Cars from Korea to Vladivostok
Vladivostok is the shortest and cheapest route for cars from Korea. From the Port of Busan to the Zelyony Ugol market is just 1–3 days by sea. That lets you either take the car "as is" from the port (self-collection) or have it turnkey with customs done on site. The same car here is usually $3,000–$5,000 cheaper than in Moscow.
Door-to-door route
Purchase and paperwork in Korea
Sourcing at auction or from a dealer, export documents, transfer to our yard in Ansan.
Loading at the port of Busan
We book a spot on the next direct sailing. Regular RoRo vessels run between Busan and Vladivostok several times a week.
Sea freight to Vladivostok
The fastest leg. A direct crossing of the Sea of Japan, with no transshipment.
Arrival at the Zelyony Ugol port
Unloading, bonded warehouse. Self-collection by the client is possible, or we continue the process.
Customs clearance in Vladivostok
Declaration, payment of duties and the recycling fee. Customs in Vladivostok is one of the fastest in Russia thanks to its specialisation.
Route highlights
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1–3 days by sea is a record-fast route for cars from Asia into Russia.
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Logistics costs are 30–50% lower than for Moscow: the sea leg is shorter and no rail to the end client is needed.
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A large pool of trusted bonded warehouses and customs brokers specialising specifically in Korean and Japanese cars.
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Self-collection from the port is possible: the client takes the car after clearance, saving on onward delivery across Russia.
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Vladivostok is the largest hub for onward car transport across Russia: from here a car can be sent by carrier or rail to anywhere in the country.
Frequently asked
A 2023 Hyundai Palisade, turnkey in Vladivostok — from $36,000–$42,000. A Kia Sorento — from $32,000–$38,000. A Genesis G80 — from $45,000–$55,000. These prices are $3,000–$6,000 lower than Moscow's thanks to the shorter logistics and simpler customs.
Yes, it's a popular approach. After clearance we give you the title and documents, and you collect the car at Zelyony Ugol or at our partner bonded warehouse. You save on onward delivery. Many clients then drive the car across Russia themselves.
On average around 20–30 days from purchase. For comparison: Moscow is around 30–45 days. The fastest deals — about 18 days (if a ship departs right after purchase and customs doesn't hold things up).
Sometimes — yes. If you plan to drive the car yourself or send it by carrier, the final price in Moscow can be $1,500–$3,000 lower than with "classic" delivery. But you have to factor in wear, road costs and time.
Korean (Hyundai, Kia, Genesis) — the most worthwhile on this route. Japanese are popular too, but that's not our main specialism. Premium European (BMW, Mercedes) also works, but the gap with Moscow is smaller — around $1,500–$2,500.
Clearing EVs through Vladivostok is one of the best approaches in Russia. A reduced duty rate plus a lower recycling fee. Hyundai Ioniq 5, Kia EV6, Genesis Electrified — we bring them all regularly.
Full package: sales contract, certified export certificate, invoice, BL (bill of lading), inspection report with photos, service history from the Korean dealer system. All documents are delivered electronically within 24 hours of payment.
Yes. We provide a detailed photo report (40–60 photos), a video walk-around with engine start and systems check, plus a live video call with our manager directly from the lot. On request — independent inspection from a partner service in Korea.
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