Canada – Turkey vehicle transport
We ship vehicles between Canada and Turkey in enclosed containers. Toronto is our regular route; for other cities we arrange transport to the export port and confirm it in your quote.
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Route and transport options
From eastern Canada, vehicles sail from Montreal or Halifax towards the Mediterranean; from western Canada we compare Vancouver with rail to the eastern ports. Arrival ports in Turkey are Ambarlı (Istanbul), Izmir and Mersin.
Main ports for shipments from Canada: Montréal, Baltimore, Vancouver, New York / New Jersey. The vehicle is secured in an enclosed container that is then sealed; port-to-port transit usually takes 17–30 days.
Cities in Canada
Each city page lists the distance, typical transit, nearest ports and pickup areas.
Toronto
Mississauga, North York, Richmond Hill
Calgary
Airdrie, Cochrane, Okotoks
Edmonton
St. Albert, Sherwood Park, Spruce Grove
Halifax
Dartmouth, Bedford, Sackville
Hamilton
Burlington, Stoney Creek, Ancaster
Kitchener-Waterloo
Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph
London, Ontario
St. Thomas, Strathroy, Woodstock
Montreal
Laval, Longueuil, Saint-Laurent
Ottawa
Gatineau, Kanata, Nepean
Quebec City
Lévis, Sainte-Foy, Charlesbourg
Vancouver
Burnaby, Surrey, Richmond
Winnipeg
St. Boniface, Transcona, Selkirk
Paperwork and customs
In Canada:
- The export must be reported to the CBSA with proof of ownership – we share the timeline when you book.
- From Turkey to Canada, Transport Canada generally requires the vehicle to be at least 15 years old.
- In Turkey, duty-free import is only possible for vehicles under 3 years old with definitive-return status; other vehicles need individual vehicle approval.
For temporary import, stay limits and exemptions on the Turkish side, see our customs guide; for a permanent import, duties and individual vehicle approval are your or your customs broker's responsibility. Turkey customs guide
Frequently asked questions
How long does container shipping between Canada and Turkey take?
Usually 17–30 days port to port; with customs and inland delivery, 5–10 weeks door to door.
Do you handle customs?
No. We handle the container booking, insurance and tracking; customs declarations, duties and any individual vehicle approval are your or your customs broker's responsibility.
Which cities do you collect from?
Besides our regular routes, we arrange inland transport to the port from other cities in Canada on request and confirm availability in your quote.
Which vehicles can be imported into Turkey?
In Turkey, duty-free import is only possible for vehicles under 3 years old with definitive-return status; other vehicles need individual vehicle approval. Let's check your situation before you book.
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