Vehicles prepared for export beside a carrier ship

HOW IT WORKS

From Selection to Delivery. One Clear Export Process.

A transparent, coordinated journey for first-time importers and experienced vehicle dealers.

  1. 01

    Submit Requirements

    Share the vehicle, quantity, destination port, and preferred shipping term.

  2. 02

    Confirm Vehicle

    Confirm availability, configuration, specifications, and applicable condition information.

  3. 03

    Quote & Contract

    Review the written quotation and confirm the commercial contract.

  4. 04

    Payment

    Complete payment according to the agreed contract and invoice.

  5. 05

    Inspection & Preparation

    Coordinate inspection, cleaning, preparation, and loading protection.

  6. 06

    Shipping & Delivery

    Coordinate port handoff, loading, shipment, and arrival documentation.

STAGES 02–03

Confirm the Vehicle. Agree on Clear Commercial Terms.

Before an order moves forward, the vehicle, configuration, specifications, quantity, and applicable condition information are confirmed.

  • Vehicle details and availability
  • Written quotation and shipping term
  • Commercial contract and invoice
Export coordinators reviewing vehicle order details

SHIPPING TERMS

FOB or CIF: Know What Your Quote Covers.

Exact inclusions are stated in your written quotation and contract.

FREE ON BOARD

FOB

  • Vehicle and agreed preparation
  • Applicable export documents
  • Export customs coordination
  • Loading at the named Chinese port

Main freight, destination clearance, and local delivery are arranged by the buyer unless the contract states otherwise.

COST, INSURANCE & FREIGHT

CIF

  • Agreed FOB scope
  • Ocean freight to the named port
  • Marine insurance coordination
  • Shipping-document coordination

Destination customs, duties, taxes, and local delivery remain subject to the quotation, contract, and local requirements.

STAGE 05

Inspection & Preparation Before Port Handoff.

Vehicle undergoing preparation before export

Preparation is coordinated for the confirmed order and loading method. The exact scope is recorded in the quotation or contract.

  • Applicable vehicle checks
  • Cleaning and agreed preparation
  • Loading protection and port readiness
Technician inspecting the vehicle interiorExport vehicles prepared in the port yardVehicle secured and protected for loading

EXPORT DOCUMENTS & CUSTOMS

Documents That Keep Every Shipment Moving

The exact document set varies by vehicle, shipping method, and destination requirements.

Commercial Invoice01

Commercial Invoice

Transaction details used for commercial and customs processing.

Packing List02

Packing List

Shipment and cargo details used for verification and clearance.

Export Documents03

Export Documents

Applicable vehicle and export records required for the shipment.

Customs Declaration04

Customs Declaration

Information coordinated for Chinese export customs clearance.

Bill of Lading05

Bill of Lading

Carrier-issued shipping document for the transported cargo.

STAGE 06

Shipping & Delivery Coordination

We coordinate the agreed port handoff and shipping documents while keeping you informed of available shipment milestones.

Vehicles loading onto an export carrier
  1. Port HandoffVehicles and documents are prepared for the booked shipment.
  2. Loading & DepartureThe carrier confirms loading and vessel departure.
  3. Transit UpdatesAvailable carrier milestones are shared during the journey.
  4. Arrival DocumentsApplicable shipping documents are coordinated for arrival.

YOUR PART

What We Need From You

  • Customer or company information
  • Vehicle model, configuration, and quantity
  • Destination port and consignee details
  • Preferred shipping term: FOB or CIF
  • Destination-specific instructions you already have
LINC AUTO team coordinating an export order

COMMON QUESTIONS

Before You Begin

Can you help if this is my first vehicle import?

Yes. We explain the export stages and the information needed from you. Destination-country import rules remain subject to local authorities and your local import partners.

What does the quoted price include?

The written quotation identifies the vehicle, shipping term, included services, and commercial conditions. Review that document before confirming the order.

How long does the export process take?

Timing depends on vehicle availability, preparation, documentation, vessel schedules, destination, and customs requirements.

Can you source a specific model or configuration?

Share the exact model, quantity, configuration, and destination. We will confirm availability before issuing a quotation.

START YOUR ORDER

Ready to Start Your Export Journey?

Tell us what vehicle you need and where it needs to go.

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