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Pickup time:
Vehicles are usually scheduled for pickup within 1–5 business days.
Transit time:
Once the vehicle is collected, transit time is approximately 10 to 14 days.
Snowbird Transport with Canadian Car Shipping
The frigid months of September through March are considered the peak season for snowbird transport. Snowbird season is when vehicles are shipped from the cold temperatures of Toronto and Ontario to the warm and sunny temperatures of the southern United States. At the beginning of the season, the cars are transported down south. At the end of the season, the cars are transported back up north. The luxury of driving your own vehicle while down south is what makes snowbird transport so beneficial. You don’t have to rent a car, which saves you thousands of dollars in fees and gas. Canadian Car Shipping offers round trip deals for our snowbirds. Our rates are all inclusive and competitive for snowbird transport. Call us now to book your snowbird transport today!
How to Obtain Snowbird Transport
Snowbird Transport is one of the more popular car shipping techniques out there, so it is imperative that you utilize Canadian Car Shipping at your earliest convenience. Contact us no later than 30 to 45 days before your transport is to take place down south, to garnish the most frugal and beneficial option. Ensure that you have all of your car information ready when booking. These factors include knowing the make and model of the car, the year of the car, and whether you want open or enclosed transport. Once you have all the necessary information, contact us directly to begin booking your snowbird transport.
Keep in mind that your transport dates have to be flexible to give you the easiest option for transport. We work tirelessly to ensure your transport goes well and without concern or damages. Snowbird transports can take up to five business days once the vehicle is picked up, which is why we ask for a flexible schedule and early bookings. To save yourself a lot of unnecessary stress, book with Canadian Car Shipping today. We will not disappoint you with your snowbird transport.
Temporary Import
A Temporary Import is a Canadian registered vehicle that is shipped to the US on a temporary basis for less than a year. This type of transport, like a US Registered Returning Vehicle, is most common with Snowbirds, extended visits, or specialty repairs.
This form of import utilizes a 3299 CBP Entry form and includes the steps below:
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This import is only valid for a 12 month period. This means that your vehicle MUST return to Canada after no longer than 12 months from the day of entry.
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This import is best suited for importers wanting to temporarily enter the U.S. for any of the following reasons:
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Visitor/Tourist
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Short Term Student Visa
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Snowbird
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Short Term Work Visa
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Requirements for Import
The requirements for this type of import are simple. You will be required to provide a copy of your legal identification, the vehicle’s current and active Canadian registration, and a copy of your visa or contract if entering for work, sports, or as a student. Our customs team will automatically pull your vehicle’s most current fair market value for you.
Registration and Documentation
For this type of import there are no documents you will need for registration, as you will not be able to title your vehicle in the U.S. However, some states do require that you temporarily register your vehicle as a visitor if staying longer than 6 months. You will need to reach out to your local state’s DMV to obtain this information.
Get A QuoteShip A Car To Canada
Are you shipping your vehicle to Canada from the US? Canadian Car Shipping is your one stop shop for importing a vehicle to Canada. We will arrange your transport, file any necessary paperwork for you, and answer any questions you may have along the way.
For your free online quote to ship a car to Canada, fill out our Quote Request Form. You can also email us at [email protected] or give us a call at (888) 370-1041.