Customs Clearance of your Vehicle

Even of we have not arranged the shipping of your car or motorcycle we can take over on arrival. There are many rules and regulations concerning the imports of vehicles, it takes a specialist to be able to offer fast, efficient and personal service - RJJ Freight Ltd. With our many years experience of importing vehicles, we are able to ensure that the correct import procedures are followed and the appropriate duty and VAT is applied. In some circumstances tax relief will apply.

FROM SHIP TO DOOR WE SMOOTH THE WAY

On arrival in the UK, we arrange the Customs Clearance, ensuring your vehicle is declared to HM Customs & Excise in the correct manner and with relevant taxes and duties being paid. Or in certain circumstances ensuring import tax relief is granted for the vehicle.

Once the vehicle is cleared of customs we can arrange for the unloading of your vehicle from the container directly into our nominated warehouse where you can take delivery.

If you shipped by RoRo there is no container handling involved, and your vehicle is available for collection from the shipping lines terminal.

We will undertake all liaisons with the shipping lines to ensure the vehicle is released to you. You only have one payment to make to us prior to collection of your vehicle.

Or should you prefer we will arrange for it to be delivered to your door. For more information go to our page on Car & Motorcycle Collection & Delivery Services.

IMPORT DUTY & VAT

The rate of import duty can vary for motor vehicles depending on their function and place of manufacture. Passenger vehicles have a different duty rate to commercial vehicles for example. VAT at 17.5 % is normally applied to all imported vehicles, based on the purchase price.

TAX RELIEF

In certain circumstances we can apply for relief from duty on the basis of the vehicles place of manufacture. Cars of a certain age or with a special history can sometimes secure tax relief. Vehicles imported as part of change of residence can be imported without paying duty or VAT. Temporary imports can also be free from taxes. The importer must however, meet with required criteria.

CORRECT DOCUMENTATION

Each imported vehicle requires a special declaration to UK Customs and must be accompanied by correct documentation. This is where our knowledge and experience are invaluable. We are always available to discuss and advise you on your import requirements in detail should you wish.