When you import a car into France, you have two options for registering it. First, you can register it as soon as you purchase the vehicle. However, you also have the option of doing so later. But be aware that if you exceed the one-month deadline, you may be fined €135.
Registration Procedures for a Car from Abroad in France Note that the registration process for a new or used car from abroad in France differs.
To complete the process,
here are the parameters to consider:
- Registering a New Car
- If you purchased a new car outside the EU, you will generally have to pay a customs duty of 10% on its pre-tax value. Otherwise, you will be exempt from this tax. In addition to this, there is VAT. All new vehicles imported from abroad are subject to VAT at the standard rate of 20%. Therefore, consider purchasing your vehicle VAT-free in its country of origin, as even though a refund is possible, it can be a real hassle.
- To register the vehicle, you will need the following documents:
- A vehicle registration application
- A registration mandate
A certificate of technical conformity
The original transfer certificate And certificate no. 846 A (if the purchase was made outside the EU).
Registering a foreign vehicle in France
Registering a used car For a used car, however, registration primarily requires the owner’s identity document and proof of residence (less than 6 months old). It is also mandatory to download and complete form cerfa no. 13750, which is available on the website:https://www.service-public.fr/
Finally, don’t forget the technical conformity certificate and the tax clearance certificate.
How much does it cost to register a foreign vehicle in France?
