How Much Does It Cost To Ship A Car From Australia To Ireland?

Suppose you’re relocating overseas from Down Under to The Emerald Isle. In that case, you may wonder if it’s worth bringing your vehicle along or selling it and getting a new one in The Emerald Isle. Read on for details and see how much you may pay regarding delivery costs, taxes, etc.

How Much Does It Cost To Ship A Car From Australia To Ireland?

Shipping a vehicle from Down Under to The Emerald Isle usually costs a minimum of AUD 4,000 When using a shipping container. RoRo (Roll On, Roll Off) shipping, where the vehicle is driven on and off of a specialized cargo ship, is usually a cheaper alternative, but does not allow you to ship your household belongings with your vehicle.

There are a lot of other factors that can affect the cost of shipping a car from Down Under to The Emerald Isle, like the size and make/model of your car, the total distance of the shipment, and even the time of year. We highly recommend consulting with an experienced international auto transportation company like A-1 AT for an accurate estimate.

Do I Need To Pay Taxes When I Relocate A Vehicle From Down Under To The Emerald Isle?

The Emerald Isle charges both VRT (Vehicle Registration Tax) and VAT (Value-Added Tax). If you have owned the vehicle and used it for at least six months while abroad and have not sold it for at least 12 months, you can avoid the VRT. The VAT applies to all cars except EU cars older than six months or 10,000+ kilometers on the odometer.

VRT is usually around 13.3% of the car’s value, but this can vary depending on the type of vehicle and its carbon emissions. Luckily, it’s quite easy to get an exemption for this tax.

However, it’s impossible to get a VAT exemption, however, unless you import an EU-built car that’s 6+ months old, or has more than 10,000km on the odometer. VAT rates for importing non-EU cars are currently 23%.

If you qualify for the VRT exemption and your vehicle was built in the EU, it may be worth bringing it to The Emerald Isle may be worth bringing it when you move. Otherwise, you could face extremely high taxes and duties, making bringing your vehicle to The Emerald Isle from Down Undera a much less cost-effective proposition.

Contact A-1 AT To Cargo Your Vehicle From Down Under To The Emerald Isle

A-1 Auto Transport is the company to call if you need assistance transporting a vehicle from Down Under to The Emerald Isle. We have experts in shipping and logistics on staff, so we can handle all the details, from packing to coordinating with customs. Contact us on our website or by phone to learn more and receive a quote for transporting a vehicle from Down Under to The Emerald Isle.