Import guides
How to import a Japanese car, country by country
The rules, taxes and paperwork differ a lot between countries. Pick yours — each guide is a reference we keep up to date, with the real numbers, not just the theory.
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Ireland
VRT, VAT, NCT and registration — the full process
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Duty, VAT and IVA explained
Coming soonAustralia
RVSA, SEVS and ROVER explained
Coming soonNew Zealand
NZTA, MPI and the 20-year rule
Coming soonAfrica
Age limits and duty, country by country
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Latest guides
Ireland
How to Import a Car from Japan to Ireland
The six stages from choosing a car to registering it, in order — and what each one costs.
IrelandVRT in Ireland for Japanese Imports: VAT, OMSP, and a Worked Example
Why Revenue’s VRT calculator can fail on JDM-only models like the Aqua, with a worked example in real euros.
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