Do You Need a COC for Cars from Norway? Full Guide

Written by I. Constantin Date released 07.05.2026 Comments 0 so far – be the first! Norway occupies a uniquely confusing position in European automotive law. It is not a member of the European Union, which leads many people to assume that importing a car from Norway is similar to importing from the UK, the US, […]

Incorrect COC Data: How to Correct Errors Without Starting Over

Written by I. Constantin Date released 06.05.2026 Comments 0 so far – be the first! You have the Certificate of Conformity in hand. The registration authority reviews it alongside your vehicle’s documents and flags a discrepancy. The VIN on the COC does not exactly match the one on the door jamb. The colour code is […]

Top 5 Mistakes to Avoid When Importing a Car Across EU Borders

Written by I. Constantin Date released 07.05.2026 Comments 0 so far – be the first! Buying a car in another EU country is one of the most common ways Europeans access better prices, wider selection, and models unavailable in their home market. Germany, Belgium, the Netherlands, and France are perennial favourites for buyers from Eastern […]

Used Car Import from Japan or the US to Europe: Is a COC Possible?

Written by I. Constantin Date released 5.53.2026 Comments 0 so far – be the first! Every year, thousands of car enthusiasts, expats, and importers bring vehicles from Japan and the United States into the European Union. The appeal is clear: access to models that were never officially sold in Europe, pristine low-mileage Japanese domestic market […]

Why Your Car Dealer Didn’t Give You a COC (And How to Get One Now)

Written by I. Constantin Date released 18.04.2026 Comments 0 so far – be the first! You’ve just bought a car. You have the keys, the service history, the invoice – but when you go to register the vehicle in another EU country, the registration authority asks for something you’ve never heard of: a Certificate of […]

How to Import a Classic Car into the EU: Special Rules & COC Exemptions

Written by I. Constantin Date released 26.04.2026 Comments 0 so far – be the first! Classic cars occupy a unique space in European automotive law. Whether you’re a collector hunting down a pristine 1960s Italian sports car, an enthusiast repatriating a vehicle that spent decades in the United States, or an expat bringing a beloved […]

How to Import a Car from the UK to the EU After Brexit

Written by I. Constantin Date released 29.04.2026 Comments 0 so far – be the first! Brexit changed everything for car buyers and expats moving between the United Kingdom and the European Union. What was once a straightforward process, driving your vehicle across borders within a common regulatory framework – is now a cross-border import procedure […]

How to Register a Foreign Car in Spain: Documents, Fees & COC Requirements

Written by I. Constantin Date released 30.04.2026 Comments 0 so far – be the first! Moving to Spain or buying a vehicle abroad? Registering a foreign car in Spain can feel overwhelming at first, but with the right preparation it becomes a manageable process. Whether you’re an expat relocating from another EU country or importing […]