ISUMCAR / EXPORT PROCESS
From your buying brief to export shipment
Start with your destination, preferred models and quantity. We use that brief to check sourcing options, confirm vehicle information and agree the commercial and export arrangements for your order.
PROCESS AT A GLANCE
The buying process in facts
Every number and term below applies to a standard export order. Your written quote confirms the specifics for your destination.
| Process length | 6 steps, from buying brief to shipment and handover |
|---|---|
| Contracting entity | Asia Isum Limited, Hong Kong (BR 80982430) |
| Export role | Licensed China export partner handles export customs clearance |
| Trade terms | FOB, FCA or CIF, as agreed for each order |
| Quote must state | Vehicles, quantity, price, applicable term, named port or place, included costs, payment arrangements |
| Loading port | Nansha Port, Guangzhou |
| Shipping methods | Container or RoRo, depending on the proposed shipment arrangements |
| Reference lead time | Loading about 30 days after order confirmation, subject to the agreed vehicle and export arrangements |
| Documents | Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Export License (individual certificate per vehicle), Bill of Lading |
| Original documents | Sent via international courier (such as DHL) |
| Buyer's own forwarder | Possible — tell us when you enquire and we agree handover and documents before quoting |
| Land route | Land transport via Khorgos for Central Asia |
SIX STEPS
The buying process
- 01
Tell us your market
Share your country or region, destination port if known, buyer type, models and quantity. Include the import requirements you need the vehicles to meet and your preferred buying timeline.
- 02
Build a model plan
We check the vehicles and quantities that can be proposed for your enquiry. Review the specification, registration information and individual vehicle details before moving ahead.
- 03
Review the vehicle evidence
Ask for the inspection records, photos and videos available for the selected vehicles. Check the mileage, findings, disclosed defects and vehicle-document status. Raise any questions before confirming the selection.
- 04
Agree the contract and payment arrangements
Contracts and payments are with Asia Isum Limited, Hong Kong. The written quote and contract confirm the vehicles, quantity, price, FOB, FCA or CIF term, named handover point, included costs and payment arrangements.
- 05
Export customs and documents
Our export partner handles all China export customs clearance. We operate on a strictly "one car, one export certificate" basis to ensure your import process is traceable.
- 06
Arrange shipment and handover
Confirm the shipping method, loading plan, route and estimated schedule. The main loading port is Nansha Port, Guangzhou. Container or RoRo options depend on the proposed shipment arrangements.
02 / Trading terms
Confirm the scope of your quote
We quote FOB, FCA or CIF as agreed for each order. Your written quote should identify the applicable term, named port or place, included services, excluded costs and handover responsibilities. Ask for clarification if any line is unclear before signing.
Freight, insurance, destination handling, duties, taxes and other charges need to be checked against the actual quote and contract. The website does not establish a fixed landed price or a universal cost boundary.
03 / Shipping schedule
Plan loading and sea transit separately
The reference schedule is loading at Nansha Port about 30 days after order confirmation, subject to the agreed vehicle and export arrangements. Sea freight time depends on your destination and the sailing schedule. Confirm the current loading estimate and transit estimate for your proposed order.
Tell us if you plan to use your own freight forwarder. We will discuss the handover and document arrangements before they are included in the quote.
DOCUMENTS
Documents provided
| Document | Notes |
|---|---|
| Commercial Invoice | Issued for the agreed order |
| Packing List | Issued for the agreed order |
| Export License | Individual certificate per vehicle — one car, one export certificate |
| Bill of Lading | Handled by the licensed China export partner |
Original documents are sent to you via international courier (such as DHL).
DIRECT ANSWERS
How importing used cars from China works
Short, factual answers about the process. Your written quote confirms the specifics for your order.
- Q: How do I import used cars from China?
- A: Six steps: share your destination, models and quantity; review the proposed vehicles and their specification; review the inspection records, photos and videos; agree the contract and payment arrangements; export customs clearance and documents are handled by our licensed China export partner; then confirm the shipping method, loading plan and schedule.
- Q: How long does it take to load a used car order from China?
- A: The reference schedule is loading at Nansha Port about 30 days after order confirmation, subject to the agreed vehicle and export arrangements. Sea freight time is estimated separately for your destination and sailing schedule.
- Q: What trade terms does Isum Car offer?
- A: FOB, FCA and CIF. We load at Nansha Port for sea freight and also arrange land transport via Khorgos for Central Asia. Your written quote identifies the applicable term, the named port or place, included services, excluded costs and handover responsibilities.
- Q: What documents are provided with an export order?
- A: Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Export License as an individual certificate per vehicle, and Bill of Lading. Original documents are sent via international courier such as DHL. We operate on a strictly one car, one export certificate basis.
- Q: Can I use my own freight forwarder?
- A: Yes. Tell us your preferred arrangements when you enquire. We discuss the handover, responsibilities and documents before they are included in the quote and contract.
- Q: Who handles export customs clearance?
- A: Our licensed export partner in China handles all China export customs clearance and the bill of lading. Contracts and payments are with Asia Isum Limited, Hong Kong — separate businesses with distinct roles.
Ready to discuss a buying plan?
Send your models, quantities and destination. We will check the proposed vehicles and discuss the next steps with you.