Package EU
vanaf€1,027
- Preparing and submitting relocation documentation
- BPM calculation and declaration with exemption code
- External RDW inspection
- Premium Dutch number plates including fitting
For expats & diplomats
Import your car tax-free into the Netherlands.
Are you an expat, diplomat, or moving (back) to the Netherlands? You often benefit from fiscal advantages under the so-called relocation scheme. If you meet the conditions you may be eligible for exemption from Dutch BPM (Tax on Passenger Cars and Motorcycles).
Moving from outside the EU? You may additionally be entitled to exemption from VAT and customs duties, potentially saving many thousands of euros. It's important to gather the required documentation and handle any export paperwork before your move. We guide you through every step.
Find out in under 1 minute whether you qualify for BPM exemption under the Dutch relocation scheme.
Check your exemptionProcess · tax-free auto-import
Bring your own car, from intake to plates.
As an expat you may qualify for the relocation exemption. We handle the entire process — from filing your dossier to the RDW inspection and Dutch number plates.
Lead time
± 2–3 weeks
Steps
6
Exempt from
BPM
Intake & file
We check whether you qualify for the relocation exemption and assemble your file.
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01Intake & file
We check whether you qualify for the relocation exemption and assemble your file.
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Provide documents
Your actionYou gather the required information and documents and submit them to us. We help you by giving you access to our specialised upload page after the deposit.
02Provide documents
You gather the required information and documents and submit them to us. We help you by giving you access to our specialised upload page after the deposit.
Your action
Obtain exemption
We prepare and submit the application to obtain a relocation exemption.
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03Obtain exemption
We prepare and submit the application to obtain a relocation exemption.
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RDW inspection
After the exemption is received, the car is inspected by the RDW. A single ± 30-minute appointment at our office, bringing your car, is sufficient.
04RDW inspection
After the exemption is received, the car is inspected by the RDW. A single ± 30-minute appointment at our office, bringing your car, is sufficient.
BPM declaration
Regardless of any exemption, a BPM declaration must always be filed. We ensure the BPM is substantiated with the correct calculation and documentation to prevent later issues.
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05BPM declaration
Regardless of any exemption, a BPM declaration must always be filed. We ensure the BPM is substantiated with the correct calculation and documentation to prevent later issues.
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Road-ready
Your car is fitted with the Dutch registration and is ready to legally take to the road.
06Road-ready
Your car is fitted with the Dutch registration and is ready to legally take to the road.
Your car is legally on the road
Dutch registration — tax-free import completed
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X-0123-XWhy expats choose us
One office, one appointment, endless trust.
Paul personally guides every file — full support throughout.
23+ years of experience
Specialised in vehicle import for expats, diplomats and private clients since 2000.
Experience
Tax lawyer
Academic background as a tax lawyer and business specialist — fiscal thinking, not just logistics.
Expertise
Recognised customs office
Officially recognised customs office; for your clearance we partner with an AEO-certified customs partner (Authorised Economic Operator).
Customs
Full support
Full guidance: from before your arrival in the Netherlands to fitting your Dutch number plates.
End-to-end
One appointment
Everything in a single appointment at our office — inspection, registration, keys.
One location
Our office in Amsterdam · since 2000
Plan introductory callOur packages
Package Non-EU
vanaf€1,358
- Preparing and submitting relocation documentation
- Customs clearance free of BPM, VAT and import duties
- BPM calculation and declaration with exemption code
- External RDW inspection (if European type-approval number is available)
- Premium Dutch number plates including fitting
Indicative savings
Indicative · BPM rates 2026
EU example
Mini Cooper · 2022 · €22,000
- BPM without exemption€ 2,500
- BPM with relocation scheme€ 0
You save± € 2,500
Non-EU example
Toyota Yaris · 2020 · €10,000
- VAT + customs duties without exemption€ 3,000
- BPM without exemption€ 1,500
- With relocation scheme€ 0
You save± € 4,500
What clients say
I relocated from Germany to the Netherlands and Paul was such a great help in importing my car. Truly an end to end service, starting with an initial discussion call explaining the entire process all the way up to taking me to the RDW to register the car in my name. Paul also facilitated the application to waive the payment of BPM as I was moving from a different country. I was stress free the entire time while Paul did all the heavy lifting. Would 10/10 recommend to anyone wishing to import their vehicle to The Netherlands.
Nazeer Slarmie
5 of 5 stars — Google · May 8, 2023
We used PC Auto Import to import our car from Switzerland and we could not be happier with the experience and result. Paul was incredibly professional — his communication, organisation, attention to detail and speed to get this done were outstanding. He has a great network as well and shared with us a trusted mechanic for future needs. A fantastic experience overall, PC are an absolute must if you’re thinking of importing a car into the Netherlands! 100% recommended.
Matthew Day
5 of 5 stars — Google · June 5, 2021
Thanks to Paul and his team for helping us with import and legalisation our car from Russia, everything was easy, comfortable, quick and communication was perfect! We highly recommend! In two weeks everything was done!
Anyuta Smirnova
5 of 5 stars — Google · November 5, 2021
The team gave me a great, smooth and professional experience. I was importing my motorcycle and was stressed due to the move but they were able to reassure me and make the process hassle free.
Rahul Goli
5 of 5 stars — Google · February 25, 2026
Reviews for our company, previously known as PC Auto Import.
Frequently asked questions
Questions around the moving-goods exemption.
Who qualifies for the moving-goods exemption?
You qualify if you have lived continuously outside the Netherlands for at least 12 months AND the car has been registered in your name for at least 6 months before the move. Not sure? Take the moving-goods exemption check at the top of this page.
Does the exemption also apply to diplomats?
Yes, with additional exemption possibilities. Diplomats and staff of international organisations can import under more favourable terms — we assess your situation and the applicable status treaties at no obligation.
How much do I save with the moving-goods exemption?
Savings depend on your car's age, CO2 emissions and catalogue value — depending on your situation, this can range from several thousand to tens of thousands of euros. We calculate a precise figure for your specific car during the introductory call.
Do I need to be physically in the Netherlands for the process?
We handle most of the process remotely, even while you're still abroad. For the RDW inspection (and for non-EU imports, also the customs clearance), the car must be physically present. For an EU import, a single appointment of about 30 minutes at our office in Amsterdam typically suffices, where we complete the moving-goods exemption declaration with you. For non-EU imports, customs clearance can take a full day — most clients therefore choose to leave the car in our storage so they don't have to wait. If you prefer to bring the car yourself by appointment for clearance and RDW inspection, that is also possible.
How long does the entire process take?
For a non-EU import, the moving-goods exemption is usually filed within half a day to a day. Because we handle customs in-house as a recognised customs office, we can move quickly. For an EU import, the exemption goes via the Belastingdienst — this typically takes about two weeks for the approval code, after which we complete the declaration within a few days. The RDW inspection follows.