Vehicle import budget

Car Import Cost Calculator for Cyprus

Build a landed-cost estimate before shipping a car to Cyprus. The calculator separates purchase price, transport, duty, VAT, clearance, inspection and registration so the hidden first-year costs are visible.

EU or non-EUDuty is modelled only for third-country imports.
No motor exciseCyprus Customs says motor vehicles have no excise duty.
VAT baseVAT is calculated on customs value plus duty.
PDF reportSave the estimate before requesting quotes.

Compare importing with buying locally

This calculator helps estimate shipping, registration, duty/VAT assumptions, inspection, and local setup costs for a car import.

Who should use itExpats considering bringing an existing car to Cyprus.
Best inputUse actual shipping quotes, vehicle details, and realistic local registration or inspection costs.
Key assumptionTreatment can depend on origin, age, ownership history, and vehicle details.
Does not coverIt does not confirm customs treatment or roadworthiness approval.

Your import inputs

Use this for planning only. Transfer-of-residence relief, vehicle age, documentation, emissions and customs valuation can change the final outcome.

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Vehicle and transport

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Taxes and local costs

Import estimate

Landed cost
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Estimated all-in cost
Extra over price
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Taxes and import costs
Duty
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Applied for non-EU only
VAT
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On customs value plus duty

Landed-cost breakdown

Notes

Related driving guides

Use these guides before deciding whether importing a car is worth it.

Importing a car to CyprusProcess, documents and practical cost considerations.Converting a driving licenceLicence exchange and recognition basics.Driving admin and rulesInsurance, road tax, inspections and local rules.

Source and update notes

Cyprus Customs states that no excise duty is imposed on motor vehicles, while vehicles imported from outside the EU may be subject to import duty and VAT. Always confirm your case with Customs or a licensed broker.

How to interpret import costs

Compare the landed cost and admin time with local purchase options and ongoing ownership costs.

Example use

An EU mover can test whether keeping a reliable existing car is still cheaper after shipping and registration.

Common mistakes

  • Ignoring time without the vehicle
  • Forgetting local insurance and repairs
  • Importing a model that is hard to service locally

Reminder: Calculator results are planning estimates only. Confirm important tax, legal, immigration, property, or financial decisions with official sources or a qualified professional.

Disclaimer

This calculator is for planning and illustration purposes only. Results are estimates and do not constitute tax, legal, immigration, investment, pension, or financial advice. Tax treatment, contribution rates, treaty provisions, and eligibility conditions vary based on individual circumstances, source country, domicile status, residency timing, and applicable double tax treaties. Confirm important decisions with a qualified Cyprus tax adviser, regulated financial adviser, or the relevant authority (Cyprus Tax Department, Social Insurance Services, GESY, or Migration Department) before acting.

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