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Terms and conditions for car export
ATTENTION: Not all cars can be permanently imported into the U.S. or Canada. Read below for more details.
Conditions for importing your car into the U.S.
To import a car into the U.S., you must meet one of the following conditions:
- The vehicle originally comes from or is manufactured in the United States, and you can prove this with a copy of the original U.S. title or a Certificate of Origin.
- The vehicle is over 25 years old.
If the car does not meet one of these conditions, it is only possible to temporarily import the vehicle for a maximum of one year. For this, the use of the car in the U.S. must comply with certain conditions and you need permission from the EPA (United States Environmental Protection Agency). For questions and additional information, please feel free to contact us.
Conditions for importing your car into Canada
To import a car into Canada, you must meet one of the following conditions:
- The vehicle originally comes from or is manufactured in Canada, and you can prove this with a copy of the original Canadian title or a Certificate of Origin.
- The vehicle is over 15 years old.
If the car does not meet one of these conditions, it is only possible to temporarily import the vehicle. For this, the use of the car in Canada must comply with certain conditions and you need permission from the Canadian Customs. Such temporary importation of the car must be applied for upon arrival. For questions, please feel free to contact us; we are happy to help.
Please note that when clearing customs in Canada (declaring for import), the final recipient of the car must be present at our agent's location. Otherwise, the car cannot be imported.
Conditions for importing your car into the United Arab Emirates
To import a car into the United Arab Emirates (UAE), you must meet a number of specific conditions:
- The vehicle must meet the technical and environmental standards of the UAE. This means that the car must be equipped with a catalytic converter and meet the emission requirements. European vehicles almost always meet the local environmental standards.
- You must have a valid certificate of origin and ownership, such as an original registration certificate and a purchase invoice.
- The car must be inspected and approved by the local authorities upon arrival in the UAE.
Please note that you must also pay import duties and VAT at the customs in the UAE. These costs are based on the value of the vehicle and any additional transport and insurance costs. For temporary importation, such as a stay of less than six months, different rules apply and you may be able to use a temporary permit.
Well prepared for your car export?
Make sure you arrange all necessary documents and permits on time to avoid delays and additional costs. For more information and assistance with the import process, please feel free to contact us; we are ready to assist you.
Are you planning to ship your car to another destination and want more information about the local laws and regulations at this destination? Request a non-binding quote and inquire about the possibilities!
