Our UK Car Import Service
How it works
When importing vehicles into the UK, you need to ensure that your automobile is customs cleared and that the DVLA have approved it. This involves payment of duty and VAT (if applicable), and will include registration with the DVLA.
Below is the process for customs clearing a car in the UK.
What do you need to import a car into the UK?
Submit your details to us
To start the process of importing your vehicle into the UK, simply complete our online form, where you’ll provide some essential details about your vehicle so our team can get a clear understanding of your needs and begin handling the import process for you. Once we receive your submission, a member of our experienced team will be in touch and we’ll take care of everything, making your vehicle import as smooth and hassle-free as possible.
Online Form
Send us your documents
For us to declare your car to HMRC, we need the following documents from you:
A commercial invoice (if your purchase was in the last three months), or a valuation of your vehicle from a UK garage. Note that the DVLA do not accept online evaluations or a photo of the VIN/chassis number
A vehicle logbook.
You can send these documents to us by emailing us
Review and Confirm the Import Declaration
After we receive your vehicle details, our team will draft a complete import declaration based on the provided information. We’ll then send this declaration to you for review, allowing you to confirm all details before we proceed. This step is essential to ensure the accuracy of the information submitted to customs and helps prevent delays. Once you’re satisfied with the declaration’s accuracy, you can confirm it with us so that we can proceed to the next stage of the import and clearance process smoothly.
Customs Clearance and VAT Processing
Once you’ve confirmed the declaration, we’ll clear the vehicle through customs on your behalf, processing any applicable VAT. Please note that this VAT is non-refundable once paid. Following customs clearance, we initiate the necessary procedures to obtain the NOVA (Notification of Vehicle Arrival) from HMRC.
NOVA Documentation Delivery
Once HMRC issues the NOVA, we’ll send the documentation directly to you. This document is essential for your vehicle’s registration in the UK, finalising the import process and preparing your vehicle for UK roads.
