Qualitex Trading – Affordable Japanese Used Cars for Sale & Worldwide Shipping

Documentation Required (for Japanese vehicles)

Vehicle Purchase Invoice

Original Registration Papers

Certificate of Conformity (COC)

For technical compliance; shows CO₂ emissions needed for Motor Vehicle Tax (DMV).
If not available, a copy can sometimes be obtained from Japanese providers.

Certificate of Origin

Proves the car's origin; important for customs assessment.
Since Japan is non-EU, EUR.1 or EU origin certificates do not apply.
Standard customs duty applies (typically 5% for North Macedonia for non-EU vehicles).

EX-A Export Declaration

Not issued in the EU context; instead, Japanese exporter provides export certificate showing departure from Japan.

Business Registration Documents (if imported commercially)

Taxes and Duties for Japanese Cars

Customs Duty: Standard 5% of customs value (purchase price + transport + insurance).
Import VAT: 18%, applied on customs value plus duty and DMV.
Motor Vehicle Tax (DMV): Based on CO₂ emissions and vehicle value.

Step-by-Step Japan Car Import Process

Purchase Vehicle in Japan – Choose a suitable model considering demand in North Macedonia (compact, affordable cars are preferred).
Arrange Shipping from Japan – Ship via container or RO-RO vessel. Obtain Japanese export certificate.
Prepare Documentation – Vehicle invoice, Japanese registration papers, COC, export certificate. Business registration if importing commercially.
Customs Clearance in North Macedonia – Present all documents to customs office. Customs calculates and collects: 5% customs duty, Motor Vehicle Tax (DMV), 18% import VAT.
Technical Checks / Homologation – Vehicle may require inspection to ensure compliance with North Macedonia regulations (CO₂ emissions, safety).
Vehicle Registration – Register car, obtain license plates, and arrange insurance. Vehicle is now ready for legal use or resale.

Key Notes for Japanese Cars

Age Limits: North Macedonia does not have specific restrictions for non-EU cars, but very old cars may face difficulty with DMV calculation or emissions compliance.
No EUR.1 Certificates: Reduced EU duty rates don't apply. All imports are treated at standard 5% customs duty.
Extra Tires: Importing used tires with the vehicle is not allowed.

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