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Importing a Skoda Fabia vRS to the United Kingdom involves several steps and considerations to ensure a smooth and legal process. The Skoda Fabia vRS is a popular performance variant of the Fabia model, and importing one requires compliance with UK regulations and standards. Here’s a general guide to help you navigate the process of importing a Skoda Fabia vRS to the UK:

1. Research and Preparation:

  • Determine the specific Skoda Fabia vRS model you intend to import and verify if it complies with UK regulations and standards, including emissions and safety requirements.

2. Choose a Shipping Method:

  • Decide on the shipping method. You can choose between Ro-Ro (Roll-on/Roll-off) shipping or container shipping.

3. Purchase and Transport:

  • Purchase the Skoda Fabia vRS from the seller and arrange for transportation to the port of departure.

4. Customs Clearance:

  • Work with a customs clearance agent or shipping company to handle the necessary paperwork and customs formalities.

5. Pay Import Duty and VAT:

  • Pay any applicable import duty and Value Added Tax (VAT) on the car. The rates vary based on the car’s value and specifications.

6. Register the Vehicle:

  • Once the car arrives in the UK, register it with the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA). You’ll need to provide documentation such as the Vehicle Import Pack and any relevant certificates.

7. Obtain a Certificate of Conformity (CoC):

  • Some cars require a Certificate of Conformity to prove that they meet safety and environmental standards. Check if the manufacturer can provide this document.

8. MOT Test and Modifications (if needed):

  • The car may need to undergo a Ministry of Transport (MOT) test to ensure roadworthiness. Depending on its specifications, it might need modifications to meet UK standards.

9. Vehicle Tax and Insurance:

  • Pay the appropriate car tax and ensure you have insurance coverage for the Skoda Fabia vRS.

10. Registration and Plates:

  • Apply for car registration and obtain UK license plates.

11. Use the Vehicle:

  • Once registered and roadworthy, you can legally drive the imported Skoda Fabia vRS in the UK.

Remember that regulations and procedures can change over time, so it’s important to stay updated with the latest information from the DVLA and relevant authorities. Consider seeking assistance from customs clearance agents, shipping companies, and legal experts who specialize in car imports to ensure a successful and compliant import process.

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Will I pay import tax?

Are you moving to the UK?

If you are moving to the UK, have lived outside the UK for more than 12 months and have owned the car for more than 6 months, you will be eligible for a tax and duty free import.

To qualify, you will complete a Transfer of Residency application with HMRC. Customers of My Car Import have access to handy guides to complete this application.

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Have you bought a car from the EU?

Vehicles registered in the EU attract 20% import VAT, based on the purchase price of the car and any associated transport costs to bring it to the UK. The import VAT is calculated on your purchase invoice for the car, or a recent valuation if the invoice is more than 3 months old.

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Have you bought a car from outside the EU?

Vehicles registered outside the EU attract 20% import VAT and 10% import Duty, based on the purchase price of the car and any associated transport costs to bring it to the UK. The import VAT is calculated on your purchase invoice for the car, or a recent valuation if the invoice is more than 3 months old.

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Have you bought a classic car?

Vehicles over 30 years old qualify for a special rate of taxation, due to their historical interest, similar to an antiquity.

You will pay 5% import VAT and no import Duty, based on the purchase price of the car and any associated transport costs to bring it to the UK. The import VAT is calculated on your purchase invoice for the car, or a recent valuation if the invoice is more than 3 months old.

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Have you got a car that was formerly UK registered?

If you exported a car from the UK and are now returning with it, you may be able to import the car back into the UK tax free, as long as you can provide a UK purchase invoice when you acquired the car, along with a copy of your former UK V5C logbook.

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