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transporting your car overseas - carnet de passage

If you are planning to transport your vehicle overseas you will need a Carnet de Passage.

A Carnet de Passage (Carnet) allows visitors to temporarily import a motor vehicle or motorcycle overseas for a limited period of time (maximum 12 months), without the need for payment of customs duties, sales taxes or the duties that would otherwise apply.

A Carnet is essential for the temporary importation of vehicles into New Zealand, most African, Asian, Middle East and South American countries.  It is not required for motor vehicles, campervans and motorcycles entering the UK, Europe or the continent of South America for touring purposes.

Download a Carnet de Passage application form (PDF 571KB)

For more information call 13 13 29.

• Before you go, don't forget to obtain an International Driving Permit