Exporting and Importing Vehicles

This section contains information and guidance on importing and exporting all vehicles.

Importing and Exporting Vehicle Forms
Applications forms for importing and exporting vehicles.

ISO Certification and Type Approval
Information and guidance on ISO certification.

Vehicle Approval Tests
Details on the vehicle approval scheme which ensures all imported or amateur built vehicles meet UK roadworthiness standards.

Further information on importing and exporting Links to another website.
Information on registering an imported vehicle, temporary imports, permanent and temporary exporting a vehicle.

Related Information

Legislation

Voluntary Community Transport Permits

Taxi Operator Licensing

Lorry Operator Licensing

Bus and Coach Operator Licensing

Do it Online

Check your MOT certificate Links to another website.

Apply for your tax disc online Links to another website.

Vehicle Recalls database Links to another website.

Tell DVLA your Vehicle is off the road (SORN) Links to another website.

News

25-03-08 Ashton Gate vehicle test station in Bristol now closed Links to another website.
After nearly 40 years, Bristol Goods Vehicle Test Station at Ashton Gate closed on 19 March, and will be moving to a new site at Merebank Road, Avonmouth.[This information is held on an external site]

17-03-08 Roadworks lifted for Easter getaway Links to another website.
The Highways Agency will be removing almost two thirds of roadworks from England's motorways and major A roads.[This information is held on an external site]

20-03-08 Drivers advised to take care on the roads as cold conditions expected this Easter weekend Links to another website.
The Highways Agency is advising drivers to take extra care on the roads this Easter bank holiday weekend.[This information is held on an external site]