Shipping a Car to Guam

Are you interested in shipping your car to Guam? Here’s what you need to know:

In This Article

Shipping a Car to Guam: Checklist

Vehicle Import Options

Vehicle Import Approval

Shipping a Car to Guam: Costs & Time Frame

US Shipping a Car to Guam: Options

Additional Services

Ports Served in the US and Guam

Cleaning Your Vehicle of Biosecurity Concerns

Plating Your Vehicle in Guam

Other Guam/US Shipping Options

Are you ready to get started shipping a vehicle to Guam?

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

More information on the process of shipping a car to Guam can be found here.

As you engage in the process of shipping a car, some of the most important questions to consider include:

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

You should never assume your scenario for shipping a vehicle to Guam is the same as someone else’s. Some vehicles such as used cars may have eligibility requirements that differ from those for newer ones for import into Guam. To obtain an estimate of the cost to ship vehicles to Guam, fill out our free quick quote form.

Upon arrival of your car shipment to Guam, the car must be declared in Customs.

You’ll need the following documentation and shipping forms to ship a car to Guam:

Things to Consider: Motor Vehicle Safety & Environmental Protection Agency Emissions Standards

Taxes & Duties for Guam Car Shipping

Prior to shipping a vehicle from US to Guam, verify your vehicle’s specifications and compliance with Guam requirements. If you are importing a vehicle to Guam from the USA, your car will be subject to local customs duties as well as a 4% Import Tax (for vehicles less than three months old) levied by the Guam government.

The amount of taxes and import duties payable when shipping a car to Guam from the US will vary and depends on the details of your shipment.

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

Car Shipping from USA to Guam can be performed by one of two auto shipping methods: using a shared container, or sole container service.

Shared Container Service – Enjoy the advantage of a fully enclosed shipping container, and split the auto transport costs with the other customers sharing the container with you. Our shipping containers include a modern steel loading system that accommodates multiple vehicles in a single 40′ container, allowing us to reduce the overall cost of the shipping process and pass the savings on to you. In addition to customs clearance fees, the container shipping option also includes a terminal handling, trucking, and unloading charge at the destination port.

When shipping a car with container shipping, it will be protected from the weather and other elements throughout its journey to the final destination port in Guam thanks to our fully enclosed containers. Since the container will be shared, it must be fully loaded before shipping out, so there might be a bit of a wait for other international shipments before we ship your vehicle to Guam. Usually, shipments will occur every 1-2 weeks.

Full Container Load – A single 20′ shipping container is dedicated solely to your vehicle or a 40’ container to your multiple vehicles, so there’s no wait for container capacity before your car ships to Guam. However, a shorter wait between departure and arrival will come at a cost – the additional container handling charges won’t be shared with other vehicle owners. Frequent departures for shipments every 1-2 weeks also make this a faster international car shipping process.

You’ll enjoy the security of a fully enclosed container that will protect your vehicle from the weather and other elements. Our shipping specialists will also document your vehicle’s arrival and loading process with photos in our guaranteed condition report.

Unlike other shipping companies that use outdated wood ramps with potentially damaging nails for car shipments, we use a proprietary steel loading system that not only reduces the risk of damage to your vehicle but is also reusable and environmentally friendly. After your vehicle is loaded, the container will be locked securely and inaccessible until the shipment reaches its destination. Once the shipment reaches Guam, an car shipping services agent will access the container and photograph the vehicle’s arrival condition and unloading.

Since the vehicle will be secure during transport, clients are welcome to pack and transport additional items and personal belongings inside the car. However, all personal items must be loaded securely, as we are not responsible for any loss or damage during auto transport.

Sourcing Vehicles – Over twenty years’ experience shipping cars has allowed us to develop an extensive network of car buyers. In exchange for a nominal fee, we can assist overseas clients who wish to purchase vehicles.

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 vehicle inspection report.

Departure Ports – United States

The location your vehicle will depart from depends on the method of car shipping to Guam, where your vehicle is located, your budget and which services the nearest port offers.

We have multiple departure locations when shipping a car from the USA, including Los Angeles, New York, Houston, Miami, Savannah and more.

Destination Ports – Guam

We ship vehicles to the Port of Guam, located in Cabras Island, and operated by the Port Authority of Guam. As Guam’s sole deep-water harbor, 90% of the island’s imports are handled there.

Our experienced agents at the Guam Transport & Warehouse will deliver top-notch service and can arrange for shipment pick up as well as local delivery of your vehicle.

Before shipping vehicles to Guam, the undercarriage 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. 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.

To register your imported vehicle in Guam, the law requires that your vehicle undergo a safety inspection. Our auto transport experts can assist with arrangements.

The annual registration fee varies and is based on gross vehicle weight. Once registered, you can go to the DMV to complete the procedure and get your Guam tags.

For more information, you can visit the official Guam Department of Revenue and Taxation – Motor Vehicle Division.

Importing a Car from the US to Guam
Importing a Car from Guam to the US
Car Shipping from USA to Guam
Car Shipping from Guam to USA
Cargo Shipping from the US to Guam
Cargo Shipping from Guam to the US
Moving Household Goods from the US to Guam
Moving Household Goods from Guam to the US

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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