How to Ship Cars & Auto Parts from the USA to DR Congo
Everything you need to send a car or auto parts from the USA to DR Congo — packing, customs, transit times and door-to-door delivery to Kinshasa, Lubumbashi, Goma.
Shipping a car or auto parts to DR Congo
Vehicles almost always travel by sea (container or RoRo) for the best value. Send us the make, model and year for an exact quote. For a car or auto parts, sea freight via Port of Matadi (~5–9 weeks) gives the best price-to-volume value. ShipHub picks up your shipment in all 50 states, handles export and customs, then delivers door-to-door in DR Congo, including Kinshasa, Lubumbashi, Goma.
How to prepare your shipment
Good packing protects your goods and lowers your cost.
- Provide the title, VIN and clear photos of the vehicle
- Drain fluids to a low level and leave roughly a quarter tank of fuel
- Remove or secure all loose personal items inside the vehicle
- Auto parts ship boxed or palletized by air or sea
Customs and delivery in DR Congo
Every shipment entering DR Congo clears customs (entry point: Port of Matadi). Duties depend on the type and declared value of the goods. We prepare the paperwork and handle final delivery to the receiver's address.
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Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to ship a car or auto parts to DR Congo?
By sea, expect around 5–9 weeks via Port of Matadi, depending on the sailing and consolidation schedule.
What's the best way to ship a car or auto parts?
Sea freight is usually the most economical for this kind of bulky shipment.
Do you handle customs in DR Congo?
Yes. We prepare export paperwork and handle customs clearance on arrival in DR Congo, then deliver door-to-door.
Ready to ship a car or auto parts to DR Congo?
Get a free quote — we handle pickup, customs and door-to-door delivery in DR Congo.