Do you have to pay import tax on cars from Northern Ireland?

You have to pay VAT on all used and new cars imported from Great Britain. If you buy a car in Northern Ireland, you only have to pay VAT in Ireland on new cars. An extra VAT charge could apply if the vehicle was not properly imported from Great Britain to Northern Ireland.

What is the cost of importing a car from Northern Ireland to Ireland?

Importing a New vehicle When buying a brand-new vehicle from Northern Ireland the UK VAT amount (20\%) will be refunded to you once the vehicle has been registered in the Republic of Ireland. You will then be required to pay Irish VAT at 23\% plus the VRT.

Is there VAT on cars imported from Northern Ireland?

VAT implications of importing vehicles from Great Britain and Northern Ireland. New vehicles brought into the State from another European Union (EU) Member State, including Northern Ireland (NI), are subject to Value-Added Tax (VAT).

How much is VRT on a car from Northern Ireland?

The VRT is generally 13.3\% of the OMSP and the minimum due is €125.

How do I import a car from UK 2021?

From 1 January 2021 you will now be required to do the following when importing a car from Great Britain to Ireland:

1. Complete a customs declaration.
2. Customs duty to be paid (up to 10\%) if applicable.
3. Pay Value Added Tax (VAT) at 21\% prior to presenting the vehicle for registration.

Can I still import a car from Northern Ireland to Ireland?

If a car to be imported into Ireland is first registered in Northern Ireland after January 1 2021, then it can be done without any checks on its customs status. In other words, current rules remain unchanged. VRT is still payable on such vehicles.

Can I still import a car from Northern Ireland?

Importing a vehicle from Northern Ireland customs duty, if applicable. Vehicle Registration Tax (VRT) VAT at import if they are subsequently imported into the State. (This VAT liability can be discharged by completing the Supplementary import declaration form.)

How long can you drive a UK reg car in Ireland?

12 months
How long can I drive in Ireland on UK plates? Vehicles from the UK can be temporarily driven in Ireland for up to 12 months.

Do I need a green card to drive from Northern Ireland to Republic of Ireland?

The European Commission has announced that insurance Green Cards are no longer needed for Northern Ireland drivers travelling to ROI and the rest of the European Union from Monday 2nd August 2021.

Can I import a car from UK to Northern Ireland?

All motor vehicles imported from the UK into the State must be registered within 30 days of the date they first arrive. However, there are some exceptions. VRT is charged in most cases when a vehicle is registered in the State.