Need Help Importing A Vehicle To Ireland

Importing a Vehicle into Ireland?

Bringing a vehicle into Ireland from the UK, Japan or another country outside the EU? We can help you manage the customs clearance process.

What do Revenue Require ?

If you import a vehicle to Ireland from outside the EU (UK, Japan and other countries), you are required to complete a customs declaration and clear customs. You will need a customs agent to complete the declaration for you. We offer a personalised customs agent service for people importing vehicles to Ireland.

What service do you provide ?

We will complete the entire customs declaration process for you, this will allow you to clear customs quickly and easily. We will then issue you with a SAD document which you will need to VRT your vehicle.

How long does it take?

Most straightforward vehicle customs declarations can be completed quickly once we have the required information and documents.

Need it urgently? ontact us and we'll let you know what we need and how quickly we can process it.

How does it work ?

1. Send us your vehicle details. Send us the relevant vehicle and shipping documents, including the invoice and supporting documentation.

2. We check the customs requirements.We'll review the information and determine what is required to complete the customs declaration.

3. We prepare and submit the declaration.We'll complete the customs declaration and advise you of the customs duty, VAT and our agent fee.

4. You make the required payment.Once payment is made, we'll proceed with the customs clearance process.

5. Your vehicle is cleared.We'll provide the relevant customs documentation needed for the next stage of the vehicle registration process.

Importing a Japanese Vehicle?

Yes, there are a few additional requirements when importing a vehicle from Japan to Ireland.  Customs charges and port shipping fees must be fully paid before the vehicle can be released from the port.

You will need:

• Invoice
• The original Export Certificate (with English translation)
• Bill of Lading
• Proof of purchase and payment
• Notice of Arrival

Could your vehicle qualify for preferential duty?

Vehicles of Japanese origin may qualify for preferential treatment under the EU-Japan Economic Partnership Agreement, depending on the applicable origin requirements and supporting evidence.

We can help you establish what documentation is required for your customs declaration.

That's much more useful than simply saying "Japan imports have additional requirements."

If your vehicle is shipped in a container, container handling must be booked in advance so the vehicle can be accessed and released without delay.