Portugal Import Regulations

Key Shipping Information

• • Destination Ports: Lisbon, Porto, Setúbal
• • Shipping Methods: Typically via RORO or Container shipping from Japanese ports.

Vehicle Import Rules & Regulations

• • Vehicles must comply with Portuguese technical, safety, and environmental regulations.
• • CO₂ Emissions: Standards apply; modifications may be required if the vehicle is non-compliant.

Step-by-Step Process

• • Purchase Invoice: Proof of ownership showing vehicle details, price, and buyer/seller info.
• • Original Car Registration: Showing previous registration and ownership history.
• • Certificate of Conformity (COC): Confirms the car meets EU technical and environmental standards.
• • IMT Form Model 9: Issued by IMT, required for the vehicle inspection in Portugal.
• • Model 112 Inspection Certificate: Obtained after the technical inspection in Portugal.
• • Customs Certificate (DAV): Mandatory Declaração Aduaneira de Veículo for all vehicles entering Portugal.

Required Documentation

• • Purchase Invoice: Proof of ownership showing vehicle details, price, and buyer/seller info.
• • Original Car Registration: Showing previous registration and ownership history.
• • Certificate of Conformity (COC): Confirms the car meets EU technical and environmental standards.
• • IMT Form Model 9: Issued by IMT, required for the vehicle inspection in Portugal.
• • Model 112 Inspection Certificate: Obtained after the technical inspection in Portugal.
• • Customs Certificate (DAV): Mandatory Declaração Aduaneira de Veículo for all vehicles entering Portugal.

Notes for Japanese Vehicles

• • Compliance: Ensure all emission and safety compliance certificates are available before shipping.
• • Non-COC Vehicles: Vehicles without an original Certificate of Conformity may face additional inspections and take longer to register.
• • RHD Approval: Right-hand drive vehicles are subject to specific safety approval checks.

Obtaining a COC

• • Request it from the manufacturer directly.
• • Purchase a copy from authorized providers like EuroCOC.
• • Use Portuguese registration entities to assist in obtaining it.