Is it possible to import a car into Russia without customs clearance? Methods, pros, cons

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The prices you need to pay for legalizing your car and successfully clearing customs depend on several factors.
Having studied in advance the nuances of importing cars across the border, you can easily minimize costs and time. The cost of customs clearance will be higher if the car is not new: the amount that the owner will have to pay for clearance is directly proportional to the age of the vehicle. It will be an expensive pleasure to import a car older than seven years: the main difficulties when moving across the border are related to the fact that old cars practically do not comply with current environmental standards.

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Such vehicles put air quality at risk due to high levels of pollution from waste gasoline. You can import old cars into the country as a last resort: there are no ways to save money on transporting a used, inexpensive car.

Only very wealthy people can properly register imported old cars. Even if you paid a good amount of money for a new car, clearance at customs will take less time and expense. Therefore, modern car enthusiasts try to comply with generally accepted standards and transport across the border only cars no older than five years.

Engine size also affects the prices of the customs clearance procedure. A similar trend can be seen here - the more powerful and larger the engines of imported cars, the higher the price future owners will have to pay. Customs clearance of cars equipped with engines with a volume of up to 2 liters will save money. As the engine capacity increases, the cost of registering the car at customs also increases. It is worth considering that passenger cars and small cars will cost much less than paying for the customs clearance process for minibuses or cargo vehicles.

The amount depends on the country in which the car was produced. If the car is from a foreign manufacturer, the costs of crossing the border and customs clearance will be less than in the case of importing a domestic car. At the same time, the process of successful and quick paperwork will be influenced by the age of vehicles produced abroad, as well as the size of their engines. The more the car costs its future owner, the higher the costs during registration at the customs point.

Domestic cars go through the same procedure without taking into account the engine size - but the price will be based on the age of the vehicle. Cars no older than three years old go through the customs clearance process best, while cars of an older build will cost owners much more. In the case of importing domestic cars, the cost of clearing customs will not be affected by the total cost of the car.

How is the cost of car customs clearance calculated?

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The customs duties are the same throughout Russia, but there are some nuances on the basis of which the cost of customs clearance for each specific car is determined.

The amount of duty will vary depending on the age of the imported car. There are several categories:

trouble-free car;
one to three years old;
three to five years old;
from five years and older.

It also takes into account what fuel the engine runs on (diesel or gasoline), as well as its volume.

If a car enthusiast decides to bring a used car, more than seven years have passed since its release from the assembly line, then he should be prepared in advance for the fact that its customs clearance will be very expensive.

Motor vehicles that are no more than three years old are considered new. The duty for such a car is calculated based on its cost and engine size.

In the case of importing a Russian-made car from abroad, a customs tariff is applied at the rate of 1 euro per 1 cm3 of engine volume.

Trucks are cleared through customs according to a slightly different scheme; the load capacity is also taken into account. But the main role is played by how the truck is intended to be used: for production or commercial needs, or for personal needs. In the first and second cases, customs will charge a cumulative customs fee:

for customs clearance;
excise tax;
VAT;
customs duty.

When calculating excise duty, the engine power in horsepower is taken as a basis, the amount of customs payment is determined according to the CU code. Trucks assembled in Russia will be imported at the same rate as Russian cars: 1 euro per 1 cm3 of engine volume.

That is, for all cars assembled in the Russian Federation, but imported from abroad, there is a preferential tariff. Individuals also enjoy benefits during customs clearance.

Starting from January 2010, the import of any car from abroad by an individual is regulated by compliance with Euro-4 - environmental class. If there is no compliance, then customs points do not have the right to issue a title for such a car.

To prevent customs clearance of a car from becoming a problem, it is best to seek help from customs brokers, who, by the nature of their activities, are well versed in all the intricacies of this procedure. This will help save not only time, but also money, because an error in vehicle classification can result in unexpected additional costs.

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Import of cars without customs clearance under “gray” schemes

In addition to the fact that today, customs clearance of cars at the border of the Russian Federation is very expensive, there is also a rather troublesome and time-consuming customs clearance if the car is imported according to all the rules.

Therefore, it is not particularly surprising that our fellow citizens are looking for all sorts of ways to circumvent the legislation. Let's see what we have here regarding the “gray” import of cars without customs clearance.

Import of cars by individual segments (cutting)

According to this scheme, cars have been imported from Japan quite successfully and for quite some time. This is the so-called cuts. According to the technical procedure developed for each model, in Japan the car is disassembled into the power unit, suspension and body. Additionally, the body is sawn into two or three sections.

All this is then imported into the Russian Federation on different days and on different transports as automotive material for spare parts, which is not yet subject to customs clearance.

In Russia, all the original parts are assembled in the workshops of partner companies of Japanese disassemblers. The output is a fairly high-quality “constructor”, practically devoid of security vulnerabilities and geometry violations relative to the original data of the uncut car.

This practice has been introduced in the Primorsky Territory to a wide flow through which similar cars are distributed throughout Russia. It is for Japanese cars that there is a significant “plus” in this regard - they do not have a VIN number on the body and do not need a very difficult, filigree and illegal welding procedure.

According to this scheme, any Russian citizen can import a Japanese car through the mediation of the companies described. For example, if our tourist in Japan likes a car for sale, he can buy it, easily find a sawing company and send it to Russia to the addressee of the assembly company. Upon arrival, all that remains is to pick up the assembled car.

Import of vehicles by individual units (spare parts)

This scheme is more complex than the “Japanese” one, but it already works for all cars. It is based on official trade partnership agreements with foreign countries. Usually these are states such as Singapore or Malaysia, which have special agreements on preferential trade conditions.

This scheme also includes dismantling and assembly firms that legally disguise their activities as the export/import of auto parts. Usually such a business is an official cover that actually functions to some extent.

You can also place a specific order for a car. True, such a pleasure is no longer as profitable as the Japanese version, since the costs of disassembly and assembly are higher and the company will still have to pay a duty, albeit a preferential one, for the import of the body.

Previously, there were similar schemes for importing “construction kits” from the Baltics with welding of body numbers. But with the development of digital high-precision instruments for detecting non-factory seams, this method has become less popular.

Import of a car under charity and social care programs

This method is quite effective, although it is not widely used for obvious reasons. But if the driver is somehow related as a sponsored person to international social programs, then again some smart companies can organize duty-free import of the car for him (or his relatives).

Such vehicles usually have controls adapted for people with physical disabilities.

How much does it cost to clear a car through customs?

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Purchasing a car abroad, in Japan or the USA, for example, will cost much less than buying the same foreign cars in our country. However, taking into account the payment for transporting the vehicle across the border and payments at customs, the final cost of the car will not necessarily be lower than the average market price in Russia; in some cases, a customs cleared car will cost the buyer even more than similar cars imported into the country earlier.

But there is one good reason for purchasing a car without mileage in Russia - the condition of the vehicle components and assemblies. Road conditions in Japan are much better than here, and the condition of the car directly depends on the characteristics of its operation. So, when purchasing a vehicle with the same mileage in the Land of the Rising Sun and in Russia, you get cars that are completely different in technical condition.

The final cost of a customs cleared foreign car depends on several factors:

1. Purchasing a car and legalizing it independently or through customs brokers (companies involved in customs clearance of vehicles). If you turn to brokers, you will have to pay from 10,000 to 15,000 rubles for services, but you will not need to understand the intricacies of customs schemes.

2. Age of the imported car:

up to 3 years – the customs value depends on the country of origin and the price of the car; If the imported car costs 325 thousand rubles or less, the rate will be 54% of the price of the car, if the cost is higher - 48%.
from 3 to 5 years – depending on engine size;
from 5 to 7 years – also depending on engine size.

3. Registration of a car for an individual (IP), for commercial use, or for an organization is higher in cost than registration for a private owner planning to use the vehicle for personal needs, and is calculated based on the total customs payment. Individuals pay a single preferential customs rate, the amount of which depends on the engine size (for used cars) or on the purchase price if the car is new.

4. Engine type: gasoline, hybrid, diesel, electric.

5. Category to which the vehicle belongs: passenger car or truck. Trucks are cleared through customs according to a slightly different principle: the load capacity and purpose of operation are taken into account. In addition, private individuals cannot purchase specialized heavy-duty equipment. The customs duty includes: value added tax, excise duty and customs duties.

6. Car engine size (for cars from 3 to 5 years):

from 1 thousand cm.cub. and below – 1.5 euros;
from 1 to 1.5 thousand cm cubic. – 1.7 euros;
from 1.5 to 1.8 thousand cm cubic. – 2.5 euros;
from 1.8 to 2.3 thousand cubic meters. – 2.7 euros;
from 2.3 to 3 thousand cm cubic. – 3 euros;
above 3 thousand cm cubic. – 3.6 euros.

Cars from 5 to 7 years:

from 1 thousand cm.cub. and below – 3 euros;
from 1 to 1.5 thousand cm cubic. – 3.2 euros;
from 1.5 to 1.8 thousand cm cubic. – 3.5 euros;
from 1.8 to 2.3 thousand cubic meters. – 4.8 euros;
from 2.3 to 3 thousand cm cubic. – 5 euros;
above 3 thousand cm cubic. – 5.7 euros.

For cars manufactured by Russian manufacturers, the customs rate is 1 euro per 1 cubic meter. see engine displacement.

The recycling fee is 2 thousand rubles for cars under three years old and 3 thousand rubles for cars older than three years.

The cost of a car is not the price that was paid at the auction, but the average cost of a similar car with similar options, similar technical characteristics and a similar degree of wear.

If you import into Russia a car purchased before October 1, 2010 and after July 1, 2011 in the member countries of the Customs Union (Kazakhstan, Republic of Belarus), then when crossing the Russian border you will not need to pay customs duties and additional fees.

Cars older than thirty years (as a rule, collectibles, rare ones), personal transport of refugees and internally displaced persons with an officially established status are not subject to duties and taxes.

For voluntary migrants to their historical homeland who import personal property, including a car, the state also introduced an exception to customs rules and abolished duties and fees.

You can use the customs calculator for Russia.

How to clear customs a car from Germany

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Many car enthusiasts have at least once thought about buying a used car in Germany. This desire is quite understandable, because prices for used cars in this country are quite low, and the cars themselves are in excellent condition. However, many refused to purchase due to the complexity of the customs clearance procedure when transporting a car across the border.

Procedure for customs clearance

Before buying a car in Germany, you need to decide who will be involved in the purchasing process. This can be done through an agent, however, the cost of his services is about 2000 euros and another 250 euros in commission. If the whole process is controlled by you personally, then in this case it is necessary to obtain a Schengen visa, and part of the costs will go towards living in Germany.

When the transaction to purchase a car has taken place, it is necessary to collect a package of documents permitting the export of the car from Germany. This package includes:

Purchase and sale agreement confirming ownership
Registration certificate for the car
Insurance policy
Export numbers
Certificates of passing technical inspection and exhaust gas testing
Customs declaration.

It is worth noting that before leaving the country it is necessary to pay a security deposit at the German customs consulate, which in fact is a guarantee of future customs clearance. After payment, the driver receives documents that must be presented to customs officers when leaving Germany.

How to make a customs guarantee deposit?

The owner of a car transported across the border must pay a customs deposit at the place of his registration or registration. It is prohibited to carry out any financial transactions directly at customs. You can pay customs duties in any of the following places:

to the customs office cash desk
with the help of a trusted person
through property collateral
using a bank guarantee.

In addition, before making a security deposit, the driver is required to prepare the necessary documents in advance:

statement
power of attorney for an authorized person, certified by a notary
passport
international passport.

After paying all customs duties, the security deposit is returned in full within three working days. You can obtain detailed information about the amount of the cash deposit and the cost of customs clearance on the official website of the German customs service.

Documents for importing a car from Germany

To import a car from Germany, you need to collect another package of documents:

Export declaration form 0733 - the seller is responsible for preparing this document. The declaration is made in two copies, one of which remains with the buyer, and the other is handed over to customs officers

Customs clearance of goods whose value exceeds 2000 euros
Contract of sale
German vehicle registration certificate with completed vehicle data and information about former owners
Insurance policy
Environmental approval
Inventory of the interior for the presence of valuables.

The collection of documents is carried out by specialized agencies, for whose services you will have to pay about 300 euros.

Cost of customs clearance

If we talk about the cost of customs clearance of a car from Germany, the process is very expensive. Very often there are cases when drivers pay several times more for customs clearance than the cost of the car itself. At German customs there are several types of interest rates charged on the customs value of the vehicle:

Rate 54% #8212 for cars whose age does not exceed 3 years and cost up to 325 thousand rubles
Rate 48% #8212 for vehicles under 3 years old and the cost of which varies from 650,000 to 6,500,000 rubles
For cars from 3 to 5 years old, the duty is calculated on the engine size.

Responsibility for violations of customs rules

As mentioned earlier, evading duties or delaying any documents is an administrative offense. Initial penalties range from 500-2500 rubles for individuals and are charged for:

Late payment of duties.
Failure to comply with deadlines for filing declarations.
Violation of an import ban or any other restriction.
Delay in a temporary permit (the car was taken out of the country at the wrong time).

But this applies only to minor offenses, minor delays and provided that the amount of debt does not exceed 1 million rubles (major non-payment) or 3 million (especially large). If the amount is greater, criminal penalties are already provided. You face a fine of 100-500 thousand rubles or imprisonment for 2-5 years.

How to clear a car through customs cheaper

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Despite numerous amendments related to the rules for importing foreign-made vehicles into Russia and regular increases in customs rates, our citizen’s love for foreign cars does not decrease. And in order to fulfill your dream and purchase a long-awaited car abroad, you should familiarize yourself with some of the rules for customs clearance of cars.

It will be no secret to anyone why Russian car enthusiasts prefer foreign cars. That's right, the quality of roads in the vast expanses of our Motherland is so far from perfect that even the newest car after a few years begins to creak and crumble into separate parts. Cars of the Soviet automobile industry are characterized by low quality and a low level of comfort at a significant cost. Of course, this applies to completely new models that have just rolled off the assembly line. Oddly enough, but for the same amount of money the consumer is able to purchase a foreign car that has already been used. Moreover, such a car will meet the necessary conditions of comfort, despite its long service life. Therefore, you should not be surprised that when choosing between a Soviet car and a foreign car, a car enthusiast undoubtedly chooses a foreign car, which means he is looking for answers to his questions related to customs clearance of a foreign car.

Conditions for customs clearance of cars from abroad

The customs clearance procedure itself is not difficult. But before the question of customs clearance of a car, it is worth approaching the issue of choosing a foreign car model as seriously as possible.

In order to greatly desire to reduce customs duties, you should pay attention to a car no older than five years old. Yes, in value terms, a young car will cost a substantial amount, but the amount for importing such a car into Russia will be significantly less

Also, do not overlook the engine size. Cars equipped with engines up to two liters will cost quite inexpensively.

How to reduce the customs rate for customs clearance of a car

In order to be able to import a rare car at a reduced customs rate, many take advantage of road accidents. If there is an expert record that this car cannot be restored, the cost of re-registration of this equipment will be simply ridiculous. It's a pity that this method is not suitable for new car models.

It is worth understanding who wants to import vehicles into Russia from abroad - customs clearance of a car for an individual is much faster and much cheaper than for a legal entity. As an ordinary person, you will have to pay customs payments, and for the company an additional VAT and excise tax has been introduced, which significantly increases the final cost of the car.

In order to find out how much customs clearance of a particular foreign car model will cost, just use the special program “Car Customs Clearance Calculator”. Using this program, after entering all the required technical characteristics of the car model, in a few minutes the full cost of the vehicle imported into Russia will be given. This knowledge will allow you to more accurately navigate the required amount of finance and choose the model you like.

Before starting customs clearance of transport, it is recommended to deposit the calculated amount with the customs authority at your place of residence. This step will allow you to freely cross the border and, having presented a confirming document about the amount paid, calmly proceed on new transport through Russian territory to the internal customs authority in order to finalize the required documents.

If you do not want to transport your car through the customs point yourself, a service such as a customs broker is offered. This specialist is endowed with great authority and knowledge, and also has the necessary license confirming the ability to offer these services. The cost of these services is quite reasonable for the work done. Therefore, by letting a specialist handle car registration issues, you can save yourself from unnecessary worries.

The procedure for customs clearance of a truck to Russia

The definition of customs clearance involves the formation of specific permits for trucks re-imported to the Russian Federation. The procedure for importing a vehicle from abroad for the purpose of individual use is a rather complex process that will require large economic investments.

The latest customs clearance requirements primarily affect environmental conditions. If previously it was possible to import vehicles with the “EURO 4” class, today only “EURO 5” classes are allowed - this feature of customs clearance of trucks has become relevant in Russia since 2021. It should also be noted that customs clearance with an operating age of more than 30 years is carried out according to different rules, since the requirements of environmental standards are slightly different here.

According to the rules, the consumer is obliged to make preparatory price calculations in advance. If the resulting total duty is slightly higher, the difference will be refunded within one month.

The registration of the declaration, as well as the method of presenting the truck, depends on the location of the customs authority, but the customs clearance procedure certainly includes the processes of payment for services, registration and other various events in accordance with the legalization of baggage. After customs clearance, the specialist will give a temporary PTS indicating the date of the visit and confirmation of payment.

During the customs clearance process, the car is sent to a special storage facility, where an authorized person checks for compliance with the provided documents. Then the owner acquires a registration certificate for the car and proof of payment of duties. Without these documents, you will not be able to register the vehicle.

Required documents

In order to clear a truck to Russia through customs, it is necessary to prepare a package of certain documents for the purpose of customs clearance.

When importing a vehicle into the territory of the Russian Federation, the driver is obliged to provide:

written application for customs clearance of a car;
a set of papers purchased from the seller: identification certificates, proof of property owned by him, a foreign registration certificate, and in addition their copies;
receipt and certificate from the seller;
declaration in the TD-6 form;
the applicant's own identification document;
notification of arrival at the temporary storage warehouse;
truck insurance document.

If the applicant belongs to a group of people with certain benefits, he is obliged to justify his own position by submitting a written request and evidence to the customs apparatus.

What is the price?

When calculating the cost of customs clearance of a truck, the engine size, tonnage and age of the vehicle are taken into account:

Vehicles weighing no more than 5 tons, aged from 3-5 years, the engine volume of which is more than 2500 cm3 - 10%, 1 euro/cm3;
Vehicles over 5 tons engine capacity 2500 cm3-15%, 2 euro/cm3;
more than 20 tons - 10%, 2 euros/cm3.

The calculation of the amount of customs clearance for a car also depends on the price of the car itself and in the end it does not exceed 500-1000 rubles. If the tax is calculated as a percentage, then the price including delivery should be multiplied by the duty rate. Then the total price of the vehicle in a given area is checked - this is the tax basis and it consists of the amount of the duty. All calculations are regulated by the Code of the Russian Federation and are subject to additional tax at a rate of 18%, so add another 0.18 to the total amount.

If a car owner deliberately violates the customs clearance law, he must remember the serious punishment in accordance with Art. 194 of the Criminal Code of the Russian Federation, which provides examples of strict measures for importing a cargo vehicle without customs clearance: a large fine of 2,500 rubles, seizure of the car, and the documents provided for the vehicle completely lose their legal force.

Customs clearance of a car - when is it necessary?

Registration of a customs vehicle occurs when crossing the border of the Russian Federation. The entire process is based on technical inspection and authentication of all documents. As soon as all these procedures are completed, the customs clearance amount is determined.

The Customs Code of the Russian Federation establishes that the vehicles presented below in the list are not subject to taxes:

Types of rare and collectible vehicles that are over 30 years old.
Cars that belong to persons who have received refugee status.
Cars whose owners are immigrants.

You can also get a chance not to pay taxes on vehicles if you have a permit to import a vehicle, which is of a temporary nature. But, in this case, a car can stay on the territory of the Russian Federation for no more than 6 months, and if it is imported into the state by a foreign native, then no more than one year. Only in some cases, it is possible to obtain a temporary permit to import vehicles.

In 2021, among them are:

The car was registered in another state.
Motor transport is transported only through the territory of the Customs Union (Kazakhstan and Belarus). If the owner of the vehicle registered it in these countries before 2010, there is no import tax.
The owner of a vehicle in another country has received a residence permit.

Customs clearance of cars. Importing a car without an engine into the Russian Federation

Today, many people buy cars abroad. This is quite logical, since foreign cars have high quality, durability and reliability, have a modern design and at the same time are cheaper than domestic cars.

The only problem remains their customs clearance, the cost of which today is very high. Is it possible to have cheap customs clearance of a car? On the Internet you can find a lot of advertisements offering customs clearance at low prices, but are they all true?

How is the cost of customs clearance of a car calculated?

The main criteria for calculation, according to current legislation, are the age of the car, the volume and power of its engine, as well as its customs value.

Simple calculations allow us to say that it is most profitable to import used cars that are from 3 to 5 years old. If your car has been used for a longer period, the cost of customs clearance will be very high, so we recommend that you be extremely careful when determining its age.

Customs clearance of a truck differs in some features. This procedure takes into account not only the age, type and technical characteristics of the engine, but also the load capacity of the equipment. The higher it is, the higher the customs tariff will be.

At the same time, the purpose of purchasing the car is of great importance - for private or commercial use.

The procedure for customs clearance of cars for legal entities is quite expensive. The amount of all payments consists of the following components:

customs duty, which depends on the engine size and the customs value of the car. Moreover, the price of the car is carefully checked in other sources in addition to the declaration you filled out;
excise duty depending on engine power;
value added tax. It amounts to 18 percent of the price of the car, excise duty and customs duty.

Such a high cost of customs clearance is provided in order, firstly, to protect the domestic car manufacturer, and secondly, to increase the volume of production of foreign cars in Russia.

What is customs clearance of a vehicle?

Foreign-made products imported from abroad, including cars, are subject to mandatory customs clearance (customs clearance) in the Russian Federation. This procedure serves to collect customs duties and taxes, as well as to maintain records of the import of vehicles into Russia. Customs clearance is regulated in accordance with the Customs Code of the Customs Union, adopted by the Decision of the Interstate Council of the EurAsEC at the level of heads of state dated November 27, 2009 N 17.

The person transporting the cargo provides customs officials with documents for imported transport for further verification of the data contained in them. The car itself undergoes a thorough inspection to identify possible inconsistencies.