Vehicle Import Guide

Import high-quality Japanese used cars to your country with BeatMotors. Our vehicles, like Toyota Corolla or Honda Civic, are reliable and cost-effective. We partner with Autohub to simplify import processes worldwide. Information current as of October 12, 2025.

• Vehicle Age: Within 25 years (post-2000 for 2025). Classic cars need special permits.
• Safety & Emissions: Must meet EU/Japan standards (NZTA). Post-July 2000 minicars (<660cc) or post-1996 cars compliant.
• Biosecurity: JEVIC clean certificate required in Japan. Vehicles must be free of dirt/seeds.
• Pre-Approval: NZTA Vehicle Import Approval (VIA, ~$50 NZD) mandatory.
• Costs: Total $8,000–$25,000 NZD, including 15% GST (exempt for migrants). Calculate on our Cost Calculator.

• Vehicle Age: Generally, vehicles over 25 years (pre-2000 for 2025) under Classic Vehicle Scheme. Newer vehicles require Import Approval.
• Safety & Emissions: Must comply with Australian Design Rules (ADRs). Modifications may be needed.
• Biosecurity: Vehicles must be clean; quarantine inspection by DAFF (~$200–$500 AUD).
• Taxes: 10% GST + 5% duty on vehicle value. Luxury Car Tax (33%) for vehicles over $76,950 AUD (2025).
• Costs: Total $10,000–$30,000 AUD. Check Department of Infrastructure.

• Vehicle Age: No strict age limit, but vehicles over 7 years may need Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA).
• Safety & Emissions: Must meet UK/EU standards. Right-hand drive preferred; left-hand drive may require modifications.
• Taxes: VAT (20%) on vehicle value + shipping (exempt if previously owned). Duty 10% for cars, 0% under UK-Japan FTA.
• Registration: DVLA registration (£55) and MOT test required.
• Costs: Total £6,000–£20,000 GBP. See GOV.UK.

• Vehicle Age: Must be under 3 years from manufacture date.
• Safety & Emissions: Must meet Euro 5/6 standards. Pre-shipment inspection (e.g., JEVIC) required.
• Taxes: 7% GST + Excise Duty (20% of vehicle value). Certificate of Entitlement (COE, $30,000–$100,000 SGD) needed.
• Registration: LTA approval and registration fees (~$350 SGD).
• Costs: Total $50,000–$150,000 SGD due to COE. Check LTA.

• Vehicle Age: Vehicles over 25 years (pre-2000 for 2025) exempt from FMVSS/EPA standards under Classic Vehicle rule.
• Safety & Emissions: Newer vehicles must meet FMVSS (NHTSA) and EPA standards or require costly modifications.
• Taxes: Duty 2.5% for cars, plus state sales tax (0%–8%).
• Documentation: Customs Service Form 7501 and EPA Form 3520-1 required.
• Costs: Total $7,000–$25,000 USD for classic vehicles. Check NHTSA and CBP.