Ascope Shipping provides reliable and affordable car shipping to Barbados for cars, 4x4s, and vans, backed by over 15 years of experience as the UK’s top rated international car shipping company. We have helped thousands of customers transport vehicles to Bridgetown, Barbados with confidence, whether via RoRo shipping or container shipping options. Our team manages every step of the process, from documentation and port collection to customs clearance in Bridgetown, ensuring your vehicle reaches Barbados on time, safely, and at the best possible rate. With fortnightly sailings and transparent pricing, we make the entire journey simple from start to finish.
Shipping Options to Barbados
We provide two main transport options for shipping vehicles to Barbados:
Roll-on/Roll-off (RoRo) Shipping to Barbados
Our RoRo shipping service UK to Barbados is one of the most cost-effective ways to transport vehicles. Your car, van, minibus, or truck is simply driven onto the ship, safely parked, and secured for its trip to Barbados.
Container Shipping to Barbados
Container shipping offers extra protection when you need it most. It’s ideal for high-value, luxury, or non-runner vehicles that can’t be driven onto a RoRo vessel, or if you’d simply prefer your car travelled in a fully enclosed unit rather than an open deck. It’s also the right choice if you’re sending household goods, personal belongings, or spare parts alongside your vehicle, since everything can be securely loaded together for the journey to Bridgetown. Our dedicated container shipping to Barbados page covers FCL and LCL options, current pricing for 20ft and 40ft containers, and full transit times.
Car Shipping to Barbados Prices
Here are some sample prices for car shipping to Barbados:
| Vehicle Type | RO/RO Prices | Container Costs |
| Saloon Vehicle e.g Mercedes C class | £1760 | Enquire (20ft cont) |
| 4×4 Vehicle e.g. Freelander | Enquire | Enquire (20ft cont) |
| Vans e.g Renault Kangoo | Enquire | Enquire (20ft cont) |
| 2 cars(saloon / 4×4) | Enquire | Enquire (40ft cont) |
See our full shipping prices page for reference rates across our destinations, or request a free quote for vans and multi-vehicle shipments.
Upcoming RoRo Shipments to Barbados
Here are the details for our upcoming RoRo shipments to Bridgetown, Barbados:
| Vessel: | Port: | Closing date: | Sailing date: | Arrival date: |
| Luzon Strait | Portsmouth | 22.07.2026 | 26.07.2026 | 04.08.2026 |
| Lombok Strait | Portsmouth | 29.07.2026 | 02.08.2026 | 11.08.2026 |
| Star First | Portsmouth | 12.08.2026 | 16.08.2026 | 25.08.2026 |
| Luzon Strait | Portsmouth | 26.08.2026 | 30.08.2026 | 08.09.2026 |
| Lombok Strait | Portsmouth | 02.09.2026 | 06.09.2026 | 15.09.2026 |
| Star First | Portsmouth | 16.09.2026 | 20.09.2026 | 29.09.2026 |
Please note that container shipments to Barbados are available on a weekly basis.
Step-by-Step Guide: What are the Steps to Ship a Car to Barbados?
At Ascope Shipping, we make the process simple:
- Get a Quote: Contact us for your tailored car shipping UK to Barbados price.
- Choose a Method: Decide between RoRo or Container shipping Barbados.
- Prepare Documentation: Ensure all import papers are ready.
- Vehicle Collection: Either deliver to the port or use our door-to-port car transport UK Barbados service.
- Shipping & Transit: Your vehicle is loaded and shipped.
- Customs Clearance in Barbados: We guide you through duties and taxes.
Vehicle Collection: Pick up your vehicle safely in Bridgetown.
Barbados Vehicle Import Requirements
To comply with vehicle import requirements to Barbados, please note:
- Vehicle age: Cars must be under 4 years old but the restriction can be waived if you are a returning national then you can import vehicle of any age but please contact a customs broker in Barbados to confirm that. Commercial vehicles and vehicles being sold or transferred may also have a different rule depending on their age.
- Documents required:
- Original vehicle registration/title, plus DVLA permanent export notification (complete the V5C/4 section with DVLA before your vehicle leaves the UK)
- Bill of sale or purchase invoice
- Passport & proof of insurance
- Bill of Lading
- Duties & taxes:
- Import duty: 45% of CIF value
- Environmental levy: 2% of CIF value
- VAT: 17.5% of CIF + duty
- Emissions & safety: Vehicles must pass inspection at port.
- Steering: Both right-hand and left-hand drive allowed.
- Temporary importation: Visitors may bring vehicles for up to 6 months duty-free.
Check current requirements with the Barbados Customs and Excise Department, as regulations can change. Our team ensures you meet all regulations for a smooth import process.
How to Prepare Your Vehicle for Shipping to Barbados
Proper preparation reduces the risk of delays during inspection and loading.
Before your vehicle departs the UK, make sure to:
- Clean the vehicle thoroughly, inside and out
- Remove all personal belongings
- Leave the fuel tank below a quarter full for safety during transit
- Check that the vehicle is in full working order, since a non-running car may require container shipping rather than RoRo
- Keep spare keys ready to hand over at collection
- Have your documentation organised and easily accessible for customs officials and port staff
Marine Insurance for Car Shipping to Barbados
We recommend marine cargo insurance for every vehicle shipped to Barbados. Cover protects against damage, loss, or unforeseen risks during transit, and matters most for higher-value vehicles where repair or replacement costs would be significant if anything went wrong along the way.
Restricted Items for Car Shipping to Barbados
Certain items cannot be left inside the vehicle when arranging car shipping to Barbados.
Restricted items include:
- Flammable liquids
- Hazardous materials or chemicals
- Weapons or illegal items
- Undeclared household goods
Removing restricted items ensures compliance with international shipping safety regulations and smooth customs clearance in Barbados.
Why Choose Ascope Shipping?
With so many auto transport companies, why choose us:
- 15+ years of expertise in international car shipping
- Competitive prices and regular vehicle shipping to Barbados
- Guidance on vehicle import requirements Barbados
- Partnerships with leading shipping lines & UK ports
- Weekly sailings from Portsmouth to Bridgetown
- Trustpilot rating of 4.6 stars (690+ reviews) and Google rating of 4.9 stars
FAQs – Car Shipping to Barbados
Get Your Free Quote Today
If you’re looking for reliable vehicle shipping from the UK to Barbados, trust Ascope Shipping. With 15 years of experience, weekly sailings, and competitive rates, we make car shipping to Barbados stress-free from start to finish. Our team handles documentation, customs clearance, and port coordination, so you can ship your vehicle with complete confidence. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation UK to Barbados car shipping quote, and let our experienced team guide you through every step of the process.
