What if my car does not comply with the import standards?

In New Zealand you can import any car you wish with limited restriction, but it does not mean you will be able to drive it on New Zealand roads. For example you can import a Class...

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What's involved in getting repair certification?

All used vehicles entering New Zealand must be checked by an NZTA authorised agent, (we use VTNZ) and complied before they can be registered for use on the road. If...

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Evidence of compliance with emissions standards - Europe

For both used and parallel-imported new vehicles, acceptable proof your vehicle meets New Zealand requirements can be: a suitable European Community (EC) whole vehicle approval ...

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Evidence of compliance with emissions standards - USA

For both used and parallel-imported new vehicles, an EPA label or statement of compliance that includes an approved emissions standard is acceptable proof your vehicle meets New Ze...

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Where can I find the VIN on my vehicle?

Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) help combat fraud and are the main way we identify vehicles for registration and other processes. Warrant of fitness and Certificate of fitne...

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Re-Register your vehicle in New Zealand

Re-Register A Vehicle IN NEW Zealand If your vehicle’s registration has been cancelled in NZ and you want to use the vehicle on the road again, you need to register it aga...

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Required documentation importing from Australia

Importing from Australia Original documents that prove both previous registration and provide an ownership trail that goes back to the previous registered owner of the vehicle in ...

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Proof of Ownership - Australia

If you're importing a used vehicle from Australia you must provide evidence that it meets a range of approved standards before it can be registered for use on the road. Proof of o...

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Proof of Ownership - Europe

If you're importing a used vehicle from Europe you must provide evidence that it meets a range of approved standards before it can be registered for use on the road. Proof of...

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Required documentation importing from Great Britain / UK

Importing from Great Britain / UK An original certificate of permanent export - Pictured Below or original documents that prove both previous registration and provide ...

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Evidence of compliance with emissions standards - Any Other Country

For both used and parallel-imported new vehicles, acceptable proof your vehicle meets New Zealand requirements can be: Emissions standards – a suitable compliance plate/la...

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What is an ADR Compliance Plate? (Australian Imports)

A compliance plate is a small metal plate (typically about 100mm x 50mm, smaller for motorcycles), which is attached to the vehicle. A compliance plate identifies the vehicle by ma...

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