Get Car Shipping to Ghana from UK | Tema Port | Via RORO
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- Cost starts from: £858
- Roll on/Roll off: Yes ✓
- Container Shipping: Yes ✓
- Frequency of sailing: Thrice a Month
Ship Cars Ltd ships vehicles from the UK to Tema, Ghana via RoRo and container services to the Port of Tema, with approximately 18 days transit and two sailings per month. RoRo starts from £870. Ghana drives on the right — only left-hand drive (LHD) vehicles can be registered. A 10-year vehicle age limit applies. A mandatory pre-shipment inspection in the UK is required before departure. We handle all UK export documentation.
Efficient Car Shipping to Tema, Ghana
Shipping your vehicle to Tema, Ghana, connects you to West Africa’s largest and most advanced port. As Ghana’s principal seaport and a major industrial city, Tema is the primary gateway for vehicle imports, serving a large and active diaspora, returning residents, and a growing business sector. Understanding Ghana’s well-defined import regulations is key to a smooth and compliant shipment.
Can I Ship a Right-Hand Drive UK Car to Ghana?
Ghana drives on the right side of the road. Only left-hand drive (LHD) vehicles can be imported and registered. UK-registered vehicles are right-hand drive and cannot be registered in Ghana. Confirm your vehicle is LHD before booking. This eliminates most standard UK cars from eligibility — UK traders exporting to Ghana must source LHD-specification vehicles.
What Are Your Car Shipping Options To Tema, Ghana
At Ship Cars, we offer a range of vehicle shipping options, from Roll on Roll Off (RoRo) which is highly cost effective and container shipping that include; Full Container Load (FCL) when shipping luxury, electric or hybrid cars.
Important: Ghanaian customs has specific and strict rules about what can be shipped inside a vehicle. We provide full guidelines to ensure compliance.
What Your Car Shipping Service Includes
When you book your Tema shipment with shipcars.co.uk, our comprehensive service covers:
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Origin port charges and handling fees in the UK.
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Ocean freight on reliable carrier lines directly to the Port of Tema.
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Essential documentation, including the Bill of Lading.
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Expert support and tracking from collection to departure.
Please Note: Ghanaian import duties, taxes, customs clearance fees, and all local port/agent charges are not included in our shipping quote. These are payable directly to the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) and your appointed agent in Tema.
What Import Duty and Tax Will I Pay in Ghana?
Compliance with Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) customs regulations is essential. Key rules include:
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Vehicle Age Limit: Ghana has a 10-year age limit from the date of manufacture. Vehicles older than ten years cannot be imported.
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Right-Hand Drive: Ghana drives on the right. Only left-hand drive vehicles are permitted for import.
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Import Duties & Taxes: Taxes are calculated based on the vehicle’s CIF value, engine size, and age. They include:
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Import Duty: Ranges from 5% to 20%.
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VAT: Standard rate of 15%.
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NHIL & GETFund Levy: Additional levies.
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ECOWAS Levy: A small regional levy.
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Examination & Inspection Fees.
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Temporary Import: A carnet de passage may be used for temporary import by tourists, but the vehicle must be exported afterwards.
What Documents Do I Need to Ship a Car from the UK to Ghana?
In the UK (Origin):
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V5C logbook (original — do not leave inside vehicle)
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Passport copy — photo page of vehicle owner
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Proof of address — utility bill or bank statement under 3 months old
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Purchase invoice or proof of ownership — evidence of value for ABF
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Commercial cleaning receipt — dated proof of biosecurity cleaning (required for DAFF)
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Completed Ship Cars Ltd booking form
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Vehicle Condition Report (free if we collect; £35 if self-delivered)
Ship Cars Ltd manages the UK export customs declaration on your behalf.
In Tema You will require these original documents:
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Original Bill of Lading.
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Original Vehicle Title (V5C Logbook for UK vehicles).
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Commercial Invoice stating the purchase price.
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Certificate of Marine Insurance.
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Copy of Your Passport.
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Freight Certificate/Invoice.
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Valid Ghanaian Customs Broker License (held by your clearing agent).
Crucial Advice: Engaging a reputable, licensed customs clearing agent in Tema is highly recommended and often essential. They will manage the complex duty calculation, tax payment, and all port clearance procedures with the GRA on your behalf.
Indicative duty structure (Ghana):
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Import Duty: 5–20% of CIF value (depending on engine size and vehicle type)
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VAT: 15% of CIF plus duty
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NHIL (National Health Insurance Levy): 2.5%
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GETFund Levy: 2.5%
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ECOWAS Levy: 0.5%
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EXIM Levy: 0.5% (verify current applicability)
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Pre-shipment inspection fee (charged by inspection agency)
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Clearing agent fees
Verify current rates with the Ghana Revenue Authority at gra.gov.gh before importing.
Cost & Transit Summary
Here is a clear overview for shipping a standard small car to Tema.
Shipping Cost (Example) |
From £858 for a small car via RORO (all-inclusive of our listed services). |
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Insurance |
Total Loss cover: 1% of declared vehicle value. Comprehensive cover: 1.5% of vehicle value. Comprehensive cover recommended. |
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Total Transit Time |
Approximately 6-23 days from UK departure port to arrival in Tema. |
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Sailing Frequency |
Regular sailings, with vessels departing 3 times per month. |
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Collection Service |
Our flexible and secured collection services include Trade Plate-Insured driven service as well as transporter or recovery options. |
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Local Taxes & Duties |
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Why Is Tema Port Significant for West Africa?
The Port of Tema, 25 kilometres east of Accra, is West Africa’s most modern and efficient port — and one of the continent’s most important vehicle import hubs. Beyond Ghana’s domestic market, Tema serves as a transit port for landlocked ECOWAS member states:
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Burkina Faso — the primary route for vehicle transit from Ouagadougou
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Niger — alternative to the Cotonou/Benin corridor
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Mali — one of several West African transit options
UK car dealers and traders exporting to the broader West African market frequently use Tema for its modern infrastructure, efficient GRA customs processing, and well-established clearing agent community. If your vehicle’s final destination is Burkina Faso or Niger, our team can advise on Tema clearance and onward transit arrangements.
Ghana’s Mandatory Pre-Shipment Inspection
Ghana requires a mandatory pre-shipment inspection for all imported used vehicles, which must be conducted in the UK before the vehicle sails. The inspection is managed under Ghana’s UNIPASS customs system, with inspections typically conducted by approved agencies including Bureau Veritas, Intertek, or SGS.
What the inspection covers:
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Vehicle identity verification (VIN/chassis number against documents)
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Vehicle age confirmation — must be within Ghana’s 10-year limit
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Declared value assessment — used by GRA to calculate import duties
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Physical condition inspection
How to arrange: Contact your approved inspection agency after confirming your sailing date with Ship Cars Ltd. The inspection must be completed and the certificate obtained before the vessel departs. Without the Pre-Shipment Inspection Certificate, your vehicle will face serious clearance difficulties at Tema Port.
Timeline: Allow 5–10 working days from booking to receiving the certificate. Arrange the inspection before confirming your final sailing date.
Cost: Charged directly by the inspection agency — not included in the Ship Cars Ltd shipping price.
Always verify the current approved inspection agencies with the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) at gra.gov.gh before booking.
Frequently Asked Questions — Car Shipping to Ghana
Q: How much does it cost to ship a car from the UK to Ghana?
RoRo shipping from the UK to Tema, Ghana starts from £858 for a standard small car. This covers UK port to Port of Tema sea freight only. Ghanaian import duty (5–20%), VAT (15%), NHIL/GETFund levies, ECOWAS levy, pre-shipment inspection fee, port charges, and clearing agent fees are all payable separately in Ghana.
Q: How long does car shipping from the UK to Tema take?
Transit from the UK to Tema takes approximately 6-23 days, with two sailings per month. Including UK collection, pre-shipment inspection, and Ghanaian customs clearance, allow 6–8 weeks total from booking to your vehicle being available.
Q: Can I ship a right-hand drive UK car to Ghana?
No. Ghana drives on the right and only left-hand drive (LHD) vehicles can be registered. UK vehicles are right-hand drive and cannot be registered in Ghana. All vehicles shipped to Tema must be LHD.
Q: What pre-shipment inspection does Ghana require?
Ghana requires a mandatory pre-shipment inspection in the UK before the vehicle sails, conducted by an approved agency (Bureau Veritas, Intertek, or SGS) under the GRA’s UNIPASS customs system. This produces a Pre-Shipment Inspection Certificate required for Tema Port customs clearance. Allow 5–10 working days. Without it, the vehicle faces clearance difficulties at Tema.
Q: What is the age limit for importing a car to Ghana?
Ghana applies a 10-year age limit from the date of manufacture. Vehicles manufactured more than ten years before the import date are ineligible. For 2026, vehicles manufactured before 2016 are ineligible. Verify your vehicle’s eligibility before booking.
Ship your Car With Ship Cars Ltd
Ready to Get a Precise Quote? Contact us today with your vehicle’s details and requirements for a straightforward, fixed-price quotation and personalised support for your shipment to Tema. Contact us today for further information or visit our sailing schedule and get an instant quote to schedule your car shipping with us.
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