Importing your car from Croatia to the United Kingdom

The time it takes to ship a car from Croatia to the United Kingdom can vary depending on several factors, including the shipping method, the specific locations of departure and arrival, and any potential delays.

Please note that the above transit times are estimates and can be affected by factors such as weather conditions, port congestion, customs clearance, and other logistical issues.

Yes, you can import a classic car from Croatia to the UK. However, the process involves several steps and requirements that we take care of, including checking the car’s eligibility, the documentation, customs duties and taxes, compliance with UK safety and emissions standards, transportation, and registration once the car arrives.

Classic cars often come with a history that adds to their value. If your classic car has historical significance, make sure you have the relevant documentation to support its heritage.

Yes, you can insure an imported Croatian car in the UK, though there may be some differences compared to insuring a domestically registered car.

Not all insurance companies will insure an imported car, so it is worth contacting several providers. Have the car’s details and documentation to hand, tell the insurer about any modifications made to meet UK standards, and mention if the car is left-hand drive, as some insurers have different policies for LHD cars. There are also specialist insurers who focus on imported and classic cars.

We do this using an IVA test. We have a privately operated IVA testing facility in the UK, meaning your car will not be waiting for a testing slot at a government testing centre, which can take weeks, if not months to obtain. We IVA test every week on-site and therefore have the fastest turnaround to get your car registered and on UK roads.

Every car is different and every manufacturer has different support standards for assisting their clients through the import process, so please get a quote so we can discuss the optimum speed and cost option for your circumstances.

We manage the whole process on your behalf, whether that is dealing with the homologation team of your car’s manufacturer or the Department for Transport, so you can relax in the knowledge that you will be legally registered with the DVLA in the shortest time possible.

We have built an extensive catalogue of the makes and models of cars we have imported so can give you an accurate estimate of what your car will require to be ready for its IVA test.

Cars over 10 years old are type approval exempt but still require a safety test, called an MOT, and similar modifications to an IVA test prior to registration. The modifications depend on the age but are generally to the rear fog light.

If your car is over 40 years old it does not need an MOT test and can be delivered directly to your UK address ahead of it being registered.