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Use the Notification of Vehicle Arrivals (NOVA) online service to tell HMRC that you're importing multiple vehicles.
Get help to classify various types of vehicles such as mobility scooters, dumpers and utility vehicles, all-terrain vehicles and e-bikes for import and export.
Importing vehicles into the UK - register imported vehicles, GB conversion IVA scheme, type approval, vehicle excise duty and VAT
You must complete certain steps as soon as you bring a vehicle into the UK…
You have 14 days to tell HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) after you bring a…
HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) will tell you if you have to pay VAT or duty…
Get vehicle approval to show that your imported vehicle meets…
You must register any vehicle you bring into the UK permanently. You…
You must register a vehicle when you reimport it to the UK if it has been:…
You can usually use a vehicle with foreign number plates without…
You need to pay HMRC before you can register a vehicle if both of the…
If your vehicle has been damaged, rebuilt or modified in another country,…
Apply for a certificate of entitlement to relief from duty and VAT on the import or withdrawal of a motor vehicle if you are visiting forces.
You can claim a relief to pay less Customs Duty and VAT if you re-import goods to the UK.
Find out how to import your personal belongings, pets and private motor vehicles when moving or returning to the UK.
Type approval, individual (IVA), motorcycle single vehicle approval, voluntary approval, certificate of initial fitness, accessibility approval, fees, forms, replacement certificates
Find out how the CPD Carnet works, how to apply and what to do at customs.
The certificate of conformity ensures the free movement of goods and must be supplied to the buyer of a new vehicle when the vehicle is delivered.
VAT for car dealers and members of the motor trade - how to reclaim VAT and what to charge when you sell a vehicle
You can claim relief on Customs Duty, VAT and Excise Duty if you're importing goods for testing, analysis or examination to the UK.
The controls that apply if you transport waste out of or into England.
Use form C179B to declare your vehicle to Customs and claim any relief from duty and VAT that may apply to private motor vehicles exported from the UK before.
How to account for VAT on vehicles and fuel you use for your business.
Find out what you need to do when importing commercial goods into Great Britain in your accompanied baggage or small vehicle.
Apply for Individual Vehicle Approval (IVA) if you’re making or importing a single bus or coach, or a very small number of buses or coaches.
What you need to know and do to export or import objects of cultural interest.
If you have a disability, or are an organisation supporting disabled people, you may be able to claim relief from Customs Duty and VAT.
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