If you're researching how to ship a car overseas, one of the first things to understand is where your vehicle can go.
Horizon coordinates overseas car shipping across established global routes, focusing on regions where shipments move consistently — including Europe, Australia, South and Central America, and the Middle East.
Each destination comes with its own requirements and timing. We handle those details so the process keeps moving from origin to arrival.
Europe
Europe is the most active region for Horizon's auto shipping overseas, with consistent volume across Western, Northern, and parts of Eastern Europe.
We regularly coordinate shipments to countries including:
For destinations in Eastern Europe — including Croatia, Romania, Albania, Turkey, and Greece — container shipping is often required based on routing and infrastructure.
When shipping a car to Europe, timing and coordination are often the biggest factors to plan for. Transit times can vary depending on the route and destination, and our team works to keep the shipment moving and aligned from departure through arrival.
Australia & New Zealand
Horizon coordinates overseas car shipping to Australia and New Zealand.
While the overall process aligns with other international routes, there are additional considerations depending on the season. Shipments require fumigation to address pest control concerns, including stink bugs.
Because these requirements apply at the container level, they can influence both preparation and timing.
From a documentation standpoint, the process remains consistent, though additional inspection and import requirements may apply when you ship a car to Australia or New Zealand.
South & Central America
Horizon coordinates shipping automobiles overseas to several destinations across South and Central America, including:
Shipping activity in this region can be more complex than in Europe, but still consistent.
Chile requires fumigation for incoming cargo, similar to Australia, while other destinations tend to have fewer unique restrictions. In most cases, the process remains straightforward when documentation and timing are handled correctly.
Middle East & North Africa
Horizon supports overseas car shipping to key destinations across the Middle East, along with select locations in North Africa.
Common destinations include:
The UAE represents the most consistent volume in the region, with additional shipments moving to nearby countries.
Vehicle types are a mix of newer and older vehicles, and regulatory requirements are generally straightforward.
Morocco has become a more active destination in North Africa in recent years.
U.S. Departure Ports
Vehicle shipments are coordinated based on both origin and destination. If goods are located inland, we can coordinate a container drop or packing depending on the location.
Horizon is based in Houston, one of the primary hubs for auto shipping overseas, and operates in most other ports, including:
The port used for a given shipment is typically determined by where the vehicle is located. This helps reduce unnecessary domestic transport and keeps the overall process more efficient.
While the core process of shipping a car overseas remains consistent, certain details vary depending on the destination.
Customers should be aware of:
Inspection or fumigation requirements in certain regions
Shipping method limitations, such as container-only routes in some areas
Import duties and taxes on the receiving side
This doesn't make a destination more difficult, but it does affect how the shipment is planned.
Start Your Overseas Car Shipping Process
If you're getting ready for overseas car shipping, it starts with knowing where your vehicle is headed and what's required to get it there.
Let us know your destination. We'll walk through the details and help map out the best way forward.
Whether you need to ship a car to Europe or send a vehicle to another overseas destination, Horizon helps keep everything moving.
