What Paperwork Is Needed for International Shipping with Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers?

[PunchLister]

Hi, I’m looking into buying equipment internationally through Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, and I’m curious about the paperwork involved when shipping across borders. I know customs requirements can vary depending on the destination country. What documents are usually required when exporting equipment from a Ritchie Bros. auction? Do they help with things like export declarations or bills of lading, or is that something buyers usually handle themselves? Would appreciate hearing from anyone who has gone through the international shipping process before.

 

[USVeteran]

When exporting equipment purchased at a Ritchie Bros. auction, there are usually a few key documents required before the machine can be released and shipped.

Common ones include:

1. Paid invoice / item release ticket
2. Bill of lading or transport document
3. Export customs declaration or proof of export
4. Proof of transport (like CMR in Europe or similar documents)
5. Import paperwork required by the destination country

In many cases, buyers are responsible for arranging transport, customs brokers, duties, and compliance with import regulations in their own country.

 

[kksajib6]

Hi, I'm looking into buying equipment internationally through Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, and I'm curious about the paperwork involved when shipping across borders. I know customs requirements can vary depending on the destination country. What documents are usually required when exporting equipment from a Ritchie Bros. auction? Do they help with things like export declarations or bills of lading, or is that something buyers usually handle themselves? Would appreciate hearing from anyone who has gone through the international shipping process before.

 

[sulababa]

For international shipping after buying from Ritchie Bros. Auctioneers, you'll usually need a commercial invoice, export declaration, and a bill of lading. Many buyers handle shipping through a freight forwarder, but RB Logistics can sometimes help coordinate transport and paperwork.

 

[seanbanks013]

That's a great question. Shipping heavy gear across the bordre can definitely be a headache if you don't have your ducks in a row. In my experience, while RB Global (the parent company for Ritchie Bros.) provides the essential sale documents like the paid invoice and release forms, the heavy lifting on the export/import side usually falls on you.
One thing I'd highly recommend is hiring a dedicated customs broker early in the process. They can handle the Power of Attorney and the automated export system (AES) filings that the government requires. Also, don't forget about 'cleanliness' certificates-some countries are real sticklers about soil or debris on used machines. It's usually worth the extra cost to have a broker coordinate with your freight forwarder so you aren't stuck paying storage fees while paperwork sits in limbo at the port. Good luck with the bid