Car shipping to Banjul Gambia from the UK
Cargonaija is one of the UK’s Car shipping giants to African countries especially Banjul Gambia. We can help you with shipping any of the following: car, Van, Truck, 4×4 runner, Jeep, from the UK to Banjul Gambia. In case you’re looking for a prudent way to send your vehicle, we are your best point of contact.
Important Information when Shipping Car to Banjul Gambia from the UK
If you’re shipping a car for the very first time, there is a host of information you need to familiarize yourself with. Cars, Van, trucks, etc are shipped by RORO and via Container. Generally, the difference in both is the price and the type or value of the vehicle you’re shipping. Vehicle shipping by the RORO method is ideal for cars of lower value, and the Container car shipping method is ideal for shipping luxury cars. If you’re thinking of going into the business of a car dealership back in your home country, you may want to explore the cheaper option.
Roll on Roll Off Vehicle Shipping Dates to Gambia from Tilbury UK
| Port of Departure | Closing Date | Sailing Date | Arrival Date |
| Tilbury | 26/03/25 | 30/03/25 | 13/05/25 |
| Tilbury | 10/04/25 | 14/04/25 | 20/05/25 |
| Tilbury | 10/05/25 | 12/05/25 | 02/06/25 |
Changes in place for importers wanting to ship vehicles to the Gambia from the UK. Below are the important rules all car importers need to Know.
The vehicle batteries will be disconnected when it arrives at the shipping port in the UK. Therefore, it’s extremely important not to cover the battery area with any load. The same battery disconnection rules apply to some cars such as Mercedes Benz with their battery compartment in the boot. So, if you have such a vehicle, it is important to remember not to load cargo covering the battery.
Car shippers can only load personal effects and some reasonable household effects in the car to be shipped. Food items especially perishable ones are not allowed to be loaded in the car to be shipped to the Gambia from the UK.
Hazardous items, fridges, mobile phones, and solar panels are also not allowed in the car to be shipped.
If you are shipping a vehicle such as trucks and trailers, they should be loaded in a way that it will allow for lashing check at the port.
If you are loading a vehicle on a truck or on a trailer, the vehicle loaded on them must be empty to avoid delay at the shipping port.
As part of safety standards, no children or animals are allowed at the shipping port
If you’re delivering a car or vehicle to the port for shipping, make sure you have the necessary booking form.
REQUEST FOR INSTANT QUOTE BY COMPLETING OUR VEHICLE BOOKING FORM ONCE YOU’RE READY TO SHIP YOUR CAR FROM UK TO BANJUL GAMBIA
To ship a vehicle to Banjul Gambia, we need to know what the dimension of the vehicle is, this is important for large vehicles such Van, trucks, etc. With a standard saloon car, there is no need for dimension as there is a standard charge for shipping cars to Banjul Gambia from the UK. Click here to know what your car dimension is, once you have known your vehicle dimension, other information we will require from you are listed below.
Is the car, van, truck to be shipped has all the export document?
2) Does the car, van, and truck be shipped year of registration in line with the Banjul Gambia government requirement for shipping cars into this country?
3) Is there a Road tax on the vehicle? If no, such a car will require to be towed and additional cost will be applicable.
4) Are you putting some personal stuff onto the car, vehicle, Van, truck, etc? Generally, the weight load and the van shouldn’t exceed 3 Tons or (3000kg) to save you from unnecessary hassle. In this case, you need the container car shipping method as supposed the RORO car shipping method. The only downside to this is the safety of the goods loaded on it when it arrives at the port of destination in Banjul Gambia.
Please feel free to contact us by phone or by email if you still have a question about shipping cars to Banjul Gambia from the UK
We accept full payment from customers shipping their vehicles
We require a name customer’s name and address.
Consignee’s name and address are also required
Customers must provide the car/vehicle chassis number.
We require 48 hours’ notice for booking your shipment in.
Non-runner cars are not accepted for Roro shipping.
Customers must notify us if other stuff is loaded in the car.
A vehicle ownership document (Logbook) is required from customers.
Our liability is limited to £25, customers shipping their vehicle are advised to take adequate Marine insurance on the vehicle to be shipped.
Customers are to deliver their vehicle to the port of shipment. Any vehicle to be shipped by the RoRo method must be drivable. In the case of containerized vehicle shipping, such vehicle must be drivable if not, the customer shipping the vehicle will bear the cost of recovery.
Please contact us if you still have further questions.
Please be aware that we provide vehicle pick up from anywhere within London and fuel surcharge applies if we are to collect from Manchester, Coventry, Milton Keynes, Southampton, Portsmouth, Northampton and Birmingham, Norwich, Leeds, Newcastle, and Liverpool.
Cars/Vehicles Shipping Prices to Banjul Gambia from the UK
Vehicle Type Roro (Price/Cost)
Saloon Car £510
4X4 & Jeep £660
Max Dim (25 CBM)
Van (Short)On Request
Max Dim (30 CBM)
Van (Medium)On Request
Van (Long)On Request
Container Shipping to Banjul Gambia (Freetown)
Container Type Container (Price/Cost)
20FT £1300
40FT £1700
Please note that the price and cost above are for port-to-port shipping only. This does not include loading, haulage, and clearing costs. If you would need this extra service please ask for a quote.
Please note that the prices above are for a guide only and are subject to change. Please complete our vehicle booking form to get the current price.
RoRo Car Shipping vs. Containerized
Whether you are shipping your car to relocate or for the summer, you might be wondering which one is better: containerized (roll on roll off), or ro-ro.
RoRo ships have a lower cost than containerised shipments. They can also be loaded quickly. They can also unload at their destination faster. Containers can also be used to protect your vehicle as it travels, such as wooden crates and plastic balloons. RoRos can be slow to process containerized shipments. However, they provide additional protection.
Which one do you prefer?
RoRo Shipping. What is it and its cons?
RoRo means Roll-On/Rolling-Off. It’s a form of shipping that allows vehicles directly to be loaded onto cargo ships without the need for cranes. It’s essentially like laying your car flat onto the cargo ship. Then you roll it into the cargo space. This method is also known as drive-on/drive-off as it doesn’t require lifting cranes or any other equipment.
RoRo Shipping – The Pros
RoRo shipping has many benefits for your vehicle.
Transport costs are much lower than that of containerized shipments. RoRo shipping can be a more economical option than containerised shipments.
This type of shipment is much more similar to door-to-door service than any other kind of transportation. You simply load your car onto the cargo vessel and it’s shipped directly from there.
It is quicker than any other transportation type because it doesn’t need cranes or heavy lorries. This decreases transit time and increases speed.
RoRo shipments require only that the car can be driven on and of. Other transport types, like containerized shipping, require that the car be driven on and of. This means they take up more room onboard and that is why they cost more.
RoRo Shipping – The Cons
RoRo shipping can have some downsides.
RoRo ships cars only and other vehicles. No other cargo type can be shipped. RoRo transportation doesn’t permit the shipment of any other cargo, as there isn’t any loading or unloading apparatus.
It isn’t as safe as containerized transportation, as your car is loaded on and taken off by a crane.
RoRo ships are not for everyone. It is worth considering whether you have a car with very low ground clearance. The cargo space is completely flat and doesn’t distinguish between the deck and walls. As such, vehicles with low roofs and SUVs can’t fit in it.
What Containerized Shipping is: Its Pros and Cons
Containerized shipping has seen a rise in popularity over the years due to its ability to handle all types of cargo, even vehicles. It’s a sealed box that is loaded onto a cargo ship and then opens at its destination to load your vehicle.
The Pros of Containerized Shipping
There are many benefits to opting for containerized shipment of your car
Containerized shipping is safer than any other method of transporting your car. This is because your vehicle will not be damaged by outside forces. Containerized shipping is safer than RoRo.
Containerised shipping ships cars with other cargo together.
RoRo shipping is much faster than containerized shipping. Containerized shipping requires less space onboard, and there are no cranes. This decreases transit times.
The Cons of Containerized Shipping
There are some pros to containerized shipping you should consider.
RoRo shipments are more expensive as they can handle cargo other than cars. Containerized shipments can also be loaded and unloaded by cranes, which makes the process more time-consuming.
Containerised shipping can only transport vehicles that fit into the box. It doesn’t allow for larger vehicles like motorhomes, SUVs, and trucks to be transported in this type of shipment.
Deciding between RoRo and Containerized Shipping
Both car shipping methods have their merits and drawbacks. They both work well when you need to move your car. The factors that will influence your decision between RoRo and containerised shipping are what kind of vehicle you plan to ship, how heavy the cargo is, and how urgently you need the shipment.
RoRo shipping of your car, or any other vehicle with low ground clearance, will make your shipment more costly. The car will not be packed in the transport box.
Containerised shipping makes it possible to ship any type of cargo with your car, making it more flexible and cost-effective than RoRo. If you choose containerised shipping to ship an SUV, or a vehicle with high ground clearance, extra cargo will not be allowed as the container won’t allow for your vehicle.
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