Ship a motorcycle from the USA to Belgium
AA Motorcycle Shipping coordinates door-to-port motorcycle shipping from anywhere in the United States to Belgium. Weekly sailings from 8 US departure ports to Zeebrugge. We manage your shipment start to finish — pickup, export documentation, ocean freight, and customs broker assignment. In business since 1983.
Or call 1-888-347-1391 — available 7 days a week
8 US departure ports — weekly sailings to Belgium
We coordinate pickups from anywhere in the continental United States and route your motorcycle to the nearest or most convenient departure port. Weekly sailings are available from all 8 locations.
Newark, NJ
Northeast US departures
Baltimore, MD
Mid-Atlantic US departures
Newport News, VA
Mid-Atlantic US departures
Charleston, SC
Southeast US departures
Jacksonville, FL
Southeast US departures
Brunswick, GA
Southeast US departures
Galveston, TX
Gulf Coast US departures
Long Beach, CA
West Coast US departures
Arrival port — Zeebrugge, Belgium
All motorcycle shipments from the USA to Belgium arrive at the Port of Zeebrugge — one of the largest RoRo ports in Europe.
Port of Zeebrugge
West Flanders, Belgium — North Sea coast, near Bruges
A major maritime hub handling containers, bulk cargo, ferries, and vehicles including motorcycles. The appointed recipient retrieves the motorcycle at the port and settles any applicable duties and taxes on-site.
Transit time — USA to Belgium
Expect your motorcycle to arrive in Belgium within 15 to 20 days from the US departure port. Transit begins once your bike is loaded onto the vessel at the departure port.
The full process runs door-to-port. We pick up your motorcycle from your home, dealership, or storage location anywhere in the continental United States and transport it to the designated departure port. Once your bike arrives at the port, it is checked in, documented, and loaded onto the next available sailing to Zeebrugge.
At the destination port, AA Motorcycle Shipping assigns a customs clearance broker on your behalf. The broker’s details are included in your Document Receipt. The recipient — or a representative — collects the motorcycle at the Port of Zeebrugge and handles any applicable import duties and taxes at that time. Payment of duties at the port is typically made in cash on-site.
RoRo vs container shipping — which is right for your Belgium shipment?
RoRo — Roll-On/Roll-Off
Standard — most international shipments
Your motorcycle is ridden onto a specialized vessel and secured to the deck. Guaranteed departure and arrival dates. Cost-effective and the most widely used international shipping method. Your bike is protected within the vessel — not exposed to the open ocean.
Container Shipping
Premium — high-value and vintage bikes
Your motorcycle is loaded into an enclosed steel shipping container for the ocean voyage. Maximum protection during transit. Recommended for vintage motorcycles, custom builds, and high-value bikes where added security is a priority.
From your door to the departure port
Before your motorcycle reaches the ocean, it travels by enclosed truck from your US location to the departure port. Two options are available for this leg of the journey.
Required documentation
Have the following ready before your shipment is booked. Missing documents can delay your departure date.
- Bill of sale
- Customs clearance broker — assigned by AA Motorcycle Shipping (details on your Document Receipt)
If you have questions about documentation for your specific situation, call us at 1-888-347-1391 before booking.
What to expect at the Port of Zeebrugge
AA Motorcycle Shipping assigns a licensed customs clearance broker for your Belgium shipment. The broker’s contact information and details are included in your Document Receipt, which is provided after booking. The broker handles the import clearance process on your behalf at the Port of Zeebrugge.
The recipient — or an authorized representative — is responsible for collecting the motorcycle at the port and settling any applicable import duties and taxes at that time. Duty payments are typically made in cash on-site at the port. The exact duty amount depends on the declared value of the motorcycle and applicable Belgian and EU import regulations at the time of arrival.
We do not publish estimated duty rates as these vary and are subject to change. Contact our team if you have specific questions about the customs process for your shipment.
Shipping a motorcycle from the USA to Belgium — four steps
Get a quote
Submit your request online at our international quote form with your bike’s year, make, and model, your US pickup zip code, and Belgium as the destination country. Or call us at 1-888-347-1391.
Schedule US pickup
We dispatch an enclosed truck to your US address — home, dealership, or storage unit. Your motorcycle is secured and transported to the designated US departure port. Non-palletized and palletized options available.
Vessel departs
Your motorcycle is loaded onto the next available RoRo or container vessel sailing from the US port to Zeebrugge. Weekly sailings are available. Guaranteed departure and arrival dates on RoRo sailings.
Collect at Zeebrugge
Your motorcycle arrives at the Port of Zeebrugge in approximately 15–20 days. Your assigned customs broker handles import clearance. You or your representative collects the bike at the port and settles any applicable duties.
Shipping motorcycles from the USA to Belgium since 1983
Belgium has one of the most active motorcycle touring scenes in Europe. The Ardennes — rolling forested hills in the south of the country — draw riders from across the continent, and expats arriving in Brussels or military personnel stationed at NATO headquarters regularly need their bikes shipped from the States. We’ve been handling these shipments for over 40 years.
AA Motorcycle Shipping is not a broker and not a lead-gen service. When you book with us, we coordinate your shipment from US pickup to Belgian port — one company, start to finish. We assign your customs clearance broker, provide all documentation, and confirm your sailing date. You don’t get handed off to a third party halfway through.
RoRo shipping is our standard method for Belgium and the rest of Europe. It’s the most cost-effective, widely used international method for motorcycles — and with guaranteed departure and arrival dates, you know exactly when your bike is moving. For high-value customs, vintage Harleys, or anything where maximum protection is the priority, container shipping is the alternative.
Weekly sailings from 8 US ports mean there’s almost always a departure available regardless of where you are in the country. East Coast riders typically depart from Newark, Baltimore, or Charleston. West Coast riders use Long Beach. Gulf Coast riders depart from Galveston. We’ll route your pickup to the most practical port for your shipment.
Every type of motorcycle — shipped internationally
Harleys, Hondas, BMWs, Ducatis, Triumphs, Indians, Kawasakis, Yamahas, Suzukis — cruisers, tourers, adventure bikes, sport bikes, vintage classics, custom builds. If it has two wheels and a motor, we’ve shipped it internationally.
- Harley-Davidson (all models)
- Sport bikes & crotch rockets
- Cruisers & touring bikes
- Adventure & dual-sport bikes
- Vintage & classic motorcycles
- Custom builds
- Electric motorcycles
- Trikes & sidecars
For electric motorcycles, oversized bikes, or sidecars, call us before booking — some configurations have special handling requirements for ocean freight.
How to pay for your Belgium motorcycle shipment
- Zelle
- Venmo
- Bank of America deposit
- Wire transfer
- Cashier’s check
- Regular check
- Credit card
- Debit card
We also ship motorcycles to these European countries
Belgium is one of more than a dozen international destinations we serve. If your destination isn’t listed, call us — we ship to more countries than those shown here.
France
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View detailsGoogle reviews — AA Motorcycle Shipping
“My experience with AA Motorcycle Shipping was excellent. My Softail HD is spotless with no blemishes — it was picked up in Wisconsin and dropped off in California in the same condition. The staff and drivers were kind and professional. I would highly recommend them.”
Shipping a motorcycle from the USA to Belgium — common questions
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How much does it cost to ship a motorcycle from the USA to Belgium?
We do not publish flat rates for international shipments as pricing depends on the motorcycle’s year, make, and model, your US pickup location, the departure port, and the shipping method (RoRo or container). Use our international quote form or call 1-888-347-1391 to get an accurate quote for your specific shipment.
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How long does it take to ship a motorcycle from the USA to Belgium?
Expect approximately 15 to 20 days from the US departure port to the Port of Zeebrugge in Belgium. This does not include the domestic transit time from your US pickup location to the departure port, which typically adds a few additional days depending on your location.
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What is RoRo shipping and is it safe for motorcycles?
RoRo stands for Roll-On/Roll-Off. Your motorcycle is ridden onto a specialized vessel and secured to the deck inside the ship — protected from the open ocean. RoRo is the most widely used and cost-effective international shipping method for motorcycles, with guaranteed departure and arrival dates. The vast majority of our international motorcycle shipments to Belgium use RoRo.
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What is the difference between RoRo and container shipping?
RoRo is the standard method — your motorcycle is secured inside the vessel on its own wheels. Container shipping loads your bike into an enclosed steel shipping container for the ocean voyage, providing maximum protection. Container shipping is recommended for vintage motorcycles, custom builds, or high-value bikes where added security during transit is the priority.
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What documents do I need to ship a motorcycle to Belgium?
You will need the bill of sale for your motorcycle. AA Motorcycle Shipping assigns a licensed customs clearance broker on your behalf — the broker’s details are provided in your Document Receipt after booking. If you have questions about documentation for your specific situation, call us before booking at 1-888-347-1391.
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How does customs and import duty work when shipping to Belgium?
AA Motorcycle Shipping assigns a licensed customs clearance broker who handles the import process at the Port of Zeebrugge. The recipient — or an authorized representative — collects the motorcycle at the port and is responsible for settling applicable import duties and taxes on-site. We do not publish specific duty rates as these vary based on the motorcycle’s declared value and applicable Belgian and EU import regulations at the time of arrival.
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What does door-to-port mean for a Belgium motorcycle shipment?
Door-to-port means we pick up your motorcycle from your US address — home, dealership, or storage unit — and coordinate everything through to the Port of Zeebrugge in Belgium. We handle the US domestic leg (pickup to departure port) and the ocean freight leg. From the port in Belgium, the recipient collects the bike after customs clearance.
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Is a military or veteran discount available for international shipments to Belgium?
Yes — Military, Veteran, and 1st Responder discounts are available including for international shipments. NATO personnel and military members shipping to Belgium are welcome to ask about the discount. Submit your quote online first, then call us at 1-888-347-1391 to apply it before booking.
Ready to ship your motorcycle from the USA to Belgium?
Submit your request online — provide your bike details, US pickup zip, and Belgium as the destination. We’ll get back to you promptly with a quote.
Get an international shipping quote →Or call 1-888-347-1391 — available 7 days a week. Live chat also available.
