Re: Importing a car from USA - HOWTO (myothercarsaseaking)
They require a fax copy 72 hours prior to crossing so they can start paper work. You will require the original paper when you actually cross the border.
And yes, you will need to have the car signed over to you before you cross.
I had the deal finished, money wired to the dealer and title put into my name and a copy faxed to the border 72 hours in advance. When i crossed, I gave them the original and all is well
its a bit of a juggle. You either have to go down and do the deal in person, and go back down later to get the vehicle, OR buy it site unseen
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I'm wondering - are you saying that you can do this before the sale? I've heard that some border crossings will only accept original documents (no faxes), let alone a faxed title that presumably doesn't have your name on it yet as the owner. The riv.ca website says that "You will need to provide U.S. Customs and Border Protection with your vehicle title documents, registration and sales receipts at least 72 hours prior to export." I dont' see how this can be done before the sale. Anyways, I might be doing this soon, so I was hoping you could clarify your comments - other than that, your checklist has been a huge help ![]() |
They require a fax copy 72 hours prior to crossing so they can start paper work. You will require the original paper when you actually cross the border.
And yes, you will need to have the car signed over to you before you cross.
I had the deal finished, money wired to the dealer and title put into my name and a copy faxed to the border 72 hours in advance. When i crossed, I gave them the original and all is well
its a bit of a juggle. You either have to go down and do the deal in person, and go back down later to get the vehicle, OR buy it site unseen