{"id":1298,"date":"2020-03-12T12:06:24","date_gmt":"2020-03-12T19:06:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.easyhaul.com\/blog\/?p=1298"},"modified":"2025-11-07T07:45:12","modified_gmt":"2025-11-07T15:45:12","slug":"car-shipping-from-the-usa-to-lithuania","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.easyhaul.com\/blog\/2020\/03\/12\/car-shipping-from-the-usa-to-lithuania\/","title":{"rendered":"Car shipping from the USA to Lithuania"},"content":{"rendered":"

Planning to import a vehicle from an American used car auction to Lithuania but don\u2019t know where to start? <\/span>EasyHaul<\/span><\/a> can help you. This article lists key points to take into account when importing a used car to Lithuania.<\/span><\/p>\n

Lithuania is a European country with a large used car market. Vehicles from US auctions are popular: used cars older than 10 years make up one-third of all registered automobiles.<\/span><\/p>\n

Customs clearance won\u2019t be a hassle with EasyHaul<\/b><\/h3>\n

After you\u2019ve won a car at auction, you\u2019ll need to find a <\/span>reliable car shipping company<\/span><\/a> to deliver your car to your destination. Auction yards typically don\u2019t allow individuals to pick up vehicles from the yard themselves, often requiring a licensed tow provider to pick up the vehicle within a few days. To avoid storage fees, arrange shipping quickly so <\/span>EasyHaul<\/span><\/a> can pick up your vehicle as soon as possible. To start your shipping process, get an <\/span>instant car shipping quote<\/span><\/a> that\u2019ll give you a price and estimated sail times.<\/span><\/p>\n

How can I ship my car to Lithuania?<\/b><\/h3>\n

There are two alternatives possible. The most cost-effective option is consolidated <\/span>container shipping<\/span><\/a>. <\/span>EasyHaul<\/b> usually ships vehicles in a 40-ft\u00a0 container.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Consolidation shipping involves the time spent booking\/loading multiple vehicles in a single container, which can affect sailing times. Another option to choose is single container shipping which is the safest and quickest possible variant. It is the best option if you\u2019re looking for <\/span>secure auto shipping<\/span><\/a> suitable for vintage and expensive vehicles.<\/span><\/p>\n

What regulations should I meet to import a car to Lithuania?<\/b><\/h3>\n

This Baltic country is a member of the European Union and has its own rules and regulations related to importing motor vehicles. Import requirements there are less strict than in other EU countries, though a few very specific stipulations have to be met while importing a car to Lithuania. It is prohibited to import a car manufactured more than 10 years ago. Prior to the shipment, the interior of your car has to be steam-cleaned. In addition, absolutely all refrigerants should be removed as well.<\/span><\/p>\n

To import cars to Lithuania with <\/span>EasyHaul<\/b><\/a> you\u2019ll need a government-issued ID or passport.<\/span><\/p>\n

As well as in many other European countries, like <\/span>Poland<\/span><\/a>, cars imported to Lithuania are subject to taxation. There are two tax types in Lithuania:<\/span><\/p>\n