To export your car, you have to meet exportation requirements in the United States and importation requirements in your destination country.
U.S. Exportation Requirements
If you want to export your car, you’ll have to hire a U.S. agent (a Freight Forwarder, Broker, etc.) to file export information with U.S. Customs on your behalf. This information includes the original Certificate of Title for your car or a Certified Copy of the Certificate of Title and two complete copies of the original Certificate of Title or the Certified Copy. Your agent will have to file this information at least three days before you plan to export your car.
If the title to your car shows that there is a lien on your car, you will have to show that the lien has been removed or provide a signed and dated writing from the lienholder (on their letterhead) which states:
- that the car may be exported,
- the contact information of the lienholder, and
- the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). A lien is a legal document that permits the lender to repossess your car if you fail to make payments.
See online websites or other resources for more information on exporting your car. While we do not endorse particular businesses or services, we believe it is important to point immigrants who may not have made similar transactions to sources of information. Some examples are:
Mexican Importation Requirements
Importing a car to Mexico is relatively complicated. The requirements depend on your car’s age and Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Consider hiring a Mexican Customs Broker Agency to import your car for you.
See online websites or other resources for more information on importing your car to Mexico. While we do not endorse particular businesses or services, we believe it is important to point people who may not have made similar transactions to sources of information. Some examples are: