Buying UK car and taking to NI is straight forward - same as buying car in England and selling in Wales or Scotland

Eire Complex -

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• Importing a used car from the UK to Ireland can involve several costs, including customs duty (10% for vehicles manufactured outside the EU), VAT (23%), Vehicle Registration Tax (VRT), and potentially the NOx Emissions Levy.

• 1. Customs Duty:

• EU Origin:

  If the car was manufactured in the UK (a member of the EU until 2020), you may be able to claim UK preferential origin, which could reduce or eliminate the 10% customs duty.

• Non-EU Origin:

  If the car was manufactured outside the EU (e.g., USA, Japan), a 10% customs duty will apply to the customs value of the vehicle.

• Returning Goods Relief (RGR):

  If the car was originally manufactured in the EU, temporarily exported to the UK, and is now being brought back to Ireland, you may be eligible for RGR, which could reduce or eliminate the customs duty.

• 2. Value Added Tax (VAT):

• All vehicles imported into Ireland are subject to 23% Irish VAT.

• 3. Vehicle Registration Tax (VRT):

• The VRT is calculated based on the Open Market Selling Price (OMSP) of the vehicle and its CO2 emissions.

• VRT rates vary depending on the car's CO2 emissions level.

• 4. NOx Emissions Levy:

• An additional NOx Emissions Levy may also be payable, depending on the vehicle's emissions.

• 5. Other Costs:

• UK VAT:

  Be aware that you may have already paid UK VAT (20%) on the purchase price of the car, so you may need to explore options for reclaiming it.

• Foreign Exchange Fees:

  Account for any fees related to currency exchange.

• Travel Costs:

  Factor in costs for flights, ferry/lorry transport, accommodation, and meals.

• Car History Check:

  Consider conducting a car history check to assess the vehicle's history.