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Importing a Car When Relocating

Written by Global Immigrate consultants · Reviewed by Oscar Yip, Founder & Managing Director

Summary

Duties, emissions and safety rules can make import uneconomic.

Short answer: importing a personal car means checking duty, VAT, emissions and safety standards. EU and Australian rules differ; modification and testing costs add up. Buying locally is sometimes simpler.

FAQ

LHD vs RHD?

Destination driving side affects registration.

New or used?

Used cars may struggle on emissions.

Temporary plates?

Local plates usually required after a deadline.

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