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Import and Registration Process for Cars in Europe
After your car arrives in the destination country, there are some steps and costs to finalize the registration process. Below is a breakdown of the key costs and processes involved for European countries:
1. PORT CLEARING AGENT IN THE DESTINATION COUNTRY
You’ll need to hire a Port Clearing Agent to handle customs clearance, container unloading, and car handover.
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What they do: Manage customs and logistics to release your car from the port.
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How we help: We work with trusted agents in many countries to get you the best deal.
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Approx. Cost: $300 per car.
2. CUSTOMS DUTY & VAT
These are mandatory taxes that must be paid before you can collect your car:
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Customs Duty:
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10% of the car purchase price.
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10% of the shipping cost.
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VAT: 17%–27% of the car purchase price (varies by country).
Your Port Clearing Agent will assist with customs clearance and payments.
3. Certificate Of Conformity (CoC) AND REGISTRATION
To register your car, you’ll need a Certificate of Conformity (CoC) and pass a registration inspection:
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CoC Document: Confirms the car meets local standards.
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Where to get it: TÜV NORD (exportgutachten@tuev-nord.de) or the car brand's official dealer.
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Cost: Starts at $100.
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Documents needed: Vehicle registration copy, VIN number, and model details.
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Registration Inspection: Conducted at a registration center in your country.
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Cost: Approx. $200.
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Once cleared, you can collect temporary registration plates to start driving.
EXAMPLE OF TOTAL COSTS (IN USD)
Here’s a sample cost breakdown for registering a $100,000 car in Germany:
• Car price in Dubai: $100,000
• Shipping (in a shared container): $940
• VAT (Germany, 19%): $19,000
• Customs Duty (10% of car price): $10,000
• Customs Duty (10% of shipping): $94
• Customs Clearance at Port: $300
• Registration Inspection Fees: $200
• CoC Document: $100
• Easy Go Service Fee: $399
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Total Cost to Register the Car in Germany: $131,033
