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, […]
No Certificate of Conformity for Your Car? What to Do If the Manufacturer Won’t Issue It

Written by I. Constantin Date released 08.05.2026 Comments 0 so far – be the first! You need a Certificate of Conformity to register your car. You contact the manufacturer. They tell you they cannot issue one, or they simply do not respond. It is a situation that leaves thousands of car owners stranded every year, […]
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 […]
COC for Motorcycles and Scooters: How It Differs from Car Certificates
What Happens If You Register a Car Without a COC? Risks and Consequences

Written by I. Constantin Date released 10.04.2026 Comments 0 so far – be the first! Importing a car from another EU country is straightforward in theory. In practice, however, missing documents can turn what should be a simple administrative process into a prolonged and expensive ordeal. The Certificate of Conformity is one of the most […]
Electric Vehicle COC: What’s Different When Registering an EV in Another EU Country?

Written by I. Constantin Date released 11.05.2026 Comments 0 so far – be the first! Buying a used electric vehicle from another EU member state is becoming increasingly common. Lower prices in Germany, Belgium, or the Netherlands attract thousands of buyers every year. But when it comes to registration, EV owners quickly discover that the […]
How to Spot a Fake COC Document? Red Flags Every Buyer Should Know!

April 4, 2026 Author: Ioana Constantin The market for Certificate of Conformity documents has grown rapidly alongside the European used car import industry, and, unfortunately, so has the number of fake COC document cases. Whether you are buying a second-hand vehicle, importing a car from another country, or simply verifying documentation before completing a purchase, […]
Can You Get a COC for a Car Not Originally Made for the EU Market? The Complete 2026 Guide

April 4, 2026 By Ioana Constantin Is COC for Non EU Car available? This is one of the most common questions asked by anyone who has imported a vehicle from outside Europe. The short answer is: it depends. The long answer, which this guide will walk you through in full, is considerably more nuanced, but […]
How and where can you buy a cheap auto COC BMW in 2026?

Written by I. Constantin Date released 04.04.2026 Comments 0 so far – be the first! Looking for a cheap auto COC BMW? If you have imported a BMW from another country, purchased one across EU borders, or bought a second-hand vehicle without its full documentation, you have almost certainly run into the same unavoidable obstacle: […]