Oceania · Tier 1
Ship a Car to New Zealand from the UK (1970)
From £1,950 · 40-48 days transit · Weekly RoRo and container sailings from Southampton to Auckland.
Car Shipping to New Zealand From The UK
Car Shipping Worldwide provides regular, professional vehicle shipping from the United Kingdom to New Zealand, with weekly sailings from Southampton discharging at Auckland. Whether you're an expat relocating with a family car, a dealer exporting used vehicles, or a private buyer importing a classic, we handle every stage of the journey — UK collection, export customs, sea freight, destination customs liaison and final delivery.
The UK to New Zealand route is one of our most-booked corridors. Transit time is 40-48 days port-to-port, and a typical end-to-end shipment — from UK collection to released-at-destination — completes in 4 to 8 weeks depending on the method chosen and how quickly destination customs is cleared. Every booking includes a dedicated shipping coordinator who handles the paperwork, books the vessel and keeps you informed at every milestone.
Shipping Methods Available
Three proven methods serve the UK–New Zealand lane. Choose by vehicle value, urgency and budget.
- RoRo: Cheapest option from £1,950. Vehicle drives on and off the vessel. Weekly sailings from Southampton. Ideal for standard running vehicles.
- Sole-use container: 20ft or 40ft. Full protection — ideal for classics, luxury vehicles, EVs and non-runners. Allows shipment of personal effects.
- Shared container: Split a 40ft container with another vehicle. Container-level protection at roughly RoRo + 30% cost.
Current Price Range from the UK
Indicative pricing for a standard sedan or compact SUV, port-to-port, excluding marine insurance and destination duty:
Transit Time & Sailings
Transit from Southampton to Auckland runs 40-48 days on the major RoRo and container services. Add 3–5 working days for UK collection, port cut-off and destination customs clearance. We confirm a sailing date at the point of booking, not just a quote.
Import Duty & Taxes
New Zealand applies 0-5% duty + 15% GST. Duty is paid at the destination port by you or your nominated clearing agent and is calculated on the declared value of the vehicle. We provide accurate commercial invoicing to support clearance and connect you to vetted destination agents at no extra cost.
Documents Required
- Original V5 logbook
- Photo ID (passport or driving licence)
- Purchase invoice
- Proof of UK address
- Destination consignee details
- De-registration paperwork (if required)
How to Collect Your Vehicle
Once your vessel discharges at Auckland, your nominated clearing agent (or you in person) presents the original bill of lading and import paperwork to customs. After duty is paid and inspection completed, the vehicle is released. Typical port-to-release time is 5–10 working days. Door delivery from Auckland to your destination address can be arranged on request.
Vehicle Types We Ship To New Zealand
We ship every category of road vehicle to New Zealand — passenger cars, SUVs, 4x4s, vans, pickups, motorcycles, caravans, motorhomes, light commercials, HGVs and heavy plant. Vehicle age restrictions vary by destination, so we check eligibility against the latest New Zealand import rules at the quote stage. If a vehicle is restricted or banned, we'll tell you up-front rather than discovering it at the port.
Why Ship With Car Shipping Worldwide
We've been moving vehicles from the UK to Oceania for over fifteen years. Our team knows the Auckland clearance process, the local agents, the seasonal peaks and the paperwork that destination customs actually looks at. That experience translates into fewer holds, faster releases and lower total cost of shipping.
- Weekly RoRo & container sailings
- Fixed, all-inclusive port-to-port pricing
- UK export customs handled in-house
- Vetted destination clearance agents
- Marine insurance from 1.5%
- Real-time vessel tracking
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does it cost to ship a car from the UK to New Zealand?+
Standard RoRo from £1,950 for a sedan, port-to-port. Container shipping starts at roughly £3,050. Final price depends on vehicle dimensions and chosen service.
How long does shipping to New Zealand take?+
Transit time is 40-48 days from Southampton to Auckland. Add 3–5 days for UK collection and 5–10 days for destination clearance.
Which UK port handles sailings to New Zealand?+
Our primary load port is Southampton. Alternative routings are available if it suits your collection address better.
Can I ship personal effects inside the vehicle?+
Not on RoRo. Container shipments allow declared personal effects subject to New Zealand's customs rules — we'll guide you through the declaration.
Do you handle customs at both ends?+
Yes. UK export clearance is included in every quote. Destination clearance is arranged via vetted agents at quoted cost.
Is marine insurance included?+
Insurance is quoted separately at 1.5% of declared value for all-risks cover. Strongly recommended on any vehicle worth over £5,000.
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