Clear The Roads For Eu Imports
Brand-new European models with EC type approval
Take a look beyond the borders. New cars often cost considerably less with our neighbours. However, they are also partially fitted with different technical equipment.
If there is an EG type approval (EG-TG) for the new car, the car manufacturer or an importer authorised by the car manufacturer only needs to issue the certificate of conformity (CoC).
This document allows you to register the car at your registration office without any problems. A complete vehicle inspection is not required.
EU import of used car with EG type approval
You require the registration papers providing verification of the initial registration date for used import cars. In this case, the car can be also registered based on a Certificate of Conformity (CoC). If German regulations require the car to undergo a general inspection, you must have the inspection conducted first. You then submit the test report along with the Certificate of Conformity and the foreign registration papers to your registration office.
EU Import of a used car without EG type approval
If you cannot submit a Certificate of Conformity for your vehicle, you require a certificate according to § 21 of the Road Traffic Licensing Regulations and an exhaust gas inspection certificate.
The TÜV expert inspects everything according to the law and order to issue you the required certificate. You then take this certificate to the responsible registration office. There, you will receive your registration certificates and the official registration plate.
You would be best to arrange an appointment directly at your TÜV STATION. You require a temporary license plate from your registration office for the trip to the TÜV STATION. However, this is not required if the vehicle is still registered and insured abroad and the licence plates are still valid.
Take a look beyond the borders. New cars often cost considerably less with our neighbours. However, they are also partially fitted with different technical equipment.
If there is an EG type approval (EG-TG) for the new car, the car manufacturer or an importer authorised by the car manufacturer only needs to issue the certificate of conformity (CoC).
This document allows you to register the car at your registration office without any problems. A complete vehicle inspection is not required.
EU import of used car with EG type approval
You require the registration papers providing verification of the initial registration date for used import cars. In this case, the car can be also registered based on a Certificate of Conformity (CoC). If German regulations require the car to undergo a general inspection, you must have the inspection conducted first. You then submit the test report along with the Certificate of Conformity and the foreign registration papers to your registration office.
EU Import of a used car without EG type approval
If you cannot submit a Certificate of Conformity for your vehicle, you require a certificate according to § 21 of the Road Traffic Licensing Regulations and an exhaust gas inspection certificate.
The TÜV expert inspects everything according to the law and order to issue you the required certificate. You then take this certificate to the responsible registration office. There, you will receive your registration certificates and the official registration plate.
You would be best to arrange an appointment directly at your TÜV STATION. You require a temporary license plate from your registration office for the trip to the TÜV STATION. However, this is not required if the vehicle is still registered and insured abroad and the licence plates are still valid.
