Car importation

Last activity 15 January 2021 by Kkaye

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KkayeNew member15 January 2021 12:09:33

Ola
Hopefully someone can advise.... i drove over in October and i have been told i can only have my car here 6months before i have to import. I understand this can be a costly process however someone said if i do it before 6months its much cheaper?
Has anyone had experience?
I was also advised to check out Abbeygate insurance as that may be a way around having to import and pay fees. Does anyone know of this?

Any advice would be greatly appreciated 🙏

Elmar DerkitschNew member15 January 2021 12:34:24

Hej
we had the same issue when we imported our car from denmark. My tip is become member of the portuguese automobile club - not expensive - and they handle everything for you including insurance. for us this was perfect and they know how to do - for more infos ask me - best regards Elmar

KkayeNew member15 January 2021 12:59:42

Thankyou for your reply Elmar, did the automobile club import the car?
Im just wondering if theres away around having to import?

Elmar DerkitschNew member15 January 2021 13:08:18

they did all the paperwork for us - they also speak english - i recommend you go to the next office close to you - talk with them and they will assist - for legal reasons if you use the car longer then 6 months in portugal - it could be an issue - though police controls are not intense - but risk is if you have an accident, then things could become complicated. if car is part of your things you brought over to portugal - normally you do not pay any taxes - but again ask acp - automobile clube de portugal - abraço

KkayeNew member15 January 2021 17:54:51

Grateful for you advice much appreciated 🙏

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