What is the age restriction on imported cars in Ireland?

Vehicles should not be older than 25 years in order for them to be imported in Ireland.

Do I need a license from the government to import cars in Ireland

No. There is no requirement for a license by the government. However, you need to obtain an import approval for both the importation of the automobile and the supply of the automobile within the Ireland market.

How much car import tax must I pay when importing a vehicle from Japan to Ireland?

Taxes and duties applied depend upon the country of origin. If the vehicle originates from a country with a free trade agreement with Ireland, such as Japan, then only a 10% tax is charged.

Can I import a Japanese car to Ireland?

Japanese cars can be imported in Ireland through its seaports.

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Import Regulation

Year Restriction

No Restriction

Shipping Port

Dublin

Time to Ship

3 to 5 weeks

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Pre-shipment inspection

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Age Limit

There is no age restriction for cars to be imported from Ireland to Japan.

Right-Hand Drive Vehicles

Ireland is a left-hand traffic country, which means that right-hand drive vehicles are allowed in the country.

Inspection

Vehicles older than 4 years old entering Ireland should go through the National Car Test (NCT). This applies even if the vehicles have received any test abroad previously.

Import Duties and Taxes on Used Cars in Ireland

10% custom duty is applied on the used vehicles
A VAT of 21% is applied on the used vehicles
Vehicle registration tax (VAT) is applied based on the automotive industry's open market selling price (OMSP).
OMSP depends upon factors such as engine size, model, market value, roadworthiness condition, and year of the vehicle.
Shipping is 700 to 900 Euros, depending upon the vehicle’s size

Documents Required for Import of Vehicle in Ireland

Original invoice - Provide evidence of payment of tax on the vehicle.
The importer needs to complete a Declaration for Registration.
Irish customs form 1076
Original vehicle document with the engine, chassis number, and owner’s name

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I did not need to go through any issues except the slightly later delivery, However, customer service handled it for me. Thanks for the service.

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Suzuki ALTO

The nicest encounter I have ever had while buying anything off the internet. SAT’s team raised my standards for both customer service and car conditions with my Alto.

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Jul 23, 2024

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Mazda CX-3

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Jun 10, 2024

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Honda GRACE

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Jun 10, 2024

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My experience with SAT was great. The sales team was knowledgeable and helped me make the right choice. I am very happy with my Toyota Prius Alpha.

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Jun 10, 2024

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Toyota COASTER

The interior had a small stain on the back seat that was not visible in the photos. Customer support was polite and offered me a discount on my next purchase. Overall, I appreciate how they handled it, that was a positive experience.

Isaac Omondi

May 05, 2025

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Mazda CX-8

I had trouble understanding the import process at first, as there was a lot of paperwork. SAT Japan walked me through it and sent detailed guidance and support. Now that it's all done, I'd happily go through it again.

Amos Kipchumba

May 05, 2025

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Mitsubishi DELICA D2

Communication was a bit slow during the holiday week, which made me nervous. Once things picked up, SAT Japan handled everything professionally. The car I received was clean, reliable, and affordable.

Lawrence Wekesa

May 05, 2025

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Toyota ISIS

Joshua hickey

The nicest encounter...

Suzuki ALTO

Billy Moloney

Fantastic support

Mazda CX-3

Samuel fagan

Helpful and friendly

Nissan X-TRAIL

Abhi Kawatra

Amazing service

Honda GRACE

Paul Murphy

Great experience

Toyota PRIUS ALPHA

Benjamin Brown

The interior had a s...

Toyota COASTER

Isaac Omondi

I had trouble unders...

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Communication was a ...

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