Car shipping to Ghana from the UK
Cargonaija is one of the UK’s Car shipping giants to African countries especially Ghana. We can help you with shipping any of the following: car, Van, Truck, 4×4 runner, Jeep, from the UK to Ghana. In case you’re looking for a prudent way to send your vehicle, we are your best point of contact.
Roll on Roll Off Vehicle Shipping Dates to Tema Ghana from Tilbury UK
Roll on Roll Off Vehicle Shipping Dates to Takoradi Ghana from Tilbury UK Important Information when Shipping Car to Ghana 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 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.
It is equally important to know the amount of duty to be paid on the car when it arrives in Ghana most especially if it’s a used car. You can check on the Ghana government’s online tax calculator to have an idea of how much duties to be paid on the car.
Car Shipping Dates
| Port of Departure | Closing Date | Sailing Date | Arrival Date |
| Tilbury | 26/03/25 | 30/03/25 | 20/04/25 |
| Tilbury | 09/04/25 | 13/04/25 | 02/05/25 |
| Tilbury | 23/04/25 | 26/04/25 | 15/05/25 |
| Tilbury | 07/05/25 | 11/05/25 | 29/05/25 |
| Tilbury | 21/05/22 | 24/05/22 | 12/06/25 |
Many things have changed in relation to shipping vehicles to Ghana 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 Ghana 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 GHANA
To ship a vehicle to Ghana, we need to know what the dimension of the vehicle is, this is important for large vehicles such Van, trucks,s, etc. With a standard saloon car, there is no need for dimension as there is a standard charge for shipping cars to Ghana 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 Ghanaian 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 Ghana.
Please feel free to contact us by phone or by email if you still have questions in relation to shipping cars to Ghana from 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.
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.
What is the cost of shipping to Ghana from the UK?
On average, it will cost you £580 to ship your saloon car through the RORO method. This means your car is driven onto the vessel at the UK port and off the same vessel once it arrives in Ghana.
The same car will cost you £1250 if you opt to transport it in a 20ft container. To save extra costs, you can add other items into the container and have them shipped in together.
For larger cars like the land Rover or any other 4×4, the cost of importing via RORO is £650 while the container method costs £1250. This is the same cost as a smaller vehicle because the 20ft container takes up the same space.
That said, you will need to request a detailed quotation with regards to Vans and other vehicles that do not meet the above categories. You will be required to give accurate dimensions and indicate modifications that will affect the size of space required to transport your car. A good alternative would be to hire a container instead of the RORO method for this importation.
If you are importing more than one vehicle, it is a good idea to request a 40ft container which will comfortably fit them both. This also gives you more room to include other items like spare parts and other non-vehicle items.
Cars/Vehicles Shipping Prices to Ghana (Tema) from the UK
Vehicle Type Roro (Price/Cost)
Saloon Car£580
4X4 & Jeep£700
Max Dim (25 CBM)
Van (Short)On Request
Max Dim (30 CBM)
Van (Medium)On Request
Van (Long)On Request
Container Shipping to Ghana (Tema)
Container Type Container (Price/Cost)
20FT£1240
40FT£1800
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.
5 Things You Need to Know Before Shipping Your Car to Ghana from the UK
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RoRo Vs. Containerized Car Shipping Method
If you are considering shipping your car for relocation purposes or simply for the summer holidays, then you might be asking which option is better: containerised or roll-on roll-off.
RoRo ships cost less than containerised shipping and can be loaded faster. They also load and unload faster at their destination. Containers can be used to protect your vehicle while traveling, as well as plastic bubbles and wooden crates. RoRos are slower, but containerised shipments offer more protection than RoRos.
Which one should I choose?
RoRo Shipping – What it is, and its Pros and Con’s
RoRo is Roll-On/Roll-off. This shipping method allows vehicles to load directly onto cargo ships, without any cranes. It works by laying your car flat and then rolling it into a cargo hold. This is also known as drive-on/drive-off because it doesn’t require any equipment or cranes for loading.
RoRo Shipping’s Pros and Cons
RoRo shipping can be a good option for your car.
Shipping by RoRo is much cheaper than shipping containerised goods. RoRo shipping is faster and cheaper than containerized shipments, making it a good choice for relocation.
This type of shipment offers a more direct service than any other form of transportation. Your car is simply driven onto the cargo ship. It then gets shipped directly at its destination.
It is more efficient than any other mode of transport because it doesn’t require cranes or trucks, which reduces transit times as well as increases speed.
RoRo shipping only requires that the car is driven on and off. Containerized shipping, for example, requires cars to be driven on and off. Because cranes take up more space on board, they are more expensive.
RoRo Shipping’s Cons
RoRo shipping comes with some drawbacks that you should consider.
RoRo can only ship cars and other vehicles (no other cargo is allowed). RoRo transport is unable to ship any type of cargo due to the lack of loading and unloading machinery.
This is not as safe as containerised transport because your car is loaded onto a crane and unloaded from it.
RoRo ships might not be right for you. Consider whether your car has a high or low ground clearance before you decide to buy one. The cargo hold is completely flat with no distinction between the walls and the deck. It can’t be used to store vehicles that are very low or have roof racks, such as SUVs.
What containerized shipping is, and its pros and cons
Containerized shipping is becoming very popular due to its ability to handle all types of cargo, even vehicles. This is an enclosed container that is loaded onto the cargo ship. Once it arrives at its destination, you can unload your vehicle from it.
The Pros of Containerized Shipping
Containerized shipping is a great option for cars.
Containerized shipping is the most secure way to ship your car. It doesn’t have any outside factors that could cause damage during transit. Containerized shipping is safer than RoRo.
Containerized shipping transports cars and other cargo together. This allows you to transport more than your vehicle, especially if you are shipping large items like household goods.
RoRo shipping can be faster than containerized shipping, as there is more space onboard without the need for cranes. This speeds up transit times and improves speed.
The Cons of Containerized Shipping
Containerized shipping has its pros and cons.
RoRo is more expensive because containers can hold cargo other than cars. Containerized shipments require cranes for loading and unloading cargo. Both of these steps take longer.
Containerised shipments cannot transport larger vehicles or cargo than what is allowed by the box.
Deciding between RoRo shipping and containerized shipping
Both methods of shipping cars have their advantages and disadvantages, but they all work well if you need to transport your vehicle. However, which type of vehicle you wish to ship, how many cargo you need, and how fast you need the shipment there to go will affect your decision.
RoRo shipping will cost you more if you have a car that isn’t high clearance or you need extra cargo. Otherwise, your shipment will arrive with the car and not its box.
Containerised shipping is more flexible than RoRo because you can ship any type or cargo together with your vehicle. You can’t ship extra cargo if containerized shipping is chosen for an SUV or car with high ground clearance.
What documentation do you need to import cars to Ghana from the UK?
Like any other government, the Ghanaian government has regulations you must follow and documents you must have before you access your car at the port.
- Ghana Customs ‘Form C’
- You must have a driver’s license that is issued by Ghanaian licensing authority or alternatively an International recognized Driver’s License.
- An authenticated Copies of Purchase Invoice with a valid Insurance.
- A Certificate of Title
- Original copy of Bill of Lading which must include the Vehicle Chassis, engine number, manufacturing date and the vehicle type.
- (HDV) otherwise known as Home Delivery Value of the vehicle.
It is important to remember that HDV depend solely on the Cost Insurance Freight (CIF) that is worked out separately for each respective car imported based on its vehicle size and the age.
It is also vital to note that if the vehicle is left for longer than 60 days it will be seized by the state
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