Bringing my Mercedes Sprinter Van to America
Hi, I'm Peter from Germany. We plan to travel the States in our own Class B Motorhome. We want to ship it to Halifax or Baltimore an travel the country for 8 weeks. I supplied some information ab...
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Have fun. So long as you are taking it back out of the country, it doesn't usually matter what you bring here to drive.
There is certainly some paperwork regarding the vehicle, and at one time there was a bond required to ensure you would not leave the vehicle behind, based on value of the vehicle, import taxes, and costs to convert to DOT and EPA specifications. I don't know if that is still the case, we have reduced some of these requirements to encourage tourism.
Most states have financial responsibility requirements, usually covered by property damage and personal injury liability insurance valid for one of the states.
If you are planning multiple entries, crossing back and forth between the U.S. and Canada, check what is required for both persons and vehicles.
There is certainly some paperwork regarding the vehicle, and at one time there was a bond required to ensure you would not leave the vehicle behind, based on value of the vehicle, import taxes, and costs to convert to DOT and EPA specifications. I don't know if that is still the case, we have reduced some of these requirements to encourage tourism.
Most states have financial responsibility requirements, usually covered by property damage and personal injury liability insurance valid for one of the states.
If you are planning multiple entries, crossing back and forth between the U.S. and Canada, check what is required for both persons and vehicles.
