Can I claim back VAT on a UK import?
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The question
Hi,
Can I claim VAT back on a second hand UK car? I’m not VAT-registered. I’m looking at importing a Jan 2020 electric Peugeot e-208.
Cheers
Dave Bohan (Cork)
Asked by Dave Bohan ·
Expert answer
Hi Dave,
I’m afraid not. If you were VAT-registered and buying a commercial vehicle strictly for business use, then yes you could, but on a private car? No way, I’m afraid. Worse, you’ll have to pay VAT in two territories thanks to Brexit, unless you're buying from Northern Ireland.
Read our Guide to Importing Cars from the UK feature for more.
Answered by Neil Briscoe