Whether you are moving to another country, living abroad, or just passing through the United States, the same process applies to export any vehicle from the United States. The best choice might even be based in the destination country. If you need a new title to export your vehicle, let us do the work for you.
How old does a car have to be to import to us?
25 years old
As a general rule, motor vehicles less than 25 years old must comply with all applicable Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS) in order to be imported permanently into the United States.
What do I need to export a car from the US?
Export documentation will include the VIN, or a product identification number (PIN), if the car you export does not have a VIN. Other required documentation includes ownership documents, and a title or salvage title that you can provide to the Customs officials as well.
Do you have to pay sales tax when you buy a used car?
Additionally, if you buy a used car instead of a new one, you must still pay a sales tax. You do not need to pay the tax to the vehicle dealer or private party when buying a used vehicle, but you need to pay it when you register the vehicle with the DMV in your home state.
Do you have to pay sales tax on exports?
Exports to foreign clients are not subject to sales tax. That sounds open and shut, but in practice it gets complicated. States have no intention of letting someone avoid sales tax just by saying he’s taking his purchase to another country.
Where do I go to pay taxes on a car?
In most states, you’ll need to bring your Bill of Sale and or signed title to the Department of Motor Vehicles (DMV) or motor vehicle registry agency to pay your taxes and obtain your registration, new title and plates. If you purchased the vehicle in another state,…
Do you have to pay sales tax in another state?
If you purchased the vehicle in another state, you should pay the sales tax in that state and bring proof of payment to the DMV when you register the vehicle in your state. In most cases, that will fulfill your tax obligation. However, if you do not bring sufficient documentation, they may ask you to pay sales tax in your state, too.
