Will there be VAT and import duty on this MG HS from the North?
Hi,
I am trying to find out if an MG HS Trophy PHEV for sale in Belfast in Northern Ireland would be considered according to this: “A vehicle that has previously been in use in NI can be registered for Vehicle Registration Tax (VRT) in the State without liability to additional Customs Duties and import Value-Added Tax (VAT).”
It is an ex-demo car that is being sold as “used”. It was registered in Northern Ireland by the dealer 17 October 2024 and so is over six months old. Am I right in thinking it is not subject to VAT, and if so, will the V5C showing the date of registration in Northern Ireland be enough to register the car for VRT?
Yours sincerely
Mark Latimer (Dublin)May 2025 Filed under: importing
Expert answer
Hi Mark,
If, as it seems from your description, the dealer registered that car new in Northern Ireland, then I can confirm that you will have no VAT or customs duty payable on importation.
Shane O' Donoghue - Complete Car Advisor