Exporting vehicles from the UK to Poland, via Germany for custom clearance

Exporting vehicles from the UK to Poland, via Germany for custom clearance



Exporting cars from the UK to the EU, particularly through Germany for registration in Poland, requires a comprehensive understanding of the import duties, Value Added Tax (VAT), and excise duties applicable.



Import Duties



Cars exported from the UK to the EU are subject to import duties. The rate depends on the EU’s Common Customs Tariff. The duty rate for cars can vary, but it generally hovers around 10%.



VAT in the EU



General Rule: When a car is imported from the UK to an EU country like Germany, VAT is payable in the EU.



VAT Rate: The standard VAT rate in Germany is 19%.



Excise Duties Based on Engine Size



Excise Duty in Germany: Germany does not typically charge excise duty on cars; however, a road tax is applicable, which is based on engine size and CO2 emissions.



Excise Duty in Poland: Poland, on the other hand, has excise duties that vary based on engine size. Generally, the larger the engine, the higher the excise duty.

Engine Size (cc)

CO2 Emissions (g/km)

Excise Duty Rate (%)

Up to 1500
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