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How To Buy

Key Questions Answered for How to Import Cars from China

Everything you need to know about sourcing, paying for, and receiving your vehicle β€” explained clearly.

General Questions

Can I buy any car from China?

Yes. We source virtually any make and model available on the Chinese market β€” new or used β€” including brands not exported through official channels.

Is it legal to import a car from China?

Absolutely. Djermoun Auto holds a state-authorized export license. Every vehicle is exported in full compliance with Chinese export regulations and your destination country's import requirements.

How long does the whole process take?

Typically 45–90 days from order confirmation to delivery at destination port, depending on vehicle availability, inspection schedule, and shipping route.

Do you handle everything end-to-end?

Yes. We cover sourcing, inspection, negotiation, export paperwork, shipping, and customs documentation. You receive a single point of contact throughout.

What condition are the vehicles in?

We offer both new (0–100 km) and used vehicles. All used vehicles undergo a professional pre-export inspection and receive a detailed English-language report.

Can I request a specific color or trim level?

Yes. We can source vehicles to your exact specification, including optional customization (language conversion, right-hand-drive adaptation, accessory installation).

Payment

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept international wire transfer (T/T), escrow services, and consolidated payments for multi-vehicle orders. We do not accept cryptocurrency or informal transfers.

Is my money safe?

We use escrow arrangements for all transactions. Funds are only released to the supplier after the vehicle passes inspection and loading is confirmed.

When do I pay?

A 30% deposit is required to confirm the order. The remaining 70% is due before the vehicle is loaded onto the vessel. For used vehicles, full payment may be required upfront depending on the source.

Are there any hidden fees?

No. We provide a full price breakdown before you commit: FOB price, our service commission, inspection fees, and shipping cost. Nothing is added later.

What currency do you use?

All invoices are issued in USD. For Algerian clients we also provide DZD equivalents for reference, based on prevailing exchange rates.

Logistics

What shipping terms do you offer?

We offer FOB (Free On Board) and CIF (Cost, Insurance, Freight). CIF is recommended for most clients β€” it includes marine insurance and freight to destination port.

Which ports do you ship to?

We ship to all major ports including Algiers, Oran, Jijel, Annaba (Algeria), Tunis, Radès (Tunisia), Jebel Ali (UAE), and many others on request.

How do you ship the vehicles?

Vehicles are shipped in sealed 40-foot containers (1–2 cars per container) or via RoRo (Roll-on/Roll-off) vessels depending on the route and client preference.

Do you provide tracking?

Yes. Once the vessel departs, we provide the Bill of Lading and vessel tracking details so you can monitor shipment progress in real time.

What happens at the destination port?

We prepare and send all customs clearance documents in advance. We can also recommend local clearing agents at most destination ports.

Is the vehicle insured during shipping?

Under CIF terms, marine cargo insurance is included. Under FOB terms, you are responsible for arranging your own insurance from the loading port.

Glossary

FOB – Free On Board

The seller's responsibility ends when the vehicle is loaded onto the vessel at the Chinese port. The buyer pays freight and insurance from that point.

CIF – Cost, Insurance & Freight

The seller covers the cost of the vehicle, marine insurance, and freight to the destination port. Most common for first-time importers.

Bill of Lading (B/L)

The official shipping document issued by the carrier. It is the title document for the vehicle and required to clear customs at the destination port.

RoRo – Roll-on/Roll-off

A shipping method where vehicles are driven onto and off the vessel under their own power. Cheaper than container shipping but offers less protection.

T/T – Telegraphic Transfer

An international bank wire transfer. The most common payment method for vehicle imports from China.

Pre-Shipment Inspection (PSI)

A third-party quality check conducted before the vehicle leaves China. We use licensed inspection agencies and provide the full report in English.

Customs Duty

Tax levied by your country on the imported vehicle, calculated as a percentage of the vehicle's customs value. Rates vary by country and vehicle type.

M Centimes (Millions de centimes)

Algerian informal price unit. 1 million centimes = 10,000 DZD. All prices on this platform are shown in M centimes for local convenience.

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