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Moving to the United Kingdom?

A Transfer of Residency (TOR) is a process in which an individual changes their country of residence. This can happen for several reasons, such as work, retirement, or lifestyle changes.

To import a car with a Transfer of Residency, you must provide proof of your new UK residence, such as a UK driving license or utility bill.

Additionally, the car must meet all relevant safety and emissions standards. You will need to pay any applicable taxes and import duties.

My Car Import can handle the full import and registration process for you. When complete, you will be able to legally drive your car in the UK.

Please complete our form so we can provide you with a quote for importing your car to the United Kingdom.

Need help with your ToR form?

To help you complete you ToR form, we have compiled a short video to guide you through the process.

1. Are you an agent acting on behalf of a client?

ANSWER: NO

2. What are you planning to do in the UK?

THERE MAY BE MANY REASONS WHY YOU MAY BE MOVING TO THE UK, SIMPLY CLICK THE ONE THAT APPLIES TO YOU.

3. Enter your details

FILL IN YOUR PERSONAL INFORMATION. MAKE SURE YOUR NAME IS THE SAME THROUGHOUT YOUR PAPERWORK.

4. Upload a picture of the photo page of your passport

YOU NEED TO EITHER SCAN YOUR PASSPORT ONTO YOUR COMPUTER OR TAKE A PICTURE OF IT. MAKE SURE YOU SAVE IT AS A JPG FILE.

5. What is your telephone number?

PROVIDE YOUR CURRENT PHONE NUMBER JUST IN CASE HMRC NEED TO CONTACT YOU ABOUT YOUR TOR APPLICATION.

6. Will you be living in the UK for 12 consecutive months?

TO APPLY FOR THE TRANSFER OF RESIDENCE SCHEME YOU WILL NEED TO LIVE IN THE UK FOR THE NEXT 12 MONTHS.

7. Have you lived outside the UK for at least 12 consecutive months?

LIKE QUESTION 6 YOU CAN ONLY APPLY FOR THE TRANSFER OF RESIDENCE SCHEME IF YOU HAVE LIVED OUTSIDE OF THE UK FOR THE LAST 12 MONTHS.

8. Are you already living in the UK?

YOU NOW NEED TO CONFIRM THE DATE YOU EXPECT TO ARRIVE IN THE UK.

9. Enter your current address

10. Upload proof of your current non-UK address

THESE DOCUMENTS MUST MATCH THE ADDRESS ON QUESTION 9. MAKE SURE YOU SAVE THESE IMAGES AS A JPG FILE.

11. Do you already know the permanent address where you will live when you come to the UK?

12. Upload proof of the address where you will stay

THE ADDRESS ON THESE DOCUMENTS MUST MATCH THE INFORMATION GIVEN ON QUESTION 12.

13. Is this the first time you have lived in the UK?

14. What do you want to claim tax relief on?

AS YOU ARE FILLING OUT THIS FORM, TO IMPORT YOUR VEHICLE TAX-FREE YOU’LL NEED TO CHECK THE OPTION OF THE VEHICLE.

15. Will you keep all of the items that you are claiming tax relief on for at least 12 months?

YOU WON’T BE ABLE TO CLAIM ON THE TOR SCHEME IF YOU ARE PLANNING ON SELLING THE VEHICLE WITHIN 12 MONTHS OF IT BEING HERE.

16. What type of car are you bringing to the UK?

WE WILL BE ABLE TO ASSIST YOU IN IMPORTING YOUR CAR, TRAILER, CARAVAN OR MOTORCYCLE SO IF ONE OF THOSE APPLIES TO YOU THEN CLICK THE APPROPRIATE BOX.

17. Details of the car

18. Upload a list of items you are bringing to the UK

THIS CAN BE A WORD DOCUMENT OR A SCANNED IMAGE OF THE ITEMS IN YOUR VEHICLE, YOU DO NOT NEED TO PROVIDE A VALUE TO YOUR ITEMS.
IF YOU’RE NOT BRINGING ANYTHING IN YOUR VEHICLE YOU STILL NEED A WORD DOCUMENT STATING ‘NO ITEMS OTHER THAN CAR’.

19. Have your goods already arrived in the UK?

20. Will you ship any of your goods before you move to the UK?

21. Will you import all of the goods within 12 months of moving to the UK?

22. Have you had possession of the goods for 6 consecutive months?

23. Will you continue using the goods for 12 months after moving to the UK?

IF YOU ARE PLANNING ON SELLING YOUR VEHICLE WITHIN THE FIRST 12 MONTHS OF ARRIVING YOU WILL NOT BE ELIGIBLE TO CLAIM ON THE TOR SCHEME.
IF YOU’RE NOT BRINGING ANYTHING IN YOUR VEHICLE YOU STILL NEED A WORD DOCUMENT STATING ‘NO ITEMS OTHER THAN CAR’.

24. Declaration

THIS IS YOUR CHANCE TO DOUBLE-CHECK ALL THE INFORMATION YOU HAVE INPUT INTO THE FORM, IF YOUR HAPPY ALL YOU NEED TO DO IS TICK THIS BOX AND SUBMIT.
IF YOU’RE NOT BRINGING ANYTHING IN YOUR VEHICLE YOU STILL NEED A WORD DOCUMENT STATING ‘NO ITEMS OTHER THAN CAR’.

You will want the following to support your ToR application:

A list of your possessions

A list of all the items you’re bringing to the UK – this can be a Word document or a scanned image of the items in your car, you do not need to provide a value to your items.

A copy of your ID

Your passport photo page – if you’re in the military and do not have a passport, you’ll need to provide a picture of your NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) orders or moving orders.

Proof of your UK address

Proof of your UK address, such as a utility bill (dated within the last 3 months) or a mortgage or rental agreement – if you do not have a UK address yet, provide either a statement from where you might be living or proof of temporary accommodation.

Proof of your old address

Proof of the non-UK address you’re moving from (or moved from previously), such as a utility bill (dated within the last 3 months) or a mortgage or rental agreement; this should be for your usual non-UK address.

Details of the car you are importing

All of the information to help identify your car along with the registration certificate and proof of purchase. It needs to have been owned for a period of time, so you need to prove that.

Before you start the form

You will want to scan the aforementioned documents ready for uploading onto the ToR form when you do the application.

What is the purpose of the Transfer of Residence form?

The Transfer of Residence (ToR) form, also known as the Transfer of Residence Relief form, is a document used by individuals who are moving their primary residence from one country to another. It is commonly used for customs purposes and may be required by the customs authority in the destination country.

The ToR form is typically used to claim relief or exemption from certain customs duties and taxes when importing personal belongings, household goods, and cars into the new country of residence.

It allows individuals to bring their possessions with them without incurring excessive taxes or import duties. They must be able to meet specific eligibility criteria and demonstrate that the items have been used and owned for a certain period.

The specific requirements and procedures for the ToR form vary depending on the country of origin and destination.

It’s essential to consult the customs authority or relevant government agency in the destination country to obtain accurate and up-to-date information on the process, documentation, and any applicable fees or regulations associated with the transfer of residence.

If you need help, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our friendly team.

Can anyone apply for the ToR to move to the United Kingdom?

As of September 2021, individuals planning to move to the United Kingdom can apply for Transfer of Residence (ToR) relief.

It is important to note that immigration and customs regulations can change, so it’s advisable to consult the latest information from the UK government or contact the UK customs authority for the most accurate and up-to-date details on the ToR process.

ToR relief allows individuals to bring their personal belongings, household goods, and cars into the UK without excessive customs duties or taxes. Eligibility criteria must be met, including demonstrating residency outside the UK for a specific period and proving prior ownership and use of the goods.

To initiate the ToR process, it is typically necessary to complete the relevant forms, submit supporting documentation, and adhere to the guidelines provided by the UK customs authority.

For the most up-to-date information on applying for ToR relief when moving to the United Kingdom, it is recommended to visit the official website of Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) or contact them directly.