Can I Ship a Car to the US Virgin Islands?
Let’s be frank – shipping a car overseas can be a daunting prospect. Logistically, it can be a hassle, considering all the parts involved. It starts with a carrier shipping your vehicle to the port. From there, it involves an overseas cargo ship actually braving the oceans to deliver your vehicle.
And it requires your shipper having knowledge of the way everything works. But before we get started on how to ship a car to the US Virgin Islands, check out our article about overseas shipping services. This will help you get an idea of what to expect during your shipment before reading specifics about shipping to the US Virgin Islands.
Article Overview
Does Every Company Ship a Car to the US Virgin Islands?
The answer to that question is a resounding no. While most auto transport brokers can setup shipments overseas, not all do. This makes finding a quality shipping company harder, especially if you’re trying to ship a car to the US Virgin Islands. Part of it is infrastructure – there are only so many overseas companies that actually ship to the Virgin Islands. Another part of it is lack of demand; there are not a lot of customers actively trying to ship to the islands as it is.
How Does This Affect my Shipment to the US Virgin Islands?
Well, it’s probably going to increase your price. We admit, it’s hard to comparisons shop for overseas shipping services, as so few companies offer it nowadays. But then again, you should expect to pay more, as there are several different shipping companies involved in the shipment.
Luckily, you should be able to pay the entire thing up front, as most shipping companies will take payments for overseas shipments in one lump sum. This allows them to pay the shippers on an as-needed basis. Typically payments are made upon delivery. So they’ll pay the carrier that ships it to the port once it’s at the port, and they’ll pay the overseas shipper once it’s in the Virgin Islands. And all the while, you only have to pay one company.
Getting Quotes to Ship to the US Virgin Islands
We recommend speaking to a live agent about payment methods and arrangements. You can also fill out our quote form and get a free quote to ship a vehicle right away. However, we do recommend giving us a call. Our agents can explain the process in more detail as well, and give you tips for saving time and money. Just call us at 800-930-7417 to connect.
Since 2007 Dave has written all the content and blogs for American Auto Shipping and during this time added the duties of customer support and transport logistics.
He currently resides in Washington with his three kids and their mom and cat. A fan of Marvel movies and good stories, when not shipping cars Dave can be found working on his novel, enjoying a good book or playing some tournament HALO.
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