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Import Cars from Japan to Germany

Germany is a top European market for JDM icons and Japanese 4x4s. JVS ships to Hamburg and Bremerhaven with full TÜV-ready documentation for German registration.

Ports of entry
Hamburg, Bremerhaven
Steering side
Left-hand drive preferred; RHD permitted with TÜV approval
Age limit
No age limit; H-Kennzeichen (classic plate) available for 30+ year vehicles
Inspection
TÜV individual approval (Einzelabnahme) or EU COC required
Duties & taxes
Import Duty 10% + VAT 19% + KFZ tax (CO₂ & engine based)
Shipping time
40–55 days RoRo to Hamburg / Bremerhaven

How to import a car from Japan to Germany

  1. 1
    Choose your vehicle
    Browse our verified live inventory or request a custom sourcing from Japan's auctions.
  2. 2
    Reserve & pay invoice
    We issue a proforma invoice (CIF to your port). Pay by bank wire to our corporate account.
  3. 3
    Pre-shipment inspection
    JEVIC, QISJ or BIVAC inspection completed in Japan per destination requirements.
  4. 4
    Shipping
    Vehicle loaded on the next weekly RoRo or container vessel. Tracking provided.
  5. 5
    Documents dispatched
    Original Bill of Lading, Export Certificate, Inspection Certificate, and Invoice couriered to you.
  6. 6
    Clearance at port
    Use your local clearing agent (or our partner) to pay duties and collect the vehicle.

Most popular models in Germany

Nissan Skyline GT-RToyota Supra MK4Honda NSXMazda RX-7 FDSubaru ImprezaToyota Land Cruiser

Ready to import to Germany?

Tell us the make, model, and year. We'll send a CIF quote to your nearest port within 24 hours.

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