What To Know Before Shipping Your Car: Shipping Virgin Islands Or Auto Shipping To Puerto Rico

By Author: Christen Ronchetti
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How do you prepare your car for shipping to the Virgin Islands or Puerto Rico? Remember the 3 S’s of vehicle shipping: speed, service and simplicity. If you specifically need auto shipping to Puerto Rico or the Virgin Islands, find a company with the fastest transit time in the trade, and an industry leader in service.

Shipping Virgin Islands/Auto Shipping to Puerto Rico: Car Information

To book your car for shipping, fill out the form on your auto shipping company’s website. You will need to supply your contact information, consignee information, port and destination, vehicle info, vehicle value, tax ID/EIN#, and sail date. All customers will need their booking number, a copy of their title, a pre-payment and the owner’s driver’s license.

Shipping Virgin Islands/Auto Shipping to Puerto Rico: Company Requirements

Research is key when you’re looking for a company to move your valuable belongings! Contact the Better Business Bureau to check for any customer complaints. Look for an auto shipping company with a website ...
... that clearly outlines all requirements for auto shipping to Puerto Rico/shipping to the Virgin Islands, and clearly explains their vehicle exportation rates. The company should offer a watertight, below-deck auto carriage to keep your vehicle safe—they should also secure your vehicle to ensure safe arrival.


Shipping Virgin Islands/Auto Shipping to Puerto Rico: Rates & Fees


Check the company’s website for auto shipping rates, departure and arrival dates as well as to and from locations. Non-running vehicles generally require an additional fee for shipping. Vehicles should not exceed 900 cu ft. Be sure to remove any items from your car, or you may have to pay an additional fee. The shipping company will not be held responsible for missing items. Additional fees may also include TAC charge, bunker fuel charge, and SED filing.


Shipping Virgin Islands/Auto Shipping to Puerto Rico: Additional Info


The car shipping company should provide you detailed sailing schedules to Puerto Rico or the Virgin Islands. Check their site for PDF’s you can download. Additionally, they may provide a tool that lets you track your car’s shipment. You will need to know the vessel/voyage name, port of discharge, and container/dock receipt number or VIN.

Christen Ronchetti is a freelance writer for Sea Star Line, a privately held shipping company in PA that specializes in shipping Virgin Islands. To learn more about shipping to Caribbean, visit Seastarline.com.