Motor Vehicles

If you are an immigrant, or are returning to New Zealand after 21 months or more, you are entitled to concessions on private motor vehicles that either accompany you or are sent seperately.

It is possible to import more than one motor vehicle, motorcycle, or motor scooter duty free if you are able to meet all the concessionary requirements. These are also outlined on the Customs New Zealand website.

If you are NOT entitled to concessionary entry of a boat or an aircraft, then you will need to pay Customs duty and other applicable charges. To find out more visit the Customs New Zealand website.

A motor vehicle includes a car, motor cycle, scooter, ambulance or motor home.

See also: Customs charges, duties and allowances, Customs value  Depreciation rates for motor vehicles, Valuation of privately imported motor vehicles, Advice on private motor vehicle imports.