Importing a rare LHD (Left Hand Drive) vehicle can be complicated but is achievable.
This article may answer some of your important questions. We have included a LHD permit application to download.
Common Questions about LHD Vehicles:
- Q. Does my vehicle meet compliance if I apply for a LHD permit?
- A. No, you will also need to provide the required evidence that the vehicle & applicant meets the criteria as set out in the LHD permit application (download application here).
- Q. Am I able to get an exemption for a LHD permit as I am a Kiwi moving back to N.Z?
- A. Very unlikely, In rare cases will the NZTA issue an exemption for a LHD Permit.
- Q. How can I get confirmation or even get this permit BEFORE I ship the vehicle to N.Z?
- A. You need to be in N.Z to apply for the LHD permit, do not import the vehicle until the permit has been approved.
- Q. Can I apply for the permit before I ship the vehicle?
- A. Yes you can, however you must be in N.Z and fill the application form in front of a Entry Certifier (us).
- Q. What exactly is identified as being a collector's item? In a magazine?
- A. The vehicle (or its make, model and sub-model is identified as being a collector’s item in a commercially produced motoring publication (a copy of the relevant article must be supplied with the application or the application will not proceed).
- Q. Shouldn’t the fact that being less than 20,000KM's confirms this?
- A. No, its make, model and sub-model is identified as being a collector’s item in a commercially produced motoring publication (a copy of the relevant article must be supplied with this application or the application will not proceed).
- Please Note: In order to confirm if the vehicle meets all the other compliance requirements, we need the following information:
- Country of Export; and
- Electronic Stability Control Fitted as OE: Yes or No
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Disclaimer: This is general information only on LHD. Please contact NZTA for confirmation before you import your vehicle.
