Shipping Motorcycle to England
If you are planning to ship your motorcycle to England, you need to know the formalities you need to complete. Of course if you pick an experienced shipping company it will handle the customs clearance of your vehicle but you need to be aware of the rules.
On arriving to England your motorcycle has to be cleared by the customs with the relevant taxes and duties paid. In certain conditions, your motorcycle may even be exempt from taxes.
IMPORT DUTY & VAT
The import duty applicable on your motorcycle can vary depending on the date and place of manufacture, its condition, and also age of the motorcycle. Over and above the import duty your vehicle will have VAT levied on it. VAT is normally 17.5% on all imported vehicles, depending on the price at which you bought it.
TAX RELIEF
Vehicles that are imported when you change your residence are exempt from customs duty and VAT. In certain cases temporary imports can also be tax free, if the person importing it meets the prescribed norms.
CORRECT DOCUMENTATION
The requirements of England customs are stringent. Each motorcycle that is imported into the country requires special declaration which has to be accompanied with specific documentation. Moreover the shipping agent should be used to handling and shipping of motorcycles specifically, since loading, crating and transporting them requires special experience and equipment. The shipping agent should be reputed, which is something that can easily be checked through satisfied customer reviews and the BBB rating. Also you need to check if the company is insured and certified.
Once you have selected the company, you would have to start getting your motorcycle ready for shipping to England. Vehicles that get imported to England are required to meet certain specifications, which the shipping company should be able to guide you about.
Freight of motorcycles is very different from the shipping requirements wanted for household goods, personal effects and even cars. This is because motorcycles are not sturdy. They are delicate and require special handling.
First thing you need to do is to clean the motorcycle thoroughly and drain the fuel. The motorcycle should have only 1/8th of its tank full of fuel. Now inspect it thoroughly and make a note of scratches and dents. Take photos of the motorcycle. You will need them to tally the condition of the motorcycle when it is delivered to you. Remove any loose items that may get lost or misplaced during transportation. If your motorcycle has been customized and has accessories, remove them too. Check the tyre pressure and remove all extra things from the boot of the motorcycle.
Your shipping agent will give you a bill of lading with a record of the condition of the motorcycle and you should be present during the inspection so that you can tally your note of the condition with the shipping agent. The shipping agent may take the motorcycle from your place of residence or you could drive your motorcycle to the dock.
Once you have handed over your motorcycle it can take ten days to two weeks for your motorcycle shipping to England.
For more information fill up the online form on our website and we will get in touch with you.
On arriving to England your motorcycle has to be cleared by the customs with the relevant taxes and duties paid. In certain conditions, your motorcycle may even be exempt from taxes.
IMPORT DUTY & VAT
The import duty applicable on your motorcycle can vary depending on the date and place of manufacture, its condition, and also age of the motorcycle. Over and above the import duty your vehicle will have VAT levied on it. VAT is normally 17.5% on all imported vehicles, depending on the price at which you bought it.
TAX RELIEF
Vehicles that are imported when you change your residence are exempt from customs duty and VAT. In certain cases temporary imports can also be tax free, if the person importing it meets the prescribed norms.
CORRECT DOCUMENTATION
The requirements of England customs are stringent. Each motorcycle that is imported into the country requires special declaration which has to be accompanied with specific documentation. Moreover the shipping agent should be used to handling and shipping of motorcycles specifically, since loading, crating and transporting them requires special experience and equipment. The shipping agent should be reputed, which is something that can easily be checked through satisfied customer reviews and the BBB rating. Also you need to check if the company is insured and certified.
Once you have selected the company, you would have to start getting your motorcycle ready for shipping to England. Vehicles that get imported to England are required to meet certain specifications, which the shipping company should be able to guide you about.
Freight of motorcycles is very different from the shipping requirements wanted for household goods, personal effects and even cars. This is because motorcycles are not sturdy. They are delicate and require special handling.
First thing you need to do is to clean the motorcycle thoroughly and drain the fuel. The motorcycle should have only 1/8th of its tank full of fuel. Now inspect it thoroughly and make a note of scratches and dents. Take photos of the motorcycle. You will need them to tally the condition of the motorcycle when it is delivered to you. Remove any loose items that may get lost or misplaced during transportation. If your motorcycle has been customized and has accessories, remove them too. Check the tyre pressure and remove all extra things from the boot of the motorcycle.
Your shipping agent will give you a bill of lading with a record of the condition of the motorcycle and you should be present during the inspection so that you can tally your note of the condition with the shipping agent. The shipping agent may take the motorcycle from your place of residence or you could drive your motorcycle to the dock.
Once you have handed over your motorcycle it can take ten days to two weeks for your motorcycle shipping to England.
For more information fill up the online form on our website and we will get in touch with you.
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