Country Import Guide · Europe

Malta

Check Japan-origin used-vehicle requirements before purchase

Import statusApproval required
SteeringRight-hand drive
Last verified2026-08-14
Vehicles from outside the EU require technical inspection, registration documents, mileage certification for relevant categories and an SVA approval path.

Key import and registration requirements

Verify current ruleRegistration

Purchase eligibility and registration

Vehicles from outside the EU require technical inspection, registration documents, mileage certification for relevant categories and an SVA approval path.

Evidence source · Transport Malta ↗
RequiredDocuments

Core documents

Prepare the original Japanese export or deregistration certificate, invoice, bill of lading and every market-specific approval or inspection certificate. Confirm the final list before shipment.

Evidence source · Transport Malta ↗
ConditionalInspection

Pre-shipment inspection

Use the inspection organizations and certificate scope shown below. Recognition can change, so recheck the authority source before booking.

Evidence source · Transport Malta ↗
RecommendedSafety

Chassis-number check before purchase

Send WATSU LOGI the chassis number, destination and vehicle model before purchase so age, specifications, inspection and document feasibility can be checked.

Evidence source · Transport Malta ↗

Japan-origin inspection providers

JEVICAuthority-accepted

Transport Malta accepts a JEVIC mileage certificate for relevant M1 and N1 vehicles imported from outside the EU.

Certificate
Mileage verification certificate
Evidence status
Transport Malta
Evidence source ↗
Import, inspection and registration rules can change. Confirm eligibility using the chassis number before purchase.