Canadian Citizens / Permanent Residents
- Eligible if you have established residence abroad for at least 1 year (6 months with family).
- Applies when re-importing a vehicle that was previously purchased in Canada and exported to Korea.
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COSHIP provides KR → CA vehicle shipping for container-loadable vehicles.
Korea deregistration support
Customs interview assistance
Inspection & insurance guidance
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Eligibility & Requirements
Eligibility for shipping and customs clearance depends on CBSA and Transport Canada regulations. Please confirm your applicable category.
Visa Holders (Study / Work Permit)
Eligible if you have established residence abroad for at least 1 year (6 months with family).
Visa holdersTourist (Visitor Visa) Import
Vehicle import under a tourist visa follows different rules depending on stay duration and clearance method. Separate consultation is required.
Separate consultationVehicle Ownership Requirement
The vehicle must be registered under the visa holder’s name. For joint ownership, it must be transferred to a single owner or all owners must be present at customs. Companies / Corporate Imports: Import/export consultation is available only for vehicles that meet Transport Canada requirements.
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Before You Ship
To register the vehicle in Canada, confirm the following in advance.
Modified Vehicles
Non-acceptance of modified or customized vehicles.
EVs & Hybrids
Electric Vehicles (EVs) and Hybrid vehicles cannot be shipped due to safety regulations.
Window Tinting
Removal of window tinting (front windshield, driver's side, and front passenger windows) to comply with local regulations.
Temporary Import Notice
Vehicles cleared under a temporary status may be classified as temporary imports. They must be re-exported to Korea when your stay ends (including after obtaining permanent residency) and cannot be sold or scrapped in Canada.
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How It Works
- 01
Korea Administrative Support
We handle vehicle deregistration in Korea on your behalf.
- 02
Customs Documentation Guidance
We provide detailed guidance on all documents required for Canadian customs clearance.
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Schedule Updates
Departure and estimated arrival dates are shared via email.
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Customs Interview Assistance
A COSHIP staff member accompanies you on-site and provides support (advance scheduling required).
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Vehicle Inspection & Insurance Guidance
We guide you through local vehicle inspection and insurance registration procedures.
Customs clearance and vehicle inspection/registration are subject to government regulations. Additional verification or schedule changes may be required depending on local requirements and inspection results.
1. What types of vehicles are eligible for shipping?
We can ship most vehicles that fit into standard containers, with the exception of Electric Vehicles (EVs) and Hybrid vehicles due to safety regulations.
2. What type of visa is required for vehicle shipping? Can Canadian citizens or permanent residents apply?
Requirements vary by case.
- Visa Holders (Study/Work Permit, etc.): If you have a Canadian visa authorized for a stay of 1 year or more as of the customs clearance date, you may import and use the vehicle under temporary customs clearance.
- Canadian Citizens/Permanent Residents: Shipping and clearance are only possible if you are returning to Canada after residing in Korea for at least 1 year, and the vehicle was originally purchased in Canada and exported to Korea. (Vehicles purchased in Korea cannot be imported). Note: Even vehicles originally sold in Canada must pass a vehicle registration inspection to be registered.
3. Are tuned or modified vehicles accepted?
We do not recommend shipping modified or tuned vehicles as they may cause issues during the mandatory registration inspections.