Looking to import a camper from Northern Ireland...

Hi,

I am looking to buy a camper in NI. The camper has been registered in NI for over two years. When looking at your article on this, I will not have to pay any VAT nor customs duties. Is that correct?

Also, I am unsure what the NOx levy is and how to calculate it. The camper is a 2014 2.2-litre diesel.

Would you be able to give an indication on the NOx levy for this kind of vehicle please?

Rene (Waterford)

Jul 2025 Filed under: importing

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Expert answer

Hi Rene,

If the camper was imported into Northern Ireland properly over two years ago and used there - and you can prove that - then you should not be liable for VAT or import duty.

There is no NOx levy on campers, you'll be glad to know, just VRT at 13.3 per cent of what Revenue calls the Open Market Selling Price (OMSP).

Shane O' Donoghue - Complete Car Advisor