Why does the shipment go through Klaipeda instead of directly to Odesa?

Sea freight to Black Sea ports carries elevated war-related risk, which makes vessel and container insurance significantly more expensive, and some shipping lines don't call at Ukrainian ports at all. Klaipeda is a major, reliably operating EU port with direct sea lines from the USA; from there the car is delivered to Ukraine by truck. This route is more reliable and often faster.

How long does shipping take on the USA to Klaipeda to Ukraine route?

The full journey usually takes 45-60 days: 3-7 days to move the car from the auction to a US port, 25-35 days for the ocean crossing, and another 5-10 days for port handling in Klaipeda and truck delivery to Odesa. Exact timing depends on the shipping line's schedule and port congestion.

Do I have to pay EU customs duties while transiting through Klaipeda?

No. The car is processed under a customs transit procedure (a T1 document), which allows the cargo to move through EU territory without paying EU duties or VAT. All customs payments are made once, when the car is cleared in Ukraine.

How does customs clearance work in Ukraine after shipping via Klaipeda?

Once the truck arrives at the Ukrainian border or a bonded warehouse, the car is declared under the standard procedure: an electronic customs declaration is filed, duty, excise tax, and VAT are paid, and the car undergoes conformity certification. Our brokers manage the process from filing the declaration through to handing you the finished documents.

How can I track the car at every stage of the route?

As soon as the car is loaded at the US port, you receive the container number and vessel details, which you can use to track the shipment on the carrier's website. During the truck leg from Klaipeda, our manager gives you an estimated arrival date and keeps you updated at each key stage.

Turnkey Delivery of Electric Vehicles

Our company sells electric cars from the U.S. at competitive prices. Electric cars from the U.S. are known for their quality, power, technical specifications, and low energy consumption. With this type of car, you save money because it runs on electricity—one of the cheapest sources of energy—rather than fuel, and it doesn’t pollute the environment. We offer electric cars from the U.S. for sale in Kyiv, Odesa, Kharkiv, Dnipro, Lviv, Zaporizhzhia, and other cities across Ukraine. Discover the benefits of this type of vehicle.

Advantages of an Electric Car

Economy

Electricity usually costs noticeably less than gasoline per 100 km. The exact difference depends on the tariff and the way you charge: home charging and public stations have different prices.

Taxes on importing electric vehicles in 2026

The import duty on electric vehicles is zero, and the excise tax is €1 per kWh of battery capacity (for example, €60 for a 60 kWh battery). Since January 1, 2026, 20% VAT is paid on import. We calculate the total before you buy.

Charging station network

The number of charging stations in Ukraine keeps growing: they are available in cities, on highways and in parking lots. Before buying, check which stations are on your routes.

Less maintenance

No oil changes, spark plugs and a number of engine consumables. Brakes, tires, suspension and cooling systems still need servicing.

Quiet and responsive

The electric motor runs almost silently and accelerates quickly even at low revs.

Eco-friendly

An electric car produces no exhaust while driving. The overall effect on the environment depends on how the electricity is generated.

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Electric vehicles from the USA are, as a rule, cheaper at auctions than comparable models on other markets, and they are cheaper to run: electricity costs less than fuel, and maintenance is simpler. But since January 1, 2026, 20% VAT has been paid on import, so the price difference needs to be calculated in advance. We calculate the full cost before you buy the lot.

The import duty on electric vehicles is zero, the excise tax is €1 per kWh of battery capacity, and since January 1, 2026, 20% VAT is paid on the sum of the value and the excise tax. Example: with a customs value of €20,000 and a 60 kWh battery, the excise tax is €60 and VAT is about €4,012, about €4,072 in total. The actual amount depends on the exchange rate and the invoice price.

Maintenance is usually cheaper: no oil changes, spark plugs and a number of engine consumables. Brakes, tires, suspension and the cooling system still need servicing, and repairing a high-voltage battery can be expensive, so it is important to check its condition before buying.

Parts and consumables for American electric vehicles can be ordered in the USA, Europe and Ukraine. Delivery time and price depend on the model and availability, and rare parts from the USA can take time to arrive. Submit a request, and a manager will point you in the right direction for the part you need.

The final price consists of the lot price, auction fees, shipping, taxes and the company’s services. Taxes are calculated as follows: €1 excise tax per kWh of battery capacity plus 20% VAT on the sum of the value and the excise tax. Illustrative example: with a customs value of €10,000 and a 40 kWh battery, the excise tax is €40, VAT is €2,008, €2,048 in total. We calculate the exact amount before you buy the lot.

Before bidding, the vehicle history by VIN, the title type and the damage are checked, especially the condition of the high-voltage battery. On American electric vehicles, the charging connector may differ from the European one, in which case an adapter is needed (check for the specific model). We help you check the lot before purchase, and the decision to buy stays with you.

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Electric Vehicles from the USA Turnkey in 2026

Updated October 2026.

Electric vehicles from the USA are interesting for their combination of equipment, choice and auction prices. But since January 1, 2026, importing an electric vehicle into Ukraine is subject to 20% VAT, so the benefit has to be judged by the total cost: lot price, auction fees, shipping, taxes and services. We make this calculation before you buy the lot.

Taxes on Importing an Electric Vehicle

The import duty on electric vehicles is zero. The excise tax is €1 per kWh of battery capacity. Since January 1, 2026, 20% VAT is paid on the sum of the value and the excise tax. Example: with a customs value of €20,000 and a 60 kWh battery, the excise tax is €60 and VAT is about €4,012, about €4,072 in total. The actual amount depends on the exchange rate and the invoice price.

Pros and Cons of an Electric Vehicle

Pros: electricity is usually cheaper than fuel, maintenance is simpler (no oil changes, spark plugs and a number of engine consumables), operation is almost silent, and there is no exhaust while driving. Cons: range depends on the model, the weather and driving style, long trips require planning your charging, and repairing a high-voltage battery can be expensive, so its condition is important to check before buying.

How We Deliver an Electric Vehicle from the USA

Because of the situation at the port of Odesa, cars go by sea from the USA to Europe and then by car carrier to Ukraine. Our main route runs through the port of Klaipėda (Lithuania), and when needed we also work through the ports of Bremerhaven (Germany) and Gdańsk (Poland). EU transit is processed under the T1 procedure, so no EU duties or VAT are payable. You pay all customs fees only once, at clearance in Ukraine. The whole journey from purchase at auction to receiving the keys takes 45–60 days on average.

What We Do

Star Trans Logistic selects an electric vehicle at Copart and IAAI auctions, checks its history by VIN, the title type and the damage (especially the battery condition), purchases the lot, and arranges shipping, customs clearance, certification and registration. On American electric vehicles the charging connector may differ from the European one, in which case an adapter is needed; we will advise for the specific model. The decision to buy stays with you.

How to Start

Submit a request on our website or call us: a manager will clarify your wishes, calculate the cost and agree on the terms. We work under a contract, and a personal manager is assigned to you.

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103 Chernomorskogo Kazachestva St., Odessa, 65003

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+38 (063) 242 32 45

+38 (067) 441 55 33

office@startranslog.com.ua

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