• Someone you can trust with your goods
• Someone you can build a working relationship with
• Someone that can handle it all
As one of Australia’s leading freight forwarders, we’re committed to providing ongoing support, strategy, and solutions to ensure we establish the best long term working relationship with our clients.
Our experienced network can take care of the full range of air freight and sea freight forwarding services that will make your life easier:
• Collection of cargo from the supplier
• International Freight to and from Australia
• Customs clearance at all ports within Australia
• Local transport from port to door via rail, truck or courier
• Track and trace for real time cargo location
• Warehousing and Distribution
• Cargo Insurance
• Export Air Cargo Clearance
• Export Sea Cargo Clearance
• Export Freight From Australia to anywhere in the world
At Willship, we look at all options to find you the best possible solution to move your goods. We will guide you through the process from start to finish, and offer up to date advice and recommendations to ensure the cargo is moved in the most effective and timely manner. We like to think of ourselves as logistics strategies first and foremost, freight forwarders second. We’re here to support you in running your business.
Willship’s vast freight forwarding network truly spans the globe. There are, however, certain destinations where the safety of goods, and agents cannot be guaranteed. We therefore will not risk your goods or our reputation by servicing these locations.
As for Australia and the rest of the world, we have daily contact with our worldwide team of over 125 experienced agents. They are there to determine the best possible rates and provide personalised service, offering proactive information and a wealth of experience.
Our aim is to build a long-standing relationship with our customers and help them build their businesses. We like to think ourselves as more than just freight forwarders, we feel that freight consultants or logistics strategists would be a more accurate description of what we do. We work out effective solutions for individuals, families, and business’s who are trying to navigate the complex world of international logistics. We look for ways we can make improvements in their current supply chains and we assist in cutting costs and lead times through effective freight management.
With offices in Australia and New Zealand, and a vast network of freight forwarding partners and agents all over the world, we can offer cargo services to and from China, Singapore, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, Malaysia, Indonesia, Italy, Spain, Poland, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland, Slovenia, Austria, Germany, France, England, Ireland, Scotland, USA, Canada and many more.
In a global business it’s all about the relationships you build. Our network of agents and service providers has been established over many years of mutual trust and co-operation.
In many parts of the world, strong relationships can mean preferential assistance. It’s good to know that, if required, we have the ability to call upon our contacts for the benefit of our customers.
Most plant materials can be imported as long as import conditions are met.
For some products, you may need to:
*Do note that some plants cannot be imported into Australia at all. Please contact us for further information if you are looking to import these products.
For more details, visit: https://www.agriculture.gov.au/import/goods/plant-products/how-to-import-plants
No, if you have an ABN (Australian Business Number), it will be used as an Identifier.
If you do not have an ABN, you will need to supply 100 points of identification.
You will then be allocated a CCID (Customs Client Identifier) which will be used to identify you as the importer.
The Customs Duty rate is determined by the tariff classification that covers the goods.
Without taking into account Free Trade Agreements, most goods attract 5% duty.
This is payable against the FOB (Free on Board) value of the goods.
FOB value is the cost of the goods plus any additional costs incurred in getting the goods ready for export and delivered to the export port.
If you buy goods on a FOB contract this price will be the Customs Value of the goods on Import.
Customs use their own rate of exchange on the day the goods were exported to convert foreign currency into Australian dollars for calculation of the Customs Value.
GST is payable on the CIF (Cost, Insurance and Freight) value plus any Customs duty payable, so this includes all costs in getting the goods to the port in Australia plus any duty payable.
Incoterms is an abbreviation for “International Commercial Terms’’ used to reduce confusion between buyers and sellers.
Most common Incoterms used today are:
EXW (Exworks) – when a seller makes a product available at a designated location, and the buyer of the product must cover the transport costs.
FOB (Free on Board) – indicates whether the seller or the buyer is liable for goods that are damaged or destroyed during shipping.
CFR ( Cost and Freight) – in a contract specifying that a sale is a cost and freight, the seller is required to arrange for the carriage of goods by sea to a port of destination and provide the buyer with the documents necessary to obtain them from the carrier.
CIF ( Cost Insurance and Freight) – an expense paid by a seller to cover the costs, insurance, and freight of a buyer’s order while it is in transit. The goods are exported to a port named in the sales contract
DDU (Delivered Duty Unpaid) – the seller is responsible for ensuring goods arrive safely to a destination; the buyer is responsible for import duties.
DDP (Delivered Duty Paid) – indicates that the seller must cover duties, import clearance, and any taxes.
HS code is short for the Harmonised Commodity Description and Coding System (HS code) of the tariff nomenclature.
The tariff nomenclature is an international standard system created by the World Customs Organisation for the classification of commodities. It is used by up to 200 Countries around the world.
The first 6 digits of the HS code are common throughout the countries that use the system, any numbers after the first 6 are for local use within that country.
Yes. you can start by getting an instant quote so that you have an idea of the process. Alternatively, give us a call at (61) 7 3267 3694 or email info@willship.com.au
We have moved tens of thousands of shipments in and out of Australia and all over the world. Our team has spent decades building long term successful relationships with our clients and fine tuning every aspect of our process to ensure our service offering is second to none. We are the international shipping partner you can depend on and our past and present clients can attest to our proven track record!
Outstanding customer service !
Fast reply’s to any questions and constant contact through the process.
No hidden costs or traps for the inexperienced.
If I need a service like this again I will be using Willship !!
Rachael Downs
Great company to deal with. Emails are responded quickly and I am kept on to date. No hidden charges.
Big ups to the team @willship
Doneel Maran
very professional company. I felt comfortable and supported throughout the process especially efficient during this difficult time. communication was excellent. Well done. I will certainly recommend you to others. Thank you.
Glenda Brown
Hi [name]
Thanks for the opportunity to be able to quote on the movement of your vehicle!.
You have two different options when shipping your vehicle. The first and most popular option is roll on, roll off... This is where the vehicle is driven aboard the vessel and lashed to the deck for its journey. This option is much cheaper, although you cannot put any personal belongings in with the vehicle.
The second option is to load and lash the vehicle inside its own 20ft container – when choosing this option you can fill the vehicle with any personal effects or parts you wish to ship across as well...
For info on each type of shipping, please check out our guide here.
Thanks for the opportunity to be able to quote on the movement of your vehicle.
You have three different options when shipping your vehicle. The first and most popular option is roll on, roll off... This is where the vehicle is driven aboard the vessel and lashed to the deck for its journey. This option is much cheaper, although you cannot put any personal belongings in with the vehicle.
The second option we can offer is a shared 40ft container, this option gives you the ability to load personal items, tools etc within the vehicle / tray and costs are much less than using a 20ft container by yourself.
Thirdly, we can load and lash the vehicle inside its own 20ft container – when choosing this option you can fill the vehicle and the surrounds of the container with any personal effects or parts you wish to ship across as well. Here is a link outlining the space inside a 20ft container for your reference - please check out our guide here.
I will quote you on all options below.
Thanks for the opportunity to be able to quote on the movement of your vehicle.
You have two different options when shipping your vehicle. The first and most popular option is roll on, roll off... This is where the vehicle is driven aboard the vessel and lashed to the deck for its journey. This option is much cheaper, although you cannot put any personal belongings in with the vehicle.
Secondly, we can load and lash the vehicle inside its own 20ft container – when choosing this option you can fill the vehicle and the surrounds of the container with any personal effects or parts you wish to ship across as well. Here is a link outlining the space inside a 20ft container for your reference - please check out our guide here.
I will quote you on all options below.
Thanks for the opportunity to be able to quote on the movement of your vehicle.
There are two different ways in which we can move your vehicle across to Ireland.
The cheapest option is via a ‘Roll on, Roll off’ service, where your vehicle is driven into one of the enclosed inner decks of the vessel and strapped to the ground for shipping, this method is the cheapest way of moving the vehicle across to Ireland however the downside is that you cannot send any personal items along with the vehicle. If you would like to learn more about how roll on, roll off shipping works then please check out the following article - click here
The second option is to load and lash the vehicle inside a 20ft container. This method is a little more expensive than Roll on, Roll off however you are able to fill the vehicle and the space around the container with some personal items. If you would like to get a better idea on the space available inside a 20ft container then please have a look at the following article - click here
Pricing and information on both options below.
Thanks for the opportunity to be able to quote on the movement of your vehicle.
There are two different ways in which we can move your vehicle across to Australia.
The cheapest option is via a ‘Roll on, Roll off’ service, where your vehicle is driven into one of the enclosed inner decks of the vessel and strapped to the ground for shipping, this method is the cheapest way of moving the vehicle across to Australia however the downside is that you cannot send any personal items along with the vehicle. If you would like to learn more about how roll on, roll off shipping works then please check out the following article - click here
The second option is to load and lash the vehicle inside a 20ft container. This method is a little more expensive than Roll on, Roll off however you are able to fill the vehicle and the space around the container with some personal items. If you would like to get a better idea on the space available inside a 20ft container then please have a look at the following article - Click Here
Pricing and information on both options below.
Thanks for the opportunity to be able to quote on the movement of your large vehicle.
Large vehicles are shipped across to NZ via purpose built Roll on, Roll off (RoRo) vessels. The vehicle is driven aboard the vessel into one of the many decks and is lashed to the ground to ensure it remains secure for its journey. If you would like to learn more about this method shipping or see what the inside of one of these vessels looks like then please - click here.
Of course it will also need to be as clean as possible to give it its best shot as passing its initial quarantine inspection on the port.
If you have any questions about the process we publish a wealth of information on the News section of our website Click here to learn more.
Thanks for the opportunity to be able to quote on the movement of your motorcycle.
In the same way as the majority cars are transported around the world, motorcycles can also be shipped on a select number of RoRo vessels that run between Australia and New Zealand.
Motorcycles shipped in this manner are simply ridden on to the vessel and lashed to the deck in an area on the vessel designated specifically for motorcycles. All motorcycles shipped via RoRo are lashed to the floor in one of the many fully enclosed decks to ensure the bike remains protected from the elements during shipment. <
If you would like to see what the inside of a RoRo vessel looks like, please have a look at the following article - Roll on Roll off Shipping.
If you are happy with the quote and want to proceed, your first step will be to select a suitable sailing. The current Australia to New Zealand Sailing Schedule can be viewed by clicking on the following link – Roll on Roll off Shipping Schedule .
PLEASE NOTE: Motorcycle can ONLY be accepted on Trans Future vessels.
Thanks for the opportunity to be able to quote on the movement of your motorcycle.
We can offer two different shipping methods to Auckland.
Firstly, In the same way as the majority cars are transported around the world, motorcycles can also be shipped on a select number of RoRo vessels that run between Australia and New Zealand.
Motorcycles shipped in this manner are simply ridden on to the vessel and lashed to the deck in an area on the vessel designated specifically for motorcycles. All motorcycles shipped via RoRo are lashed to the floor in one of the many fully enclosed decks to ensure the bike remains protected from the elements during shipment.
If you would like to see what the inside of a RoRo vessel looks like, please have a look at the following article - Roll on, Roll off Shipping.
Secondly, we can also offer to pack and lash the bike inside one of our ‘shared’ containers that we move across to Auckland roughly once a week. This method of shipping means that no one will ride your bike throughout the shipping process, and we can even ship non running bikes. This method is slightly cheaper however costs are based on you dropping to our depot, and collecting at the other end, you will also need to be a little more flexible with timing if you wish to ship inside a shared container.
Thanks for the opportunity to be able to quote on the movement of your motorcycle.
Willship have been working hard to be able to offer a motorcycle service ex Western Australia that does not involve having to crate motorcycles.
We are now able to offer a ‘shared container’ service in which we can pack and lash the bike inside one of our shared vehicle containers that we move across to Auckland roughly once a fortnight. This method of shipping means that no one will ride your bike throughout the shipping process, and we can even ship non running bikes.
Thanks for your enquiry.
The only way we can get a motorcycle to the UK is inside of a shared shipping container. This means we will load your motorcycle into a 40ft shipping container alongside other people’s cars and bikes.
Each container is moved through to Southampton port and then cargo is unpacked at a depot in Rainham in the UK.
You’ll just need to drop your bike off to our warehouse and we will make arrangements for it to be loaded into the next container going to the UK.
Thanks for the opportunity to be able to quote on the movement of your Trailer Boat.
Trailer Boats are shipped across to NZ via purpose built Roll on, Roll off (RoRo) vessels. The unit is towed aboard the vessel into one of the many decks and is lashed to the ground to ensure it remains secure for its journey. If you would like to learn more about this method shipping or see what the inside of one of these vessels looks like then please - click here.
You are welcome to leave any goods inside the vessel that would be considered part of everyday use. Things like life jackets etc can remain with the boat. Aside from this it will need to be completely empty, you also can not add additional personal effects such as suitcases of clothes or books etc
Of course it will also need to be as clean as possible to give it its best shot as passing its initial quarantine inspection on the port.
If you have any questions about the process we publish a wealth of information on the News section of our website Click here to learn more.
Thanks for the opportunity to be able to quote on the movement of your Camper Trailer / Caravan.
Camper Trailers / Caravans are shipped across to NZ via purpose built Roll on, Roll off (RoRo) vessels. The unit is towed aboard the vessel into one of the many decks and is lashed to the ground to ensure it remains secure for its journey. If you would like to learn more about this method shipping or see what the inside of one of these vessels looks like then please - click here.
You are welcome to leave any goods inside the Caravan / Camper Trailer that would be considered part of the unit during everyday use. So your cutlery, bedding and general everyday items are all OK to be left in there. You will however need to remove any food items and any gas bottles from the Camper Trailer / Caravan prior to shipping. You also can not add additional personal effects such as suitcases of clothes or books etc
Of course it will also need to be as clean as possible to give it its best shot as passing its initial quarantine inspection on the port.
If you have any questions about the process we publish a wealth of information on the News section of our website Click here to learn more.
Thanks for the opportunity to be able to quote on the movement of your Motorhome.
Motorhomes are shipped across to NZ via purpose built Roll on, Roll off (RoRo) vessels. The vehicle is driven aboard the vessel into one of the many decks and is lashed to the ground to ensure it remains secure for its journey. If you would like to learn more about this method shipping or see what the inside of one of these vessels looks like then please - click here.
You are welcome to leave any goods inside the motorhome that would be considered part of the motorhome during everyday use. So your cutlery, bedding and general everyday items are all OK to be left in there. You will however need to remove any food items and any gas bottles from the motorhome prior to shipping. You also can not add additional personal effects such as suitcases of clothes or books etc..
Of course it will also need to be as clean as possible to give it its best shot as passing its initial quarantine inspection on the port.
If you have any questions about the process we publish a wealth of information on the News section of our website Click here to learn more.
Transit time:
Approx 0 days on the water, sailings are weekly.
Inclusions:
All Australian Local charges, export documentation, Ocean Freight, NZ and AUS port charges, full customs and quarantine clearance, NZ border exam charges and local delivery within 20km radius of port
Inclusions:
Collection of the vehicle from the metro area via a security cleared tow truck, all Australian Local charges, export documentation, Ocean Freight, NZ and AUS port charges, full customs and quarantine clearance, NZ Border exam charges, you can then collect all cargo from our depot.
Inclusions:
Collection from the vehicle from the Auckland metro area via a security cleared tow truck, All New Zealand Local charges, export documentation, Ocean Freight, NZ and UK port charges, full customs and quarantine clearance.The vehicle can then be collected from Southampton port.
Inclusions:
All Australian Local charges, container cartage and packing and necessary lashing equipment, export documentation, Ocean Freight, NZ and AUS port charges, full customs and quarantine clearance, NZ Border exam charges, you can then collect all cargo from our depot in Auckland.
*This price is based on you delivering the bike to our container packing depot. We can also assist with collection if need be although will need to know the pickup location in order to provide you with a quote.
Inclusions:
All Australian Local charges, container cartage, packing and necessary lashing equipment, export documentation, Ocean Freight, Australian and UK port charges, full UK customs and quarantine clearance. The bike can then be collected from our Rainham facility.
Exclusions:
Cleaning costs if bike fails initial inspection, ALL duties, taxes, VAT and Government charges if applicable, motorcycle registration and compliance. Transit Insurance (info on this below)
Transit time:
Approx. 0 days once the loaded container is on the water, we need to wait for enough cargo to fill the container prior to shipping however so the time from drop off of the bike until shipping can vary, generally we move a couple of containers a month over to the UK so the wait is generally not too long.
Exclusions:
Cleaning costs if vehicle fails initial inspection (give your vehicle the best chance of passing its inspection by following this guide), ALL duties, taxes, VAT and Government charges if applicable, vehicle registration and compliance.
Exclusions:
*The closest Roll on, Roll off Port to Sydney is Port Kembla, around 100km south. This price is based on you delivering the vehicle yourself to Port Kembla during the Vessel Receival period, if you do not hold a current MSIC (Maritime Security Identification Card) then you will need to pay a $50 escort fee directly to the port. Alternatively, we can collect from the Sydney Metro area via a security cleared tow truck and deliver to the port for AUD 400.00
*Price is based on you delivering to our nominated New Zealand based port/packing Depot. Additional charges for quarantine decontamination are common at destination so please ensure you vehicle is clean and free from pests before shipping to ensure the best chance of passing bio-security inspection in Australia and avoiding expensive additional fees, unfortunately there is now way to guarantee your vehicle will pass.
Transit time:
Approx 0 days on the water, sailings are weekly. Please click here to view the current Roll on, roll off sailing schedule. – Roll on Roll off Shipping Schedule. PLEASE NOTE: Motorcycle can ONLY be accepted on Trans Future vessels.
Inclusions:
All Australian Local charges, export documentation, Ocean Freight, NZ and AUS port charges, full customs and quarantine clearance, NZ Border exam charges, you can then collect all cargo from our depot.
Inclusions:
All Australian Local charges, export documentation, Ocean Freight, NZ and AUS port charges, full customs and Quarantine clearance, NZ border exam charges and local delivery within 20km radius of port.
Exclusions:
*The closest Roll on, Roll off Port to Sydney is Port Kembla, around 100km south. This price is based on you delivering the vehicle yourself to Port Kembla during the Vessel Receival period, if you do not hold a current MSIC (Maritime Security Identification Card) then you will need to pay a $50 escort fee directly to the port. Alternatively, we can collect from the Sydney Metro area via a security cleared tow truck and deliver to the port for AUD 400.00
Transit time:
Approx 0 days on the water, with this option we need to wait until we have enough cargo to load the container, the bike will be packed along with our cars and we send containers almost every week so the wait will not generally be more than a week or two before we can get the bike on it’s way.
Inclusions:
All Australian Local charges, container cartage and packing and necessary lashing equipment, export documentation, Ocean Freight, NZ and AUS port charges, full customs and quarantine clearance, NZ Border exam charges, you can then collect all cargo from our depot in Auckland.
Exclusions:
*The closest Roll on, Roll off Port to Sydney is Port Kembla, around 100km south. This price is based on you delivering the vehicle yourself to Port Kembla during the Vessel Receival period, if you do not hold a current MSIC (Maritime Security Identification Card) then you will need to pay a $50 escort fee directly to the port. Alternatively, we can collect from the Sydney Metro area via a security cleared tow truck and deliver to the port for AUD 400.00
Transit time:
Approx 0 days on the water
The vessel travels to Japan before heading to Australia, hence the long transit) We can also offer a much faster 5 day direct sailing between Auckland and Brisbane for an additional $500.00 with the same inclusions / exclusions as outlined below.
The vessel travels to Japan before heading to Australia, hence the long transit) We can also offer a much faster 5 day direct sailing between Auckland and Brisbane for an additional $525.00 with the same inclusions / exclusions as outlined below.
Inclusions:
Collection of the vehicle from the Brisbane, Australia metro area via a security cleared tow truck, all Australian Local charges, export documentation, Ocean Freight, NZ and AUS port charges, full customs and quarantine clearance, NZ Border exam charges and local delivery within 20km radius of port.
Inclusions:
All Australian Local charges, export documentation, Ocean Freight, NZ and AUS port charges, full customs and quarantine clearance, NZ border exam charges and local delivery within 20km radius of port.
Inclusions:
All Australian Local charges, export documentation, Ocean Freight, Australian and Irish port charges, full customs clearance. The vehicle can then be collected from Dublin port.
Inclusions:
Collection from the Metro Brisbane area via a security cleared tow truck and delivery into the port. All Australian Local charges, export documentation, Ocean Freight, Australian and Irish port charges, full customs clearance. The vehicle can then be collected from Dublin port.
Inclusions:
Collection of the vehicle via a security cleared tow truck from the metro Melbourne area during the vessel’s receival period. All Australian Local charges, export documentation, Ocean Freight, Australian and Irish port charges, full customs clearance. The vehicle can then be collected from Dublin port.
Inclusions:
Collection of the vehicle via a security cleared tow truck from the metro Perth area during the vessel’s receival period. All Australian Local charges, export documentation, Ocean Freight, Australian and Irish port charges, full customs clearance. The vehicle can then be collected from Dublin port.
Inclusions:
All Australian Local charges, export documentation, Ocean Freight, AUS and UK port charges, full customs and quarantine clearance. The vehicle can then be collected from Southampton port.
Exclusions:
Cleaning costs if vehicle fails initial inspection (give your vehicle the best chance of passing its inspection by following this guide), ALL duties, taxes, VAT and Government charges if applicable, vehicle registration and compliance.
Exclusions:
Exclusions:
Customs duty, VAT, quarantine requirements and Government charges if applicable, VRT, vehicle registration and compliance. Transit Insurance (info on this below)
*The closest Roll on, Roll off Port to Sydney is Port Kembla, around 100km south. This price is based on you delivering the vehicle yourself to Port Kembla during the Vessel Receival period, if you do not hold a current MSIC (Maritime Security Identification Card) then you will need to pay a $50 escort fee directly to the port. Alternatively, we can collect from the Sydney Metro area via a security cleared tow truck and deliver to the port for AUD 400.00
*The Closest Roll, Roll off port to Sydney is Port Kembla (around 100km South) – This price is based on you delivering the vehicle into the port yourself during the vessels receival period. If you do not hold a current MSIC card then you will need to pay an escort fee of AUD 50.00 directly to the terminal and sit through a brief induction in order to be able to drop the vehicle off.
*This price is based on you delivering the vehicle and household items to our depot.
Inclusions:
All New Zealand Local charges, Container cartage and packing, export documentation, Ocean Freight, NZ and UK port charges, full customs and quarantine clearance. The vehicle can then be collected from Southampton port.
Exclusions:
Cleaning costs if vehicle fails initial inspection, ALL duties, taxes, VAT and Government charges if applicable, vehicle registration and compliance. Transit Insurance (info on this below)
*This price is based on you delivering the vehicle and household items to our Auckland depot.
Inclusions:
All New Zealand Local charges, export documentation, Ocean Freight, Australian and New Zealand port charges, full customs clearance. The vehicle can then be collected from the port or delivered for an additional fee depending on your location.
Exclusions:
Customs duty, GST, quarantine requirements and Government charges if applicable, vehicle compliance and registration, Transit Insurance (info on these below)
*Price based on you delivering the vehicle into departure port during the vessel’s receival period.
Transit time:
Approx 0 days on the water, sailings are weekly.
Inclusions:
All Australian Local charges, container cartage and packing and necessary lashing equipment, export documentation, Ocean Freight, NZ and AUS port charges, full customs and quarantine clearance, NZ Border exam charges, you can then collect all cargo from our depot..
Exclusions:
Inclusions:
All Australian Local charges, container cartage, packing and
necessary lashing equipment, export documentation, Ocean Freight, Australian and UK port charges, full UK customs and quarantine clearance. The vehicle and goods could then be collected from a depot nearby to Southampton Port.
Exclusions:
Cleaning costs if vehicle fails initial inspection, ALL duties, taxes, VAT and Government charges if applicable, vehicle registration and compliance. Transit Insurance (info on this below)
Inclusions:
All Australian Local charges, container cartage, packing and lashing equipment, export documentation, Ocean Freight, Australian and Irish port charges, full customs clearance. The vehicle can then be collected from our agent’s depot.
Exclusions:
Customs duty, VAT, quarantine requirements and Government charges if applicable, VRT, vehicle registration and compliance. Transit Insurance (info on this below)
*This price is based on you delivering the vehicle and household items to our depot.
**Price based on you dropping the vehicle to our nominated packing depot.
Inclusions:
All New Zealand Local charges, export documentation, Ocean Freight, Australian and New Zealand port charges, full customs clearance. The vehicle can then be collected from our depot in Australia port or delivered for an additional fee depending on your location.
Exclusions:
Customs duty, GST, quarantine requirements and Government charges if applicable, vehicle compliance and registration, Transit Insurance (info on these below)
Transit time:
Approx 0 days on the water, with this option we need to wait until we have another vehicle to share this container with your vehicle, we do however move a lot of vehicles over to New Zealand so you should not be waiting more than around a week before we can get your shipment on the way.
Inclusions:
All Australian Local charges, container cartage and packing and necessary lashing equipment, export documentation, Ocean Freight, NZ and AUS port charges, full customs and quarantine clearance, NZ Border exam charges, you can then collect all cargo from our depot in Auckland.
Exclusions:
IMPORTANT : All cargo shipped along with a vehicle in this method MUST be contained inside the vehicle itself, or the boundaries of the tray if you own a ute. If you have cargo in addition to this we may still be able to include it however it will incur an additional charge of AUD 150.00 per cubic metre to cover the additional handling and inspection costs.
*This price is based on you delivering the vehicle and household items to our depot.
Approx. 44 days on the water, sailings are weekly.
Inclusions:
All Australian Local charges, container cartage, packing and
necessary lashing equipment, export documentation, Ocean Freight, Australian and UK port charges, full UK customs and quarantine clearance. The vehicle and goods could then be collected from a depot nearby to Southampton Port.
Exclusions:
Cleaning costs if vehicle fails initial inspection (Give your vehicle the best chance of passing its inspection by following this guide), ALL duties, taxes, VAT and Government charges if applicable, vehicle registration and compliance. Transit Insurance (info on this below)
*TESTTESTThis price is based on you delivering the vehicle and household items to our depot. We can also assist with collection if need be although will need to discuss your requirements in order to quote you.
If you do not meet the above criteria then please contact us and we can provide you with more info on the local taxes.
We have a great set up between Australia and NZ and many people are eligible for GST exemption, meaning you pay NO taxes on import. In general if you meet below criteria you will be successful in exemption.
...and you must provide the following documents:
If you do not meet the above criteria then please contact us and we can provide you with more info on the local taxes.
In order for us to export your vehicle to Australia from New Zealand you will need to obtain a Vehicle Import Approval or VIA, Please visit https://infrastructure.gov.au/vehicles/imports/ and follow the instructions on applying for a VIA there is a AUD $50.00 fee for this approval process, Once you have your VIA we can book a sailing for you.
If you do not meet the above criteria then please contact us and we can provide you with more info on the local taxes.
Australia has comprehensive laws to control the importation of vehicles that may contain Asbestos. This is more of a worry for older cars most modern cars do not have any Asbestos in the brake pads or Gasket seals however we require a declaration from you that there is not Asbestos in your vehicle.
Once the vehicle has cleared customs, it will need to undergo compliance and registration for use on NZ roads. This is a fairly simple process that we have outlined it in this article.
There are many different compliance depots in Auckland, your best bet is to simply google ‘Vehicle Compliance ’ and find one nearby to your final destination so it’s easy for you to collect the vehicle upon completion.
Cost is generally around AUD 450.00 + GST for a standard Australian vehicle as long as no work is needed, this would be payable directly to your chosen compliance depot.
The compliance depot will then issue you with a ‘certificate of compliance’ and a ‘warrant of fitness’ and from there your final step is to head to a NZTA branch where you be able to register the vehicle, obtain your number plates and then you can head back to the compliance depot, they can assist in attaching the plates for you and then you drive away all done and dusted.
Registration costs vary depending on the age and model of the vehicle, but general range between AUD 135.00 and AUD 190.00.
You will also need to double check with the compliance depot that your vehicle will meet NZ emissions standards, further information on this on the following link –
Class and Standards
Note: You should do this BEFORE you ship your vehicle, in the rare case that you don’t meet emissions exemptions criteria, or your vehicle does NOT meet emissions exemptions criteria, or your vehicle does NOT meet emissions standards, you will not be able to register the vehicle in NZ so best to always check first.
The Vehicles will need to undergo both Compliance and a Warrant of Fitness in order for it to be registered for use on NZ roads. You will need to check with a NZ compliance facility BEFORE shipping your vehicles to ensure it meets emission and frontal impact standards.
A simple google search (vehicles Compliance ) will provide you with options for companies who are able to perform this work.
We can deliver the vehicle directly into your chosen compliance depot once its cleared from the port, this is all included in your quote.
Once the motorcycle has been cleared through both NZ customs and quarantine, it will need to be complied and registered for use on NZ roads. You will need to contact a motorcycle compliance facility to obtain an estimate of these costs.As long as the compliance facility is within a 30km radius of the port then we will deliver the motorcycle there for you, all included in your quote. If choosing to ship via RoRo then delivery to the compliance facility is included in your quote as long as the compliance facility is within a 30km radius of the port. If shipping via the shared container method, then delivery is not included, however we can assist in moving the bike for you for an additional cost if you wishWe are able to assist with movement and delivery of the bike to your chosen compliance facility for an additional cost if you wish.
If the bike is more than 10 years old, it will simply need to pass an MOT and it can be registered and driven on UK roads
If the bike is less than 10 years old, then it will need an MSVA prior to being registered in the UK for the first time. Modifications that might be necessary include:
If you would like more information on getting your bike on the road in the UK you can check out this link -https://www.gov.uk/vehicle-approval/motorcycle-single-vehicle-approval
Boats do not require any form of registration in NZ, however the trailer will need to pass a warrant of fitness in order for it to be registered for use on NZ roads.
A simple google search (Trailer Compliance ) will provide you with options for companies who are able to perform this work.
We can deliver the Trailer Boat directly into your chosen workshop once its cleared from the port, this is all included in your quote.
Further information on the following link - https://www.nzta.govt.nz/vehicles/vehicle-types/motorhomes-caravans-light-trailers/
Caravans and Camper Trailers don’t require any formal compliance in order to be registered in NZ. They do however require a warrant of fitness. There are many facilities in ( ) who can complete a warrant of fitness on your Caravan or Camper Trailer. A simple google search will turn up a range of options. Once you have your warrant of fitness you can register the unit and it can be freely used on NZ roads.
We can deliver the caravan / camper trailer directly into your chosen workshop once its cleared from the port. As long as the workshop is within 30km from the port this is included in your quote.
Further information on the following link - https://www.nzta.govt.nz/vehicles/vehicle-types/motorhomes-caravans-light-trailers/
Motorhomes need to undergo both Compliance and a Warrant of Fitness in order for them to be registered for use on NZ roads. You will need to check with a NZ compliance facility BEFORE shipping your motorhome to ensure it meeds emission and frontal impact standards.
A simple google search (Motorhome Compliance ) will provide you with options for companies who are able to perform this work.
We can deliver the motorhome directly into your chosen compliance depot once its cleared from the port, this is all included in your quote.
Further information on the following link - https://www.nzta.govt.nz/vehicles/vehicle-types/motorhomes-caravans-light-trailers/
If the vehicle is more than 10 years old, no compliance work is necessary, the vehicle simply needs to pass an MOT test and then you can register and drive the vehicle.
If the vehicle is less than 10 years old, then it will need to undergo full compliance, this generally totals around GBP 1260.00 including 12 months UK registration, This price includes transport costs ex Southampton port to our recommended compliance depot in Milton Keynes although excludes any repair or modification charges necessary to pass the IVA compliance test.
Most vehicles from Australia are compliant, other than we usually have to:
1) Fit a replacement speedometer face indicating MPH (Miles per Hour) - Pricing varies between around 75.00 and 325.00 GBP.
2) Fit a rear fog-light to the UK off-side, approximately 155.00 GBP if required.
3) Remove any window tint on the driver and front passenger windows and the windscreen, around 85.00 GBP if required.
4) Remove and replace any bull-bars or tow-bar, Pricing depend on the labour time.
It's always difficult to provide exact pricing on compliance as every make and model varies but the above price will provide a good guideline, if you would like firm pricing based on your vehicle specifics please just contact us and we can quote you accordingly
If Milton Keynes is a bit far out of the way you are welcome to use any other compliance facility in the UK, you are under no obligation to use our compliance service. Simply let us know who you want to use and we will work with them directly to move your vehicle there once its cleared through UK customs.
We work with an excellent team in the UK for both customs clearance and compliance, we would be happy to put you in touch with them directly if you have any questions regarding the clearance process for either option.
Once the vehicle has cleared customs, it will need to undergo compliance and registration for use on NZ roads.
Willship can handle the basic compliance process for you for AUD 450.00
This cost covers all the relevant compliance checks and documentation required in order to register the vehicle in NZ.
If the vehicle is not up to NZ standards then our workshop has the ability to complete the repairs / work required to get it up to standard and they will bill you the low cost of only NZD 80.00 + GST per hour plus parts to complete the relevant work if need be.
The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) require the following documentation to enable us to comply your vehicle. Please note the documents differ depending on the age of the vehicle. Vehicle’s that have had modifications or repairs carried out may also require additional certification.
Vehicles between 1999 and 2010The vast majority of vehicle’s in this age bracket do not meet NZ’s Euro 4 Emissions or Frontal Impact Standards, however if you have owned and used the vehicle for in excess of 12 months in Australia, and have lived outside NZ for more than 21 months then you are able to claim the ‘Immigrants Exemption’ which we can apply for on your behalf – There is an additional cost of AUD 200.00 if we need to go down this path, and we will used various documentation to prove to the NZTA that you meet the above mentioned exemption criteria.
Vehicles between 2011 and 2019
*If you cannot obtain a hardcopy original registration certificate from the relevant state transport authority, then you will need to get a copy stamped and signed off by the Australian Transport Department in order for it to be accepted by the NZTA.
Please note that ALL vehicles require an ADR Plate to be adhered to the vehicle.
Our compliance facility is located in Sockburn in Christchurch, if you hold a NZ Drivers Licence they can register the vehicle for you, if not, there is an NZTA just down the road and they can either drop you down once the vehicle is ready to go so you can register it yourself, or they can put a dealer plate on your car to allow you to drive it there legally in order to get it registered.
The timeframe for vehicle compliance is around 2 working days from when it’s delivered from the port into the compliance facility.
Registration costs in NZ are also much cheaper than Australia, generally between NZD 130.00 and NZD 200.00 depending on the specifics of the vehicle.
Once the vehicle has cleared customs, it will need to undergo compliance and registration for use on NZ roads.
Willship can handle the basic compliance process for you for AUD 450.00
This cost covers all the relevant compliance checks and documentation required in order to register the vehicle in NZ.
If the vehicle is not up to NZ standards then our workshop has the ability to complete the repairs / work required to get it up to standard and they will bill you the low cost of only NZD 80.00 + GST per hour plus parts to complete the relevant work if need be.
The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) require the following documentation to enable us to comply your vehicle. Please note the documents differ depending on the age of the vehicle. Vehicle’s that have had modifications or repairs carried out may also require additional certification.
Vehicles between 1999 and 2010
The vast majority of vehicles in this age bracket do not meet NZ’s Euro 4 Emissions or Frontal Impact Standards, however if you have owned and used the vehicle for in excess of 12 months in Australia, and have lived outside NZ for more than 21 months then you are able to claim the ‘Immigrants Exemption’ which we can apply for on your behalf – There is an additional cost of AUD 200.00 if we need to go down this path, and we will used various documentation to prove to the NZTA that you meet the above mentioned exemption criteria.
Vehicles between 2011 and 2019
*If you cannot obtain a hardcopy original registration certificate from the relevant state transport authority, then you will need to get a copy stamped and signed off by the Australian Transport Department in order for it to be accepted by the NZTA.
Please note that ALL vehicles require an ADR Plate to be adhered to the vehicle.
Our compliance facility is located in Penrose in Auckland, if you hold a NZ Drivers Licence they can register the vehicle for you, if not, there is an NZTA just down the road and they can either drop you down once the vehicle is ready to go so you can register it yourself, or they can put a dealer plate on your car to allow you to drive it there legally in order to get it registered.
The timeframe for vehicle compliance is around 2 working days from when it’s delivered from the port into the compliance facility.
Registration costs in NZ are also much cheaper than Australia, generally between NZD 130.00 and NZD 200.00 depending on the specifics of the vehicle.
You must make an appointment with NCT within 7 days of bringing a foreign vehicle into Ireland, and register it within 30 days to avoid additional charges. You will need to pay VRT, get a registration number for your vehicle, and pay the motor tax before you can drive the vehicle in Ireland. More information on this process and the requirements can be found at this link - https://www.revenue.ie/en/importing-vehicles-duty-free-allowances/guide-to-vrt/vehicle-registration-tax/index.aspx
If you are transferring your residence to Ireland permanently then you might be eligible for VRT relief. You will need to meet the following criteria to be granted relief:
Your vehicle will need to meet the following criteria:
You will also have to provide a document that shows your vehicle's emissions to the NCT or they will not allow you to register it in Ireland.
It’s always important to know exactly what you’re up for financially for an international vehicle movement. Here is a quick checklist covering each step, adding these up with give you your absolute total for the move.
***Quotation based on the information provided, if anything differs from the original information provided then the pricing may change. If shipping via roll on, roll off the vehicle will need to be fully operational (it runs and drives properly, the hand brake works correctly etc), if the vehicle is not drivable, then lashing it inside a 20ft container is our only option***
I hope this has been helpful, feel free to give us a call if you have any further questions.
WILLSHIP GUARANTEE – If you happen to find a cheaper quote elsewhere, please let us know and we guarantee to beat it!
It’s always important to know exactly what you’re up for financially for an international vehicle movement. Here is a quick checklist covering each step, adding these up with give you your absolute total for the move.
***Quotation based on the information provided, if anything differs from the original information provided then the pricing may change. If shipping via roll on, roll off the vehicle will need to be fully operational (it runs and drives properly, the hand brake works correctly etc), if the vehicle is not drivable, then lashing it inside a 20ft container or shared 40ft container is our only option***
Cleaning and preparation of cargo for export - It's important that you take the time to clean your vehicle as much as possible before handing it over for shipment. New Zealand is a beautiful country with some of the most amazing native plants and wildlife anywhere in the world.
The NZ government is doing all they can to ensure the environment is protected from foreign pest and diseases. This means that the Ministry for Primary Industries (NZ Quarantine / Bio-security) is quite strict and thorough when it comes to inspecting imported cargo. We see that around 40-50% of cargo fails the initial quarantine inspection on the border and requires some form of cleaning / treatment. Please keep this in mind when you're preparing your cargo for export.
On arrival, the vehicle will be driven over a ramp and a NZ quarantine officer will inspect all areas of the vehicle from top to bottom to ensure that there is nothing harmful that could potentially damage the NZ environment. NZ Quarantine officers are on the look out for anything biological. This includes grass, seeds, plant material, bugs, mud etc etc. When you are cleaning your vehicle, we recommend you using a high pressure hose and focus on cleaning through that you can see and your hand could reach including wheel arches and spare gadgets. It's a quarantine officer's job to try and find out the dirt and dust sort of thing. So, you should put yourself in their shoes when cleaning over your vehicle and make sure you can't see anything odd anywhere on the vehicle. Thinking like a quarantine officer is your best shot at passing the initial inspection.
If the vehicle fails and requires cleaning or treatment, this will take place on the port. The vehicle will not be released into NZ until it's been re-inspected and cleared for entry by a quarantine officer. If this happens, there will be various additional charges depending on what is ordered (Eg: Internal vacuum / under body wash etc). We don't like having to pass on extra charges, doing extra paperwork, and delaying the release of a vehicle as much as you don't like having to pay for these costs. So it's best for all of us if your vehicle is as much clean as possible prior to shipment.
These strict bio-security laws are in place for a great reason, If your vehicle fail its inspection and if you do have to pay some cleaning / treatment charges, please remember that, by doing so, you're playing your part to protect the future of New Zealand's environment and economy.
I hope this has been helpful, feel free to give us a call if you have any further questions.
WILLSHIP GUARANTEE – If you happen to find a cheaper quote elsewhere, please let us know and we guarantee to beat it!
It’s always important to know exactly what you’re up for financially for an international vehicle movement. Here is a quick checklist covering each step, adding these up with give you your absolute total for the move.
***Quotation based on the information provided, if anything differs from the original information provided then the pricing may change***
We hope this has been helpful, feel free to give us a call if you have any further questions.
WILLSHIP GUARANTEE – If you happen to find a cheaper quote elsewhere, please let us know and we guarantee to beat it!
We have a great set up between Australia and the UK and many people are eligible for duty and VAT exemption, meaning you pay NO taxes on import. In general if you meet below criteria you will be successful in exemption
If you do not meet the above criteria then please contact us and we can provide you with more info on the local taxes.
If the vehicle is more than 10 years old, no compliance work is necessary, the vehicle simply needs to pass an MOT test and then you can register and drive the vehicle.
If the vehicle is less than 10 years old, then it will need to undergo full compliance, this generally totals around GBP 1260.00 including 12 months UK registration, This price includes transport costs ex Southampton port to our recommended compliance depot in Milton Keynes although excludes any repair or modification charges necessary to pass the IVA compliance test.
Most vehicles from Australia are compliant, other than we usually have to:
1) Fit a replacement speedometer face indicating MPH (Miles per Hour) - Pricing varies between around 75.00 and 325.00 GBP.
2) Fit a rear fog-light to the UK off-side, approximately 155.00 GBP if required.
3) Remove any window tint on the driver and front passenger windows and the windscreen, around 85.00 GBP if required.
4) Remove and replace any bull-bars or tow-bar, Pricing depend on the labour time.
It's always difficult to provide exact pricing on compliance as every make and model varies but the above price will provide a good guideline, if you would like firm pricing based on your vehicle specifics please just contact us and we can quote you accordingly
If Milton Keynes is a bit far out of the way you are welcome to use any other compliance facility in the UK, you are under no obligation to use our compliance service. Simply let us know who you want to use and we will work with them directly to move your vehicle there once its cleared through UK customs.
We work with an excellent team in the UK for both customs clearance and compliance, we would be happy to put you in touch with them directly if you have any questions regarding the clearance process for either option.
***Quotation based on the information provided, if anything differs from the original information
provided then the pricing may change. If shipping via roll on, roll off the vehicle will need to be fully operational (it runs and drives properly, the hand brake works correctly etc), if the vehicle is not drivable, then lashing it inside a 20ft container is our only option***
We hope this has been helpful, please feel free to give us a call if you have any further or want to discuss any aspect of the shipping process.
