Once the vehicle has cleared customs, it will need to undergo compliance and registration for use on NZ roads. This is a fairly simple process that we have outlined it in this article.
There are many different compliance depots in Auckland, your best bet is to simply google ‘Vehicle Compliance ’ and find one nearby to your final destination so it’s easy for you to collect the vehicle upon completion.
Cost is generally around AUD 420.00 + GST for a standard Australian vehicle as long as no work is needed, this would be payable directly to your chosen compliance depot.
The compliance depot will then issue you with a ‘certificate of compliance’ and a ‘warrant of fitness’ and from there your final step is to head to a NZTA branch where you be able to register the vehicle, obtain your number plates and then you can head back to the compliance depot, they can assist in attaching the plates for you and then you drive away all done and dusted.
Registration costs vary depending on the age and model of the vehicle, but general range between AUD 135.00 and AUD 190.00.
You will also need to double check with the compliance depot that your vehicle will meet NZ emissions standards, further information on this on the following link –
Class and Standards
Note: You should do this BEFORE you ship your vehicle, in the rare case that you don’t meet emissions exemptions criteria, or your vehicle does NOT meet emissions exemptions criteria, or your vehicle does NOT meet emissions standards, you will not be able to register the vehicle in NZ so best to always check first.
The Vehicles will need to undergo both Compliance and a Warrant of Fitness in order for it to be registered for use on NZ roads. You will need to check with a NZ compliance facility BEFORE shipping your vehicles to ensure it meets emission and frontal impact standards.
A simple google search (vehicles Compliance ) will provide you with options for companies who are able to perform this work.
We can deliver the vehicle directly into your chosen compliance depot once its cleared from the port, this is all included in your quote.
Once the motorcycle has been cleared through both NZ customs and quarantine, it will need to be complied and registered for use on NZ roads. You will need to contact a motorcycle compliance facility to obtain an estimate of these costs.As long as the compliance facility is within a 30km radius of the port then we will deliver the motorcycle there for you, all included in your quote. If choosing to ship via RoRo then delivery to the compliance facility is included in your quote as long as the compliance facility is within a 30km radius of the port. If shipping via the shared container method, then delivery is not included, however we can assist in moving the bike for you for an additional cost if you wishWe are able to assist with movement and delivery of the bike to your chosen compliance facility for an additional cost if you wish.
If the bike is more than 10 years old, it will simply need to pass an MOT and it can be registered and driven on UK roads
If the bike is less than 10 years old, then it will need an MSVA prior to being registered in the UK for the first time. Modifications that might be necessary include:
- headlamp dipped beam pattern - this checks the headlamp is suitable for driving on the left
- speedometer - the speed must be shown in miles per hour (mph) or dual mph and kilometres per hour
- mirror location - on mopeds fitted with a single mirror, the mirror must be fitted to offside (right)of the bike.
If you would like more information on getting your bike on the road in the UK you can check out this link -https://www.gov.uk/vehicle-approval/motorcycle-single-vehicle-approval
Boats do not require any form of registration in NZ, however the trailer will need to pass a warrant of fitness in order for it to be registered for use on NZ roads.
Any local mechanical workshop / NZTA will be able to assist you in completing a Warrant of Fitness on the trailer. We include delivery within 20km of the destination port so as long as you choose one within this limit we can deliver it directly there from the port so you can get this completed, get the trailer registered and tow it away.
Caravans / Camper Trailers only require a warrant of fitness in order to be registered and towed on NZ roads and it's a simple process.
There are many different mechanical workshops who can complete a Warrant of Fitness for you. A simple google search will bring up many options or we can point you in the right direction if need be. We include delivery within 20km of your chosen destination so we can deliver the Caravan / Camper Trailer to any workshop of your choosing within this area.
Once you arrive into NZ, you'll need to head into a VTNZ / NZTA and register the caravan / camper trailer. You will need to bring along the following documentation:
- Proof of ownership (1 of the below)
- Original invoice
- Original Registration document*
- Original Insurance document
- Photo ID of Owner
*If you cannot obtain a hardcopy original registration certificate from the relevant state transport authority, then you will need to get a copy stamped and signed off by the Australian Transport Department in order for it to be accepted by the NZTA.
You are able to register it without the Caravan / camper trailer being present. They will issue you with number plates and then you will need to let the workshop know the registration details and that will allow them to complete the warrant of fitness. On the day of collection just bring your new plates along with you, and they can be attached and the caravan / camper trailer can be towed away from there!
Compliance requirements for Motor homes depend on a number of factors, their Gross Vehicle Mass, how many seat belts they have, if they have gas appliances etc etc.. It's best to get in touch with a VTNZ at your chosen destination port to run through the requirements and costs for your specific Motor home prior to deciding to ship it across so you know what to expect on arrival.
A simple google search should turn up some mechanic workshops that can assist, and we can also point you in the right direction if need be.
Registration costs also vary depending on the size and specifics of the motorhome, here is a link to the NZTA website which will provide you with more information - https://www.nzta.govt.nz/vehicles/vehicle-types/motorhomes-caravans-light-trailers/
In terms of documentation, you will need the following:
- Proof of ownership (1 of the below)
- Original invoice
- Original Registration document*
- Original Insurance document
- Photo ID of Owner
*If you cannot obtain a hardcopy original registration certificate from the relevant state transport authority, then you will need to get a copy stamped and signed off by the Australian Transport Department in order for it to be accepted by the NZTA
If the vehicle is more than 10 years old, no compliance work is necessary, the vehicle simply needs to pass an MOT test and then you can register and drive the vehicle.
If the vehicle is less than 10 years old, then it will need to undergo full compliance, this generally totals around GBP 1260.00 including 12 months UK registration, This price includes transport costs ex Southampton port to our recommended compliance depot in Milton Keynes although excludes any repair or modification charges necessary to pass the IVA compliance test.
Most vehicles from Australia are compliant, other than we usually have to:
1) Fit a replacement speedometer face indicating MPH (Miles per Hour) - Pricing varies between around 75.00 and 325.00 GBP.
2) Fit a rear fog-light to the UK off-side, approximately 155.00 GBP if required.
3) Remove any window tint on the driver and front passenger windows and the windscreen, around 85.00 GBP if required.
4) Remove and replace any bull-bars or tow-bar, Pricing depend on the labour time.
It's always difficult to provide exact pricing on compliance as every make and model varies but the above price will provide a good guideline, if you would like firm pricing based on your vehicle specifics please just contact us and we can quote you accordingly
If Milton Keynes is a bit far out of the way you are welcome to use any other compliance facility in the UK, you are under no obligation to use our compliance service. Simply let us know who you want to use and we will work with them directly to move your vehicle there once its cleared through UK customs.
We work with an excellent team in the UK for both customs clearance and compliance, we would be happy to put you in touch with them directly if you have any questions regarding the clearance process for either option.
Once the vehicle has cleared customs, it will need to undergo compliance and registration for use on NZ roads.
Willship can handle the basic compliance process for you for AUD 420.00
This cost covers all the relevant compliance checks and documentation required in order to register the vehicle in NZ.
If the vehicle is not up to NZ standards then our workshop has the ability to complete the repairs / work required to get it up to standard and they will bill you the low cost of only NZD 80.00 + GST per hour plus parts to complete the relevant work if need be.
The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) require the following documentation to enable us to comply your vehicle. Please note the documents differ depending on the age of the vehicle. Vehicle’s that have had modifications carried out may also require additional certification.
Vehicles between 1999 and 2010- Proof of ownership (1 of the below)
- Original invoice
- Original Registration document*
- Original Insurance document
- Photo ID of Owner
The vast majority of vehicle’s in this age bracket do not meet NZ’s Euro 4 Emissions or Frontal Impact Standards, however if you have owned and used the vehicle for in excess of 12 months in Australia, and have lived outside NZ for more than 21 months then you are able to claim the ‘Immigrants Exemption’ which we can apply for on your behalf – There is an additional cost of AUD 200.00 if we need to go down this path, and we will used various documentation to prove to the NZTA that you meet the above mentioned exemption criteria.
Vehicles between 2011 and 2019
- Proof of ownership (1 of the below)
- Original invoice
- Original Registration document*
- Original Insurance document
- Photo ID of Owner
*If you cannot obtain a hardcopy original registration certificate from the relevant state transport authority, then you will need to get a copy stamped and signed off by the Australian Transport Department in order for it to be accepted by the NZTA.
Please note that ALL vehicles require an ADR Plate to be adhered to the vehicle.
Our compliance facility is located in Sockburn in Christchurch, if you hold a NZ Drivers Licence they can register the vehicle for you, if not, there is an NZTA just down the road and they can either drop you down once the vehicle is ready to go so you can register it yourself, or they can put a dealer plate on your car to allow you to drive it there legally in order to get it registered.
The timeframe for vehicle compliance is around 2 working days from when it’s delivered from the port into the compliance facility.
Registration costs in NZ are also much cheaper than Australia, generally between NZD 130.00 and NZD 200.00 depending on the specifics of the vehicle.
Once the vehicle has cleared customs, it will need to undergo compliance and registration for use on NZ roads.
Willship can handle the basic compliance process for you for AUD 420.00
This cost covers all the relevant compliance checks and documentation required in order to register the vehicle in NZ.
If the vehicle is not up to NZ standards then our workshop has the ability to complete the repairs / work required to get it up to standard and they will bill you the low cost of only NZD 80.00 + GST per hour plus parts to complete the relevant work if need be.
The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) require the following documentation to enable us to comply your vehicle. Please note the documents differ depending on the age of the vehicle. Vehicle’s that have had modifications carried out may also require additional certification.
Vehicles between 1999 and 2010
- Proof of ownership (1 of the below)
- Original invoice
- Original Registration document*
- Original Insurance document
- Photo ID of Owner
The vast majority of vehicles in this age bracket do not meet NZ’s Euro 4 Emissions or Frontal Impact Standards, however if you have owned and used the vehicle for in excess of 12 months in Australia, and have lived outside NZ for more than 21 months then you are able to claim the ‘Immigrants Exemption’ which we can apply for on your behalf – There is an additional cost of AUD 200.00 if we need to go down this path, and we will used various documentation to prove to the NZTA that you meet the above mentioned exemption criteria.
Vehicles between 2011 and 2019
- Proof of ownership (1 of the below)
- Original invoice
- Original Registration document*
- Original Insurance document
- Photo ID of Owner
*If you cannot obtain a hardcopy original registration certificate from the relevant state transport authority, then you will need to get a copy stamped and signed off by the Australian Transport Department in order for it to be accepted by the NZTA.
Please note that ALL vehicles require an ADR Plate to be adhered to the vehicle.
Our compliance facility is located in Penrose in Auckland, if you hold a NZ Drivers Licence they can register the vehicle for you, if not, there is an NZTA just down the road and they can either drop you down once the vehicle is ready to go so you can register it yourself, or they can put a dealer plate on your car to allow you to drive it there legally in order to get it registered.
The timeframe for vehicle compliance is around 2 working days from when it’s delivered from the port into the compliance facility.
Registration costs in NZ are also much cheaper than Australia, generally between NZD 130.00 and NZD 200.00 depending on the specifics of the vehicle.
Once the motorcycle has cleared customs, it will need to undergo compliance and registration for use on NZ roads.
Willship can handle the basic compliance process for you for AUD 420.00
This cost covers all the relevant compliance checks and documentation required in order to register the bike in NZ. If the bike is not up to NZ standards then our workshop has the ability to complete the repairs / work required to get it up to standard and they will bill you the low cost of only NZD 80.00 + GST per hour plus parts to complete the relevant work if need be.
The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) require the following documentation to enable us to comply your motorcycle.
- Proof of ownership (1 of the below)
- Original invoice
- Original Registration document*
- Original Insurance document
- Photo ID of Owner
*If you cannot obtain a hardcopy original registration certificate from the relevant state transport authority, then you will need to get a copy stamped and signed off by the Australian Transport Department in order for it to be accepted by the NZTA.
Please note that ALL motorcycles require an ADR Plate to be adhered to the bike.
Our compliance facility is located in Penrose in Auckland (or Sockburn, Christchurch for Lyttelton quotes), if you hold a NZ Drivers Licence they can register the bike for you, if not, there is an NZTA just down the road and they can either drop you down once the vehicle is ready to go so you can register it yourself, or they can put a dealer plate on your bike to allow you to ride it there legally in order to get it registered.
The time frame for motorcycle compliance is around 2 working days from when it’s delivered from the port into the compliance facility.
Registration costs in NZ are also much cheaper than Australia, this cost varies depending on the capacity of the motorcycle, You can't find out your exact costs here - https://www.nzta.govt.nz/vehicles/licensing-rego/vehicle-fees/registration-fees/
Once the motorcycle has cleared customs, it will need to undergo compliance and registration for use on NZ roads. This is a fairly simple process that we have outlined it in this article.
There are many different compliance depots in Wellington / Nelson - your best bet is to simply google ‘Motorcycle Compliance Nelson / Wellington' and find one nearby to your final destination so it’s easy for you to collect the bike upon completion.
The most popular facility in Wellington is the VTNZ in Lower hutt - https://vtnz.co.nz/branches/lower-hutt/
The most popular compliance facility in Nelson is the VTNZ on either Vanguard Street or Pascoe Street - https://vtnz.co.nz/branches/nelson-vanguard-st/ / https://vtnz.co.nz/branches/nelson-pascoe-st/
If you choose to ship via roll on, roll off, delivery to your chosen compliance depot is included in the cost as long as they are within 20km of the destination port. We can deliver the bike directly here after its cleared through both customs and MPI (New Zealand Quarantine)
Cost is generally around NZD 250.00 + GST for a standard Australian vehicle as long as no work is needed, this would be payable directly to your chosen compliance depot.
The compliance depot will require the following documentation:
- Proof of ownership (1 of the below)
- Original invoice
- Original Registration document*
- Original Insurance document
- Photo ID of Owner
*If you cannot obtain a hardcopy original registration certificate from the relevant state transport authority, then you will need to get a copy stamped and signed off by the Australian Transport Department in order for it to be accepted by the NZTA.
The compliance depot will then issue you with a ‘certificate of compliance’ and from there your final step is to head to a NZTA branch where you be able to register the motorcycle, obtain your number plates and then you can head back to the compliance depot, they can assist in attaching the plates for you and then you ride away all done and dusted.
Registration costs in NZ are also much cheaper than Australia, this cost varies depending on the capacity of the motorcycle, You can't find out your exact costs here - https://www.nzta.govt.nz/vehicles/licensing-rego/vehicle-fees/registration-fees/
You will also need to double check with the compliance depot that your motorcycle will meet NZ emissions standards, further information on this on the following link - Class and Standards
Note: You should do this BEFORE you ship your bike, in the rare case that you don’t meet emissions exemptions criteria, or your vehicle does NOT meet emissions standards, you will not be able to register the bike in NZ so best to always check first.
Once the vehicle has cleared customs, it will need to undergo compliance and registration for use on NZ roads.
Willship can handle the basic compliance process for you for AUD 420.00
This cost covers all the relevant compliance checks and documentation required in order to register the vehicle in NZ. If the vehicle is not up to NZ standards then our workshop has the ability to complete the repairs / work required to get it up to standard and they will bill you the low cost of only NZD 80.00 + GST per hour plus parts to complete the relevant work if need be.
The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) require the following documentation to enable us to comply your vehicle.
Please note the documents differ depending on the age of the vehicle. Vehicle’s that have had modifications carried out may also require additional certification.
Vehicles between 1999 and 2010
- Proof of ownership (1 of the below)
- Original invoice
- Original Registration document*
- Original Insurance document
- Photo ID of Owner
The vast majority of vehicle’s in this age bracket do not meet NZ’s Euro 4 Emissions or Frontal Impact Standards, however if you have owned and used the vehicle for in excess of 12 months in Australia, and have lived outside NZ for more than 21 months then you are able to claim the 'Immigrants Exemption’ which we can apply for on your behalf – There is an additional cost of AUD 200.00 if we need to go down this path, and we will used various documentation to prove to the NZTA that you meet the above mentioned exemption criteria.
Vehicles between 2011 and 2019
- Proof of ownership (1 of the below)
- Original invoice
- Original Registration document*
- Original Insurance document
- Photo ID of Owner
*If you cannot obtain a hardcopy original registration certificate from the relevant state transport authority, then you will need to get a copy stamped and signed off by the Australian Transport Department in order for it to be accepted by the NZTA.
Please note that ALL vehicles require an ADR Plate to be adhered to the vehicle.
Our compliance facility is located in Penrose in Auckland (or Sockburn, Christchurch for Lyttelton quotes), if you hold a NZ Drivers Licence they can register the vehicle for you, if not, there is an NZTA just down the road and they can either drop you down once the vehicle is ready to go so you can register it yourself, or they can put a dealer plate on your car to allow you to drive it there legally in order to get it registered.
The time frame for vehicle compliance is around 2 working days from when it’s delivered from the port into the compliance facility.
Registration costs in NZ are also much cheaper than Australia, generally between NZD 200.00 and NZD 300.00 depending on the specifics of the vehicle. You can't find out your exact costs here - https://www.nzta.govt.nz/vehicles/licensing-rego/vehicle-fees/registration-fees/
Once the vehicle has cleared customs, it will need to undergo compliance and registration for use on NZ roads. This is a fairly simple process that we have outlined it in this article.
There are many different compliance depots in Wellington / Nelson - your best bet is to simply google ‘Vehicle Compliance Nelson / Wellington' and find one nearby to your final destination so it’s easy for you to collect the vehicle upon completion.
The most popular facility in Wellington is the VTNZ in Lower hutt - https://vtnz.co.nz/branches/lower-hutt/
The most popular compliance facility in Nelson is the VTNZ on either Vanguard Street or Pascoe Street - https://vtnz.co.nz/branches/nelson-vanguard-st/ / https://vtnz.co.nz/branches/nelson-pascoe-st/
If you choose to ship via roll on, roll off, delivery to your chosen compliance depot is included in the cost as long as they are within 20km of the destination port. We can deliver the vehicle directly here after its cleared through both customs and MPI (New Zealand Quarantine)
Cost is generally around NZD 420.00 + GST for a standard Australian vehicle as long as no work is needed, this would be payable directly to your chosen compliance depot.
The compliance depot will require the following documentation:
- Proof of ownership (1 of the below)
- Original invoice
- Original Registration document*
- Original Insurance document
- Photo ID of Owner
*If you cannot obtain a hardcopy original registration certificate from the relevant state transport authority, then you will need to get a copy stamped and signed off by the Australian Transport Department in order for it to be accepted by the NZTA.
The compliance depot will then issue you with a ‘certificate of compliance’ and from there your final step is to head to a NZTA branch where you be able to register the vehicle, obtain your number plates and then you can head back to the compliance depot, they can assist in attaching the plates for you and then you drive away all done and dusted.
Registration costs in NZ are also much cheaper than Australia, generally between NZD 200.00 and NZD 300.00 depending on the specifics of the vehicle. You can't find out your exact costs here - https://www.nzta.govt.nz/vehicles/licensing-rego/vehicle-fees/registration-fees/
You will also need to double check with the compliance depot that your vehicle will meet NZ emissions standards, further information on this on the following link - Class and Standards
Note: You should do this BEFORE you ship your vehicle, in the rare case that you don’t meet emissions exemptions criteria, or your vehicle does NOT meet emissions standards, you will not be able to register the vehicle in NZ so best to always check first.
Once the vehicle has cleared customs, it will need to undergo compliance and registration for use on NZ roads.
Willship can handle the basic compliance process for you for AUD 420.00
This cost covers all the relevant compliance checks and documentation required in order to register the vehicle in NZ. If the vehicle is not up to NZ standards then our workshop has the ability to complete the repairs / work required to get it up to standard and they will bill you the low cost of only NZD 80.00 + GST per hour plus parts to complete the relevant work if need be.
The New Zealand Transport Agency (NZTA) require the following documentation to enable us to comply your vehicle.
Please note the documents differ depending on the age of the vehicle. Vehicle’s that have had modifications carried out may also require additional certification.
Vehicles between 1999 and 2010
- Proof of ownership (1 of the below)
- Original invoice
- Original Registration document*
- Original Insurance document
- Photo ID of Owner
The vast majority of vehicle’s in this age bracket do not meet NZ’s Euro 4 Emissions or Frontal Impact Standards, however if you have owned and used the vehicle for in excess of 12 months in Australia, and have lived outside NZ for more than 21 months then you are able to claim the 'Immigrants Exemption’ which we can apply for on your behalf – There is an additional cost of AUD 200.00 if we need to go down this path, and we will used various documentation to prove to the NZTA that you meet the above mentioned exemption criteria.
Vehicles between 2011 and 2019
- Proof of ownership (1 of the below)
- Original invoice
- Original Registration document*
- Original Insurance document
- Photo ID of Owner
*If you cannot obtain a hardcopy original registration certificate from the relevant state transport authority, then you will need to get a copy stamped and signed off by the Australian Transport Department in order for it to be accepted by the NZTA.
Please note that ALL vehicles require an ADR Plate to be adhered to the vehicle.
Our compliance facility is located in Penrose in Auckland (or Sockburn, Christchurch for Lyttelton quotes), if you hold a NZ Drivers Licence they can register the vehicle for you, if not, there is an NZTA just down the road and they can either drop you down once the vehicle is ready to go so you can register it yourself, or they can put a dealer plate on your car to allow you to drive it there legally in order to get it registered.
The time frame for vehicle compliance is around 2 working days from when it’s delivered from the port into the compliance facility.
Registration costs in NZ are also much cheaper than Australia, generally between NZD 200.00 and NZD 300.00 depending on the specifics of the vehicle. You can't find out your exact costs here - https://www.nzta.govt.nz/vehicles/licensing-rego/vehicle-fees/registration-fees/
Once the vehicle has cleared customs, it will need to undergo compliance and registration for use on NZ roads. This is a fairly simple process that we have outlined it in this article.
There are many different compliance depots in Wellington / Nelson - your best bet is to simply google ‘Vehicle Compliance Nelson / Wellington' and find one nearby to your final destination so it’s easy for you to collect the vehicle upon completion.
The most popular facility in Wellington is the VTNZ in Lower hutt - https://vtnz.co.nz/branches/lower-hutt/
The most popular compliance facility in Nelson is the VTNZ on either Vanguard Street or Pascoe Street - https://vtnz.co.nz/branches/nelson-vanguard-st/ / https://vtnz.co.nz/branches/nelson-pascoe-st/
If you choose to ship via roll on, roll off, delivery to your chosen compliance depot is included in the cost as long as they are within 20km of the destination port. We can deliver the vehicle directly here after its cleared through both customs and MPI (New Zealand Quarantine)
Cost is generally around NZD 420.00 + GST for a standard Australian vehicle as long as no work is needed, this would be payable directly to your chosen compliance depot.
The compliance depot will require the following documentation:
- Proof of ownership (1 of the below)
- Original invoice
- Original Registration document*
- Original Insurance document
- Photo ID of Owner
*If you cannot obtain a hardcopy original registration certificate from the relevant state transport authority, then you will need to get a copy stamped and signed off by the Australian Transport Department in order for it to be accepted by the NZTA.
The compliance depot will then issue you with a ‘certificate of compliance’ and from there your final step is to head to a NZTA branch where you be able to register the vehicle, obtain your number plates and then you can head back to the compliance depot, they can assist in attaching the plates for you and then you drive away all done and dusted.
Registration costs in NZ are also much cheaper than Australia, generally between NZD 200.00 and NZD 300.00 depending on the specifics of the vehicle. You can't find out your exact costs here - https://www.nzta.govt.nz/vehicles/licensing-rego/vehicle-fees/registration-fees/
You will also need to double check with the compliance depot that your vehicle will meet NZ emissions standards, further information on this on the following link - Class and Standards
Note: You should do this BEFORE you ship your vehicle, in the rare case that you don’t meet emissions exemptions criteria, or your vehicle does NOT meet emissions standards, you will not be able to register the vehicle in NZ so best to always check first.
You must make an appointment with NCT within 7 days of bringing a foreign vehicle into Ireland, and register it within 30 days to avoid additional charges. You will need to pay VRT, get a registration number for your vehicle, and pay the motor tax before you can drive the vehicle in Ireland. More information on this process and the requirements can be found at this link - https://www.revenue.ie/en/importing-vehicles-duty-free-allowances/guide-to-vrt/vehicle-registration-tax/index.aspx
If you are transferring your residence to Ireland permanently then you might be eligible for VRT relief. You will need to meet the following criteria to be granted relief:
- be the owner of the vehicle/s at the time of transfer
- • have had possession and actual use of the vehicle/s:
- outside the State for at least 6 months prior to transfer in the case of relief from the payment of VRT
- not be a student returning to the State having attended a school, university or other educational or vocational establishment abroad
- not be a person who was living abroad in order to carry out a task of definite duration of less than one year
- not had VRT relief granted within the last five years
Your vehicle will need to meet the following criteria:
- have been acquired duty-paid i.e. with all local taxes paid and not refunded
- have arrived in the State within one year of the date of transfer of residence
- not reflect any commercial/business interest of the applicant.
You will also have to provide a document that shows your vehicle's emissions to the NCT or they will not allow you to register it in Ireland.
