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Export Cars
to Dominica

UK Car Source provides professional vehicle export services to Dominica 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 Dominica

Dominica accepts both right-hand drive and left-hand drive vehicles, with imports managed through the Customs and Excise Division. Most passenger vehicles are subject to age restrictions and duty calculations based on CIF value.

UK Car Source manages the entire export process including vehicle sourcing, pre-export inspection, documentation preparation, sea freight booking and ongoing shipment support.

Import Rules

Drive ConfigurationRight-hand drive accepted. Left-hand drive permitted.
Vehicle Age LimitGenerally up to 4 years from manufacture for duty concessions. Older vehicles accepted subject to increased duties.
ConditionClean, roadworthy condition required. Pre-export inspection recommended.
Customs AuthorityDominica Customs & Excise Division
Duty & VATImport duty and consumption tax applicable. Calculated on CIF value. Rates vary by vehicle type.
StandardsNo specific emissions standards applied at present, though UK-compliant vehicles are generally accepted.

Import regulations are subject to change. We recommend confirming current requirements with Dominica Customs prior to shipment.

Major Ports

Roseau — Principal deep-water port and main entry point for vehicle imports
Portsmouth — Secondary port, suitable for smaller vessel arrivals

Shipping Options

RoRo Shipping

Roll-on Roll-off service via Caribbean transshipment ports. Cost-effective for most passenger vehicles.

Container Shipping

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

Air Freight

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

Transit via Caribbean Hub

Many Caribbean island shipments route via Trinidad, Barbados or Martinique transshipment hubs.

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 (RoRo / Container)

Approximately 14–21 days transit to Caribbean

4

Customs Clearance at Destination

3–10 working days depending on port congestion and documentation

5

Total Estimated Process

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

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