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Import a Car from United Kingdom
Complete guide 2026 • Non-EU — Customs
United Kingdom is not an EU member. Import tariffs (6.5%) and 21% VAT apply on the vehicle value. You need to process customs with a DUA.
The UK is NO LONGER part of the EU since Brexit. This means customs, tariffs and higher costs. Also, cars are right-hand drive (RHD), requiring special type approval.
Non-EU
Status
€1,200–€2,000
Transport
Range Rover
Top import
20%
VAT United Kingdom
Steps to import from United Kingdom
- 1
Search on autotrader.co.uk or cazoo.co.uk
The largest UK car portals.
- 2
Check if right-hand drive (RHD)
UK cars are right-hand drive. For Spain, conversion or special type approval is needed.
- 3
Handle customs and tariffs (post-Brexit)
6.5% tariff + 21% VAT applies. You need a DUA (Single Administrative Document).
- 4
Transport by ferry or Eurotunnel
Ferry from Portsmouth/Southampton to Bilbao/Santander, or Eurotunnel + road.
- 5
Type approval + ITV + DGT
Individual type approval mandatory if RHD. Then ITV and registration.
Tips for importing from United Kingdom
- 1Post-Brexit: 6.5% tariff + 21% VAT applies to imports
- 2RHD (right-hand drive) cars need individual type approval costing €1,000–€3,000
- 3Bilbao–Portsmouth ferries are the most direct option
- 4Prices in pounds may look attractive but calculate ALL extra costs
- 5Range Rover and Jaguar are significantly cheaper in the UK
Popular brands from United Kingdom
Range RoverJaguarBMWMercedesAudi
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