Car import procedure
from the USA – step by step
Importing a car from the USA is a great opportunity to own your dream vehicle at a competitive price. With access to the largest U.S. car auctions and full support throughout the process, you can import a safe, reliable, and fully legal vehicle without unnecessary formalities.
Below, we outline the detailed process of importing a car from the USA, covering all key stages – from choosing the car, to transport and customs clearance, and finally, registration in Poland.
Searching and analyzing offers
The first step in importing a car from the USA is finding a vehicle that meets your expectations. We use reputable auction platforms, such as Copart and IAAI, which offer a wide selection of cars – from new and accident-free vehicles to cars with damage or classic models unavailable on the European market.
Before placing a bid, we conduct a thorough analysis of the car’s history, checking its mileage, technical condition, and potential repair costs. We verify the data using Carfax and Autocheck databases, which helps eliminate the risk of purchasing a vehicle with hidden defects or an unclear history.
This ensures that you are choosing a car with a verified background, at the best possible price.
Auction and purchase of a car from the United States
Once you’ve chosen the perfect vehicle, we proceed with bidding on reputable auction platforms like Copart and IAAI. Thanks to our experience and knowledge of auction strategies, we successfully negotiate the best price, allowing you to save up to several tens of percent compared to the vehicle’s market value in Europe.
After winning the auction, we handle all the formalities related to the purchase and payment, ensuring full transparency throughout the transaction. The client receives real-time updates on the process, and we take care of everything to make sure the purchase is safe, quick, and hassle-free.
Sea and land transport – safe logistics
After purchasing the vehicle, we organize the entire transport process from the USA to Poland, taking care of every logistical step. The car is transported to the nearest port – depending on the location, this could be New York, Los Angeles, Miami, or Houston. The vehicle is then loaded into a container and shipped by sea to Europe.
Upon arrival at the destination port, such as Gdynia, Bremerhaven, or Rotterdam, the car undergoes customs clearance, after which we arrange its land transport to Poland. Thanks to our partnerships with trusted shipping companies, we ensure safe and timely transportation, with the entire process conducted according to the highest logistical standards.
Why trust us with importing cars
from the USA?
Importing a car from the United States may seem complicated, but with us, the process is fast, safe, and fully controlled. We offer comprehensive support at every step:
Comprehensive service
From finding the perfect vehicle to delivering it to your specified address, we handle everything.
Full support with formalities
We take care of customs clearance, taxes, and registration, so you don’t have to worry about bureaucracy.
Transparent costs
No hidden fees, full control over your budget at every stage of the import process.
The ability to track process online
Access to detailed information at every stage of the import, giving you full control over your order.
Inspection and repair of the car
We offer a detailed technical inspection before acceptance and the possibility of carrying out repairs in accordance with European standards.
Experience and professionalism
Our experts have been importing cars from the USA for years, ensuring that the entire process runs smoothly and safely.
Customs clearance
and legal formalities
Every vehicle imported from the United States must go through customs clearance. As part of our services, we handle all the necessary formalities, ensuring a stress-free and timely process. Our responsibilities include:
- payment of customs duties (10%) and excise tax, which varies depending on the engine capacity,
- calculation and settlement of VAT – the rate depends on the country where the customs clearance takes place,
- obtaining all the necessary documents for vehicle registration in Poland.
Thanks to our support, the entire process is quick, efficient, and in full compliance with regulations, so the client doesn’t need to worry about complicated bureaucracy.
Adapting the vehicle to Polish regulations and registration
Vehicles imported from the United States must be adapted to European standards to be legally driven on Polish roads. This process includes:
- lighting adjustments – installation of fog lights, modification of headlights to the asymmetrical pattern required in Europe,
- modification of multimedia and navigation systems – updating the software, changing the language of the menu, and adjusting the radio frequency to European standards,
- technical inspection and necessary documents – verifying compliance with local regulations and obtaining the necessary documents required for registration.
Once all the necessary modifications are completed, the vehicle is ready for registration in Poland, allowing you to enjoy driving it without any restrictions.