Getting Turkish registration plates for a German car.

@DavidArslanHunt

To permanently import a car from Germany to Turkey, you must meet specific vehicle and owner conditions, obtain necessary permits and documents like a Certificate of Origin and Bill of Lading, complete a customs declaration, pay import duties, excise tax, and VAT, and then pass a technical inspection and get Turkish insurance and registration.

1. Check Eligibility

Vehicle: The car must be a new vehicle made in the current year, or a classic car older than 30 years.

Owner: You must have a valid Turkish residence permit and potentially a work permit.

2. Gather Required Documents

Commercial Invoice

Certificate of Origin

Bill of Lading or Air Waybill

Proof of Ownership (Title and Registration)

Passport

Driver's License

Insurance Policy

Turkish Tax Identification Number (TIN)

3. Complete Customs Procedures

Application: Submit an application on the EDLED government portal before you arrive with the car.

Customs Declaration: You'll need to complete a customs declaration for the car.

Customs Clearance: Pay the required import duties, Special Excise Tax (ÖTV), and Value Added Tax (VAT).

4. Fulfill Registration Requirements

Technical Inspection: The car must pass a technical inspection to ensure it meets Turkish safety and emissions standards.

Insurance: Obtain mandatory third-party liability insurance from a Turkish provider.

Registration: Take your tax number, driver's license, technical inspection report, and proof of insurance to the local traffic office to get a Turkish license plate.

Important Considerations

Freight Forwarder: A freight forwarder can assist with the process and ensure compliance with all requirements.

Costs: The total costs, including duties and taxes, can be very high, sometimes making the car cost the same as a new one in Turkey.