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How to Import a Car from China: A Practical Guide

The safest import process starts with the exact vehicle configuration and your local import process. Use this checklist before sending an enquiry.

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The safest import process starts with the exact vehicle configuration and your local import process. Use this checklist before sending an enquiry.

1. Define the vehicle and buyer profile

Start with the vehicle type, brand, model, powertrain and target quantity. New vehicles, used vehicles and fleet purchases may require different documents and inspection steps.

Select the exact configuration from the catalogue.
Confirm whether the purchase is for a dealer, fleet, project or personal import.
For used vehicles, confirm year, mileage, condition and batch quantity before requesting availability.

2. Confirm destination requirements locally

Your customs broker or freight forwarder should confirm the current import rules, documents, homologation or inspection requirements for your country. Requirements can vary by vehicle age, fuel type, steering position and destination.

Confirm required import documents and vehicle eligibility.
Confirm the destination port or inland route.
Ask your own broker about duties, taxes and clearance because these are not included in an FOB enquiry.

3. Request the export details

Send CRD Auto the vehicle reference, configuration, quantity and destination port. We can then confirm the available vehicle information and the export documents that apply to the enquiry.

Keep the vehicle reference in the conversation.
State your target quantity and whether you have a freight forwarder.
Request inspection photos or loading information when needed.

4. Review payment and loading terms

CRD Auto uses FOB Nansha for the export enquiry. Settlement is in USD by T/T: 30% deposit; the remaining 70% must be received before container loading, and export documents are sent after loading. Confirm the exact configuration, documents and availability before payment.

Use your own freight forwarder for ocean freight and destination clearance.
Review the proforma invoice and buyer information carefully.
Keep the final vehicle and document checklist with the order records.

Questions importers ask

Start with the page that matches your buying route.

What can I review before sending an enquiry?

You can review vehicle photos, the listed configuration and available technical specifications on the catalogue page.

What should I confirm before importing?

Ask your own customs broker or freight forwarder to confirm destination requirements, documents and the import process before ordering.

What are the payment terms?

Settlement is in USD by T/T: 30% deposit; the remaining 70% must be received before container loading, and export documents are sent after loading.