Rest of the Middle East → United Kingdom
Importing your car from the Middle East to the United Kingdom
We import from right across the Middle East – tell us where your car is and we’ll price the whole job.
- Export and deregistration arranged
- Shared container rates
- Modifications and testing in house
- DVLA registration handled
Why choose My Car Import?
We handle the entire process
We can handle the whole process of importing your car, including the export, shipping, customs clearance, UK inland trucking, compliance testing and DVLA registration. We handle the entire process, saving you time and unforeseen costs.
The process starts with you either getting your car collected or dropping it off at the port.
We typically ship the cars using shared containers, which allows you to benefit from a reduced rate due to sharing the cost of the container with other cars we are importing on behalf of clients. Container shipment is a safe and secure way to import your car into the UK and is often the most cost-effective. If you would like a dedicated 20ft container for your car then please ask.
The customs clearance process and paperwork required to clear your car are handled by ourselves to ensure your car does not incur any additional storage fees.
Compliance
Once your car has cleared customs and is delivered to our premises we modify the car
The car is modified and tested by ourselves for compliance in the United Kingdom. After which all relevant testing is undertaken onsite at our privately owned IVA testing lane.
Once all prerequisites are satisfied, My Car Import takes care of the car registration process. From obtaining UK registration plates to completing necessary paperwork with the DVLA, we handle the details to ensure a smooth and hassle-free registration experience for your imported car.
Once your car is registered, My Car Import provides convenient delivery and collection services. Our team ensures a seamless and secure transfer, bringing your car directly to your desired location or arranging for collection at our designated facility.
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Tell us which country your car is in and we’ll price the whole job.
Frequently asked questions
Every vehicle is different. If yours isn’t covered here, just ask.
What is the process for importing cars under ten years old?
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.
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 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.
Importing from somewhere else?
We collect from right across the EU. Pick a country for the guide to bringing a car home from there.
North America
Asia–Pacific
Middle East
Europe outside the EU
Africa