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How do I run a car from the EC in the Netherlands?

If a passenger has purchased abroad and want to enter in the Netherlands, a number of steps you must take a Dutch registration for this vehicle to get.

Declaration for import and / or sales tax (VAT)

If the car was purchased in an EU country, you do not need to make a declaration of import duties. For a new car you owe tax for a used car. Under a 'used' car is a car means that 6000 km or more or who has ridden more than six months ago for the first time into use.

Steps to foreign car to enter

You take the vehicle to a vehicle of the RDW. You can make an appointment or you come without an appointment between 08.00 and 12.00 for that vehicle service. You take the foreign registration certificate and a valid identification.
During the study, the data which are necessary for the registration in the Netherlands. The procedure is dependent on the origin of the vehicle.
If the vehicle is liable for MOT, please contact the RDW immediately MOT carried out. Otherwise, you have the vehicle at a later date MOT inspected by a certified company.
After investigation by the RDW you directly to the Customs for the tax settlement. Customs is located in the RDW inspection. Read more on the website of the Tax .
If all requirements have been met, you receive the registration as soon as possible at home.
Then you need to make license plates, road tax and pay a civil liability.