmark

Other Denmark/US Shipping Options

Here’s a rough breakdown of the process you’ll need to go through to ship your car overseas to Denmark.

More information on the process of importing a vehicle to Denmark can be found here.

As you engage in the process of importing your car to Denmark, some of the most important factors to consider include:

• Whether you plan to permanently keep the car in Denmark or if it’s just a temporary move
• The condition of your car, as it must pass an extended registration inspection before transportation into Denmark
• Whether you have been the owner of the car for at least 6 months
• Whether you’re importing a new or used car

These questions and more will determine whether your car is eligible for import to Denmark. Your actual tax rate is also based on these details.

When importing cars, you should never assume your international shipping scenario is the same as someone else’s. Importing classic cars or used cars may have eligibility requirements that differ from those for importing newer vehicles into Denmark.

To obtain an estimate of the cost to ship a car to Denmark, fill out our free quick quote form.

Vehicle Import Approval

Upon arrival of your auto transport shipment in Denmark, the car must be declared to Danish Customs. The documentation you require will vary depending on whether your stay in Denmark will be temporary or permanent.

If you are transporting your car into Denmark temporarily, you will need the following documentation:

• Car Registration Documents
• Proof of your stay in Denmark for a given duration

You will also be expected to pay a small fee.

If you are importing your car into Denmark permanently, you will need the following documentation:

• Original Car Title Certificate
• Export Permit
• Copy of Passport
• USA Car Registration Documentation
• Driver’s License
• Invoice, if there has been a sale, clearly stating the price of the vehicle
• Proof of Insurance
• Proof of Car Ownership
• Proof of Residence within the country

Things to Consider

To obtain an estimate of the cost to ship a car to Denmark, fill out our free quick quote form.

International car import from USA to Denmark can be performed using a shared container, a sole container or a roll-on/roll-off service.

Roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) – Vehicles are loaded onto a ship that contains a cargo area built like a very big parking garage. This international car shipping option tends to be cheaper as other than the shipping charge, you are required to pay only port charges and customs clearance charges.
Transits tend to be faster than with the shared container service as the vessels depart on a weekly basis.

Shared container service – This method for car import to Denmark requires multiple vehicles to be loaded into one shipping container. While there are more fees involved to ship a car from the USA to Denmark with shared container service than with the roll-on/roll-off shipping method, due to the fact that the container must be processed, these charges are shared between the various clients who are using the container. Such fees include a trucking charge, terminal handling charge, customs clearance, and charge for unloading the vehicles at a bonded warehouse.

One disadvantage is that you might face a longer wait before your vehicle departs, as the container must have a full load before import to Denmark.

Full container load – You have the added benefit of a fully enclosed container, just like our shared container service, but the 20 ft container is dedicated solely to your vehicle. Since there’s no wait for other cars to be loaded, you’ll enjoy a shorter wait before departure. However, additional terminal handling fees and other charges won’t be shared with other vehicle owners.

Our most selective customers prefer the high level of safety and expediency offered when importing cars with dedicated container shipping. When your car is received, we’ll photograph and document the vehicle’s condition as well as the loading process. Your vehicle will be loaded using our modern steel loading system, which is not only environmentally friendly, but doesn’t rely on outdated wood ramps and nails that other shipping companies use, which can damage your vehicle.
After your car is loaded onto your own private container, it is locked and secured. This will ensure no one gains access to your car before reaching its final destination. Since the car is fully enclosed in a secure container, we invite our customers to pack and transport other items inside the vehicle. However, everything must be loaded securely, as we won’t be responsible for loss or damage of any kind.

Once your car reaches its desired destination in Denmark, our agent will unlock the container, document the vehicle’s condition, and photograph the entire unloading process. Every step of the import process is not only handled carefully but documented for your peace of mind.

Compared to our roll-on/roll-off shipping option, enclosed container shipping is not only more secure when shipping to Denmark, but much faster due to frequent departures each week.

Sourcing vehicles – Overseas clients who wish to buy a car can turn to our long list of car buyers developed in our nearly thirty years in the auto industry, who can find and purchase vehicles for an additional fee or commission.

Other services – Some of the auto transport services we offer in overseas territories include domestic pickup, vehicle import assistance, tracking of your shipment, customs clearance in the USA and a full car inspection report.

Departure Ports – United States

The location your car will depart from depends on the method of car import to Denmark, where your vehicle is located, your budget, and which services the nearest port offers. We have multiple departure locations from which we can ship cars from the USA, including Los Angeles, New York, Houston, Miami, Savannah, and more.

Destination Ports – Denmark

Here are the entry ports in Denmark that we can ship a car to.

Before import to Denmark, the undercarriage of your car must be cleaned and free of foreign soil to prevent the introduction of invasive plants, animals, fungi, and microorganisms. This can be accomplished through steam cleaning or other thorough cleaning methods.

CFR Classic can assist with finding an appropriate cleaner to help ensure you comply with this requirement before car import to Denmark. We do not recommend washing the interior of the vehicle as it can cause mold during transport. Vacuuming the interior is usually more than sufficient prior to car transport.

After clearing Danish customs, you will need to get your car registered in Denmark. In order to register your car in Denmark, you will need to present the following documentation:

• A copy of the customs declaration
• Proof of ownership of the car (either registration documentation or a sales contract
• Details about the car’s specifications, such as make and model
• Proof of valid car insurance
• A valid driver’s license (you will be able to register your car and drive for up to 6 months using a foreign driver’s license, after which you will need to apply for a Danish driver’s license)

You must register your vehicle with the Danish Motor Vehicle Agency within 30 days of importing it into the country. You can find out more information about registering your car with the Danish Motor Vehicle Agency here. You will be required to pay a registration tax, which can be paid directly at SKAT registry offices.

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This information was updated in January 2024. All information, time frames, pricing, and regulations are subject to change. Please contact a sales representative for the most current rates and information.

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