Importing your car from Greece to the United Kingdom
We can help with the full process
Whether its part of all of the import process you require, trust our team of experts to import and register your vehicle for you in the UK
Why choose My Car Import?
Most of the cars we register from Greece are already in the United Kingdom. If you require transportation, don’t hesitate to let us know at the quote stage of the process.
All cars are fully insured during their transit to the UK, and we handle customs entry paperwork and transport to simplify the process for you.
Once your car has cleared customs and arrives at our premises, we begin modifications
Most cars imported from overseas will require modifications to adhere to UK road standards. We conduct all work onsite at our privately owned IVA testing lane.
For cars that are under ten years old, your car will need to comply with UK-type approval. We can either do this via a process called mutual recognition or through IVA testing.
Every car is different and every manufacturer has different support standards for assisting their clients through the import process.
Please enquire so we can discuss the optimum speed and cost options for your circumstances.
Left-hand drive cars from Greece will require certain modifications, including headlight patterns to avoid glare for oncoming traffic, the speedo to display the miles per hour reading, and the rear fog light if not already universally compliant.
With our extensive catalogue of imported vehicle makes and models, we can rapidly provide you with an estimate.
Please get in touch with our friendly team to start your import journey.
- We modify your car at our premises
- We test your car at our premises
- We take care of the entire process
Frequently asked questions
What is the process for importing cars under ten years old?
We do this using an IVA test. We have the only privately operated IVA testing facility in the UK which prevents long waiting times associated with government testing centres.
We IVA test every week on-site and have a fast turnaround.
What is the process for importing cars over ten years old?
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 before registration. The modifications depend on the age but are generally to the rear fog light.
If your car is over 40 years old, it doesn’t need an MOT test and can be delivered directly to your UK address.
How long does it take to ship a car from Greece to the United Kingdom?
The shipping time can vary based on several factors. Typically, the transportation duration for shipping a car from Greece to the United Kingdom by container ranges from 5 to 10 days. However, it’s important to note that this is just an estimated timeframe, and actual shipping times can be influenced by factors such as the shipping route, carrier, customs procedures, and any potential delays.
The exact route taken by the carrier can vary, but typically, the car will be transported by sea from Greece to a port in the United Kingdom. Common arrival ports in the UK for car shipments include ports such as Southampton, Felixstowe, and Tilbury. However, the specific port of arrival may depend on the carrier and their services.
At My Car Import we take care of the entire process of getting your car here and there are other options like roll on roll off and road freight.
We will always do our best to offer you the most cost effective way of transporting your car to the United Kingdom in a timely manner.
Can you import my motorbike from Greece to the United Kingdom?
We can assist with the importation of your motorbike to the United Kingdom from Greece. Just fill in the quote form and we will let you know more about the process.