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German Car Import Duty Calculator
Calculate customs duty and import VAT (Einfuhrumsatzsteuer) for importing a car from outside the EU — or check whether you qualify for full exemption as relocation goods (Übersiedlungsgut).
Import charges
All Übersiedlungsgut conditions are met — you can be fully exempted from duty and import VAT. Prepare the supporting documents for the Hauptzollamt.
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Not all Übersiedlungsgut conditions are met — no exemption applies; the calculation shows the full charges.
- Customs value (vehicle + transport)
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- Customs duty (10 %)
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- VAT base (customs value + duty)
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- Import VAT (Einfuhrumsatzsteuer, 19%)
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- Total payable at customs
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Rates: 10% duty (passenger cars, tariff heading 8703), 8%/6% (motorcycles), 19% import VAT — as of 2026. This estimate is non-binding and is not tax or legal advice. The Hauptzollamt makes the final assessment.
✓ Data verified on: 16 July 2026
All rates and thresholds follow the official figures published by the authorities:
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🚘 Step-by-step route: customs clearance and registration →Frequently asked questions
Why is the duty 10% and not 6.5%?
The EU Common Customs Tariff for passenger cars (heading 8703) is 10% of the customs value. The 6.5% figure circulates in outdated articles but does not apply to passenger cars.
What is import VAT calculated on?
Import VAT (19%) is charged on the customs value plus the customs duty. The total burden for a car is therefore about 31% of its value.
What if the contract price is understated?
Customs compares the declared price with market references (Schwacke/Eurotax). If it looks too low, market value is applied — and deliberate under-invoicing is criminal tax evasion.