Do I pay VAT on importing a car from NI?
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The question
Hi,
I'm thinking of purchasing a car in Northern Ireland and then importing it to the south. I understand about the VRT procedure, but can you explain what the story with paying the VAT is? When? Where? Etc.
Asked by AnnMarie Tunney ·
Expert answer
Hi Ann Marie,
You’ll only have to pay VAT if the car is younger than six months, or has less than 6,000km on the clock. If you have to pay VAT, you’ll be told the amount during the VRT inspection process.
Read our guide to importing a car from the UK
Answered by Neil Briscoe