Importing a car to the UK
Importing and exporting cars from the UK can sometimes be complicated to navigate with the information varying online.
We can assist with the end to end process of exporting and importing to any country worldwide handling just part or the whole process including processing the taxes in the country of destination and delivery to your door.
Our vast experience will ensure your vehicle is looked after all the way from country to country and we pride ourselves on our reputation for customer service and the personal touch.
From one off shipping for a single purchase to motor vehicle collectors, motoring brands and manufacturers you can put your trust in us to ship safely and effectively for you.
We import and export through every major port world wide and can help where needed to ensure that delays are kept to a minimum
1 - Check if your car is eligible for import before importing your car to the UK. Check with DVLA to see if your car meets UK requirements, including emissions standards and roadworthiness. You may also need to pay customs duty, VAT, and other taxes depending on how the vehicle was acquired.
2 - Choose a shipping method once you've confirmed that your car is eligible for import, The most common options are Roll on Roll off (RoRo) shipping, where the car is driven onto a ship and secured in place, or container shipping, where the car is placed inside a container for transport. Each method has its own advantages and disadvantages and value will play a big part in your decision. We can assist with quotes for both and help you make the decision how the car should ship.
3 - MSE International Freight will clear the vehicle when it arrives in the UK and calculate the tax liability for you and once paid, it can be released from the customs hold.
4 - Register your car with the DVLA once your car has cleared customs. MSE can help with the beginning stages of the registration process all the way through to obtaining the log book for you & completing IVA formalities.
5 - Importing a car through customs in the UK can take time and effort, but with the right preparation and professional help from us, you can bring your vehicle into the country smoothly and legally.
For assistance with any imports, contact us today
Email - Customs@mseinternationalfreight.com
Phone - +44 203 488 5210
