How to buy a car from Europe without customs clearance in Ukraine
When searching for a suitable vehicle, an increasing number of potential buyers are considering importing a car from Europe without customs clearance, preferring this method of acquisition over buying from the secondary market.
The fact is that by importing a car from Europe without customs clearance, the buyer can save on paying value-added tax, which is not paid during the period of martial law in Ukraine. Thus, if you buy an uncleared car from Europe, you can get a significant discount, reducing the already quite favorable cost of the car, and then, at the border with Ukraine, go through the full customs clearance procedure for further registration and obtaining license plates.
Why uncleared cars from Europe are a more profitable option than buying on the secondary market:
Savings on customs duties (VAT is not paid during martial law);
Initially lower cost at auctions and from sellers;
Thorough inspection of the car's service history;
Guaranteed absence of legal encumbrances and problems with the car;
You can purchase equipment in a good configuration;
Absence of hidden problems and defects, unlike offers from resellers on the market;
Rare and exclusive interior options are available, not accessible in car dealerships in Ukraine.
Among other things, the company provides a large list of additional services, including assistance with customs clearance – you can buy uncleared cars from Europe and, with our help, go through the full customs clearance and certification procedure for further trouble-free registration.
You can also import a car from Europe without customs clearance and become a happy owner of a "Euro-plate" for which special operating conditions apply in Ukraine (for example, use as temporarily imported transport for up to 60 days with possible extension, or on a permanent basis, if the car is purchased for the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine or for use in humanitarian convoys by volunteers).
In any case, if you are interested in the idea of buying a car from Europe without customs clearance, we recommend using the services of a trusted intermediary, which is Factum Auto.
How to order cars from Europe without customs clearance
Those wishing to purchase a car from Europe without customs clearance are advised to use the relevant service provided by our company. On the website, you can use the feedback form to order a manager who will help you choose suitable options, offering cars that are already in stock, including those already on their way to Ukraine, or will search for the desired car, taking into account the needs and wishes of the buyer.
The procedure for buying a car from Europe without customs clearance includes the following stages:
Initial selection of the car, taking into account the make, model, year of manufacture, mileage, condition, and of course, the price;
Checking the car by VIN code to rule out unprofitable options in advance (totaled, flooded, pledged cars, those with hidden defects);
Inspection by specialists to check the condition and photo/video recording.
Making a deposit to participate in bidding (if the car is to be bought at auction);
Payment for the car;
Delivery to Ukraine.
If you decide to buy a car from Europe without customs clearance, you can leave the resolution of this issue for 5 days (drive with transit plates) and then independently complete the full customs clearance, or use the services of the company's specialists who will help you quickly and, most importantly, correctly pay all due payments and fees.
Also, if you decide to purchase a damaged car – we can recommend a suitable car service where all damages and defects, including body repair, adaptation of optics and dashboard, will be quickly and inexpensively eliminated.
A full turnkey purchase service is offered, and you can order both uncleared cars from Europe and vehicles from other countries, including South Korea, Canada, and the USA.You can view available cars in the catalog on our website (only for purchases at Canadian and US auctions), or order the desired car by creating a selection map together with our specialist (purchases in Europe, South Korea).
Car delivery from Europe without customs clearance with guarantees for clients
An important question for potential buyers is the question of guarantees. Factum Auto company meets the wishes of clients, offering a completely transparent and open service, in which all possible financial interactions are agreed upon in advance and stipulated in the relevant contract.
What transaction security guarantees do we provide to buyers:
All possible expense items (up to 14 items) are calculated in advance and fixed in the contract;
The company undertakes to compensate for additional expenses if they exceed the established ones;
Thorough inspection of the car by VIN-code with printouts of relevant reports;
Phased payment for services (deposit, car price, delivery cost, customs clearance);
Refund of deposit if the car could not be bought at auction;
Use of safe delivery methods (shipping by car carrier or rail transport);
Full cargo insurance for the full value to compensate the client in case of loss;
Ability to track cargo location by track number (online);
Video recording of car loading and unloading with provision to the client;
Assistance with customs clearance (specialists control the correctness of making relevant payments);
Assistance with adaptation and repair for certification and further trouble-free operation.
Thus, Factum Auto company offers a fully established transparent delivery service that allows to protect clients and save them from possible risks and problems.