Import your dream car to Spain
Bookelaar Global Car Imports
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Import your car into Spain with expert help
If you are moving to Spain and want to bring your own car, Bookelaar can help you understand the import, registration, homologation and paperwork process before costly mistakes happen.
They also specialise in sourcing and importing American muscle cars for buyers who want to drive something special on the Spanish roads.
Important: some people moving their normal residence to Spain may qualify for import duty and tax exemptions, but only if the official requirements are met. Bookelaar can help you check the route before you commit.
Global Car Import Support for Spain
For expats, movers, collectors and American car fans.
- Importing your own car when moving
- Homologation, ITV and registration planning
- USA car sourcing and importing
- Cost and eligibility checks before shipping
A valuable service for people relocating to Spain
Many Paradise World viewers are moving to Spain, buying property, or planning a new life abroad. For some, bringing a familiar car can be cheaper, easier or more appealing than buying again after arrival, but only if the import process is handled correctly.
Import guidance
Understand what documents, checks and steps are needed before your vehicle enters the Spanish process.
Tax exemption checks
Get help understanding whether a change-of-residence route could apply to your situation.
American car imports
Support for sourcing, importing and registering specialist American vehicles in Spain.
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What Bookelaar can help with
- Checking if your car is realistically registrable in Spain
- Planning shipping, customs, homologation and ITV
- Reviewing possible relocation exemptions
- Explaining likely costs before you commit
- Sourcing and importing American cars
Best suited for:
- People moving to Spain with their own car
- Expats who want to avoid unnecessary import mistakes
- Buyers interested in American cars
- Classic, collector or specialist vehicle owners
- Anyone who wants clarity before shipping a vehicle
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring my own car when moving to Spain?
In many cases yes, but the tax, registration and technical requirements depend on your situation and the vehicle.
Can I avoid import tax?
Some people changing normal residence to Spain may qualify for exemptions, but it is not automatic. The requirements need to be checked carefully before you ship the vehicle.
Can American cars be imported into Spain?
Yes, some American vehicles can be imported and registered, but costs and modifications can vary significantly by make, model, year, emissions and lighting setup.
What should I send for an initial check?
Useful details include the make, model, year, VIN, photos, paperwork, purchase price and any existing registration documents.
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Thinking of importing a car into Spain?
Speak to Bookelaar before you ship, buy or commit. A proper check at the beginning can save a lot of time, stress and money.