Moving to a new country comes with a myriad of tasks, and if you’re bringing your vehicle with you, the legalisation process can seem particularly daunting. Fortunately, there are companies that can help you make the transition smooth and hassle-free. Offering a comprehensive service that covers every stage of vehicle legalisation, Global International Relocation ensures your vehicle is road-ready in Portugal with minimal stress.
The vehicle legalisation process is both complex and time-consuming, with an estimated completion time (in average) of 2+ months for vehicles coming from the EU and 8+ months for those from outside the EU. These timelines can vary based on the response times of local authorities and other entities such as the IMT (Instituto da Mobilidade e dos Transportes – Portugal’s vehicle and transport authority), Customs, and Registry Offices. However, with Global’s expert guidance, navigating these intricacies can be done with ease.
Global International Relocation’s vehicle legalisation service includes:
- Obtaining the DAV document – Global takes care of issuing the “Declaração Aduaneira de Veículos” (DAV) document as soon as your car is cleared through customs. While you wait for the official document, a temporary DAV allows you to drive your vehicle if it has its original number plates.
- Securing the COC document – if your vehicle lacks a Certificate of Conformity (COC), Global will obtain this essential document from its manufacturer or representative, ensuring your vehicle meets Portuguese standards.
- Car inspection – once the COC is issued, Global arranges for a vehicle inspection at a location that is convenient to you. This step ensures your vehicle complies with all the necessary regulations before it can be registered in Portugal.
- Contacting IMT – Global handles the submission of all necessary documents for vehicle certification to the IMT. This stage involves waiting for the vehicle’s information to be entered into the IMT/ IRN (Registry Office) system and is one of the lengthiest stages of the process.
- Plates – when the registration number is assigned by the AT (Portugal’s tax authority), Global orders and installs the new Portuguese plates on your vehicle, ensuring that all details are accurately entered into the IMT/ IRN system.
- Vehicle registration – once the vehicle is in IMT/ INR system, Global takes care of its registration at the Registry Office, obtaining the “Documento Único” (the Portuguese Title and Registration card) which will be sent directly to your home via mail.
In addition to handling the entire legalisation process, Global also offers transport services for your vehicle from its country of origin to your new location in Portugal. This 360° service ensures that every aspect of your vehicle relocation and legalisation is covered, providing a seamless experience from start to finish.
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