Costs to import a Transit crewcab from the North?

I'm thinking of importing a Ford Transit Custom crew cab from Northern Ireland into the Republic of Ireland. There are three seats in the back. I'd like to know the costs of import.

James Parke (Sligo)

Jul 2025 Filed under: importing

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Expert answer

Hi James,

If the vehicle has been in use in the North for "a reasonable amount of time" (according to Revenue) then there should be no VAT or import duty payable. You will need to obtain proof of that.

Assuming that is the case (and not that the Transit was just imported from England by a dealer in Northern Ireland to just sell on), really it's just VRT, which we believe should only be €200 for the van you've described.

Shane O' Donoghue - Complete Car Advisor