Vehicle Transportation Procedures

International Vehicle Transportation

Vehicle transportation is one of the services frequently requested during international relocations. Whether it's a personal car, motorcycle, caravan, or even a non-motorized vehicle such as a bicycle, specific legal procedures must be followed.

About Vehicle Importation

Individuals who have resided outside of Turkey for at least 24 consecutive months are eligible to import a vehicle duty-free. This includes both motorized and non-motorized vehicles such as:

• Automobiles

• Motorcycles

• Caravans

• Bicycles

• Private aircraft

  
  

To qualify for duty-free import, the applicant must not have stayed in Turkey for more than 6 months within the last 12 months prior to re-entering the country.

Key Rules for Vehicle Importation

• Short stays in Turkey under 45 days do not count as part of the required time spent abroad.

• If a person has lived abroad for at least 5 of the last 10 years, these time restrictions do not apply.

• Those working abroad in international organizations or heirs of deceased citizens who lived abroad may also be eligible.

  
  

During duty-free import, customs duties are waived, but Special Consumption Tax (ÖTV) and VAT (KDV) are collected once customs procedures are finalized. Tax rates vary depending on the vehicle's engine size and classification. However, commercial vehicles are subject to full taxation.

Conditions for Duty-Free Vehicle Import

To benefit from duty-free import, the following requirements must be met:

• The applicant’s residence transfer document must confirm a recent re-entry into Turkey, with no continuous stay of more than 6 months prior to that.

• The vehicle must be no older than 3 years from the model or registration year at the time of import. If the model year cannot be verified, the production year is used.

• Individuals may only import one vehicle every five years under the duty-free scheme.

• Once imported, the vehicle cannot be sold, lent, or used as collateral for 12 months.

  
  

Professional Moving companies will help you manage all paperwork and procedures for customs clearance and international vehicle shipment.

International Auto Transport Processes

As a company providing vehicle export and import services, we handle all steps of the process efficiently. At Bafa Group, we ensure:

• Comprehensive insurance coverage for every vehicle

• Fast and smooth export and import operations

• Full compliance with legal regulations and customs documentation

  
  

For vehicle entry into a country, certain VAT payments must be made. The tax amount depends on the vehicle's type, engine size, and market value.

Vehicle Shipping Costs

To determine the cost of vehicle transport, it’s best to consult directly with a certified logistics provider. The cost depends on several factors:

• Origin and destination countries

• Transportation dates

• Engine size and vehicle weight

• Customs and clearance fees

  
  

In most cases, the customs fees represent the largest portion of the total cost. Customs brokers usually charge a mandatory service fee, which increases the overall expense.

At Bafa Group, we pride ourselves on offering reliable, transparent, and professional vehicle transport services to our clients across the globe.