Importing a Car from the UK: What Irish Buyers Need to Know

Importing from the UK can widen your choice and sometimes save money, but the rules changed after Brexit. Here's the shape of it.

The main costs

• VRT — based on the vehicle's value and emissions.
• Customs duty — may apply depending on where the car was made.
• VAT — can apply on imports; check your specific case.

The process

• Confirm the car's origin and documentation before buying.
• Book a VRT appointment after it arrives.
• Register, tax and insure before driving regularly.

Always check the current Revenue guidance, as rates and rules change. Done an import recently? Share your experience below.