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Export Cars
to Thailand

UK Car Export provides professional vehicle export services to Thailand 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 Thailand

Thailand operates one of South East Asia's most active automotive markets. While domestic manufacturing is strong, there is demand for specialist, prestige and performance vehicles not available locally. Right-hand drive vehicles are required.

UK Car Source provides export services to Thailand for premium and specialist vehicles, managing UK documentation, type approval guidance and sea freight to Laem Chabang port.

Import Rules

Drive ConfigurationRight-hand drive required.
Vehicle Age LimitNo strict national age limit for standard imports. Older vehicles may face higher scrutiny.
ConditionRoadworthy condition. Thai customs inspection required.
Customs AuthorityThai Customs Department
Duty & VATImport duty (80% on CIF value for passenger cars), excise tax (up to 50%) and VAT (7%). Total effective duty is very high.
StandardsThai Industrial Standards (TIS) compliance required. Type approval documentation needed.

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

Major Ports

Laem Chabang Port — Thailand's primary deep-water port and main vehicle import hub near Bangkok.
Bangkok Port (Khlong Toei) — Secondary port within Bangkok, used for some vehicle and cargo imports.

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 high-value shipments.

Inland / Transit Routing

For landlocked destinations — coordinated road transport from transit ports.

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

22–30 days sea freight

4

Customs Clearance at Destination

3–14 working days depending on port, standards approval and documentation

5

Total Estimated Process

7–13 weeks from order to delivery (subject to availability, compliance and customs)

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