Portugal

Key Shipping Information

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

Vehicle Import Rules & Regulations

Standards & Compliance:

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

Right-Hand Drive Vehicles:

Japanese cars often have right-hand drive, which may require specific approval depending on the model and road safety standards in Portugal.

Step-by-Step Process

Purchase in Japan: Ensure you receive the invoice, registration, and any existing COC from the seller.
Arrange Shipping: Choose between RORO or container methods to Portuguese ports.
Customs Declaration (DAV): Submit vehicle details and purchase invoice to Portuguese customs via the SFA2 system.
Vehicle Inspection: Complete the IMT Model 9 form and schedule a technical inspection to obtain the Model 112 certificate.
Tax Payment: Pay Import Duty, VAT, and other fees (calculated based on CIF value, engine size, fuel type, and CO₂).
Registration: Submit all finalized documents (COC, Model 112, DAV, invoice) to IMT to obtain Portuguese plates.

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

If the COC is unavailable, you can:

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

In short: Portugal requires a Certificate of Conformity (COC) and a customs declaration (DAV) for all imports. Taxes are determined by CO2 emissions and engine size, and mechanical inspections are required for final registration.

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