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Export Cars
to Bahamas

UK Car Export provides professional vehicle export services to Bahamas for private buyers, trade customers and dealerships. We manage the complete process from vehicle sourcing and documentation through to international shipping and delivery support.

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Exporting to Bahamas

The Bahamas is an accessible Caribbean market with no strict vehicle age limits. Right-hand drive vehicles from the UK are accepted and import duties are levied on CIF value.

UK Car Source manages vehicle exports to the Bahamas including sourcing, documentation preparation and sea freight coordination.

Import Rules

Drive ConfigurationRight-hand drive accepted and commonly used.
Vehicle Age LimitNo strict national age limit, however newer vehicles attract lower duty.
ConditionClean and roadworthy condition required.
Customs AuthorityBahamas Customs Department
Duty & VATImport duty calculated on CIF value. Rates vary by engine size and vehicle type.
StandardsUK-specification vehicles accepted.

Import regulations are subject to change. We recommend confirming current requirements with the relevant customs authority prior to shipment.

Major Ports

Nassau — Primary port for vehicle imports. Well connected to major shipping routes.
Freeport — Secondary import hub on Grand Bahama Island.

Shipping Options

RoRo Shipping

Roll-on Roll-off service. Cost-effective for most passenger vehicles and SUVs.

Container Shipping

Dedicated or shared container. Recommended for prestige and high-value vehicles.

Air Freight

Available on special request for time-critical or ultra-high-value shipments.

Caribbean / Regional Hub

Many island shipments route via regional transshipment hubs for cost efficiency.

Required Documentation

UK V5C Registration Certificate (original)
Bill of Lading / Airway Bill
Commercial Invoice
Packing List
Certificate of Origin (where required)
Insurance Certificate
Import Permit / Customs Entry Form (at destination)
Copy of buyer's passport / identification

Estimated Timelines

1

Vehicle Sourcing & Preparation

1–3 weeks depending on specification and availability

2

Documentation & Export Clearance

3–7 working days

3

Sea Freight Transit

14–20 days sea freight

4

Customs Clearance at Destination

3–10 working days depending on port and documentation

5

Total Estimated Process

6–10 weeks from order to delivery (subject to availability and customs)

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