VEHICLE IMPORTING

Importing a Car into New Zealand Made Simple

Importing a car into New Zealand

Fasttrack Compliance works closely with Dolphin Shipping to support the full vehicle import process from overseas to New Zealand. Dolphin Shipping manages international vehicle freight and logistics, while Fasttrack Compliance completes the final stage by handling vehicle compliance and certification once your car arrives.Importing a car into New Zealand involves customs clearance, documentation, pre-shipment inspections, and NZTA vehicle compliance certification. Our team ensures your vehicle moves smoothly from international shipping through to legal registration on New Zealand roads.

Vehicle Import Checklist

Getting a car import from Japan? Here are a few things you require:

  • Check New Zealand vehicle importing rules with the relevant authorities.
  • Review the customs duties payable when importing a car into New Zealand.
  • Ensure that the importing car has undergone any required pre-shipment checks in Japan, e.g. JEVIC RWI or Odometer checks, as required by the importing country.
  • Confirm the presence of an Export certificate that the Exporter (car dealer) should have. The original export certificate is required in order to comply your vehicle in New Zealand.
  • Confirm the vehicle meets New Zealand frontal impact and emissions standards before purchase.

Why Import a Vehicle into New Zealand?

If you are considering importing a car into New Zealand, it is important to understand the process, costs, and compliance requirements involved. At Fasttrack Compliance, we work with customers throughout the import and vehicle certification process every day, ensuring vehicles meet New Zealand standards before registration.

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Greater Vehicle Selection

Importing a car from overseas provides access to a wider range of models, specifications, and limited edition vehicles not always available in New Zealand.

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Competitive Pricing

In some markets, particularly Japan, vehicles are sold frequently due to local vehicle standards. This can result in well-maintained vehicles at competitive prices compared to the New Zealand used car market.

Signing of the WOF and the end of the compliance process

Compliance Support

Fasttrack Compliance ensures your imported vehicle completes the vehicle compliance and certification process efficiently once it arrives in New Zealand.