Key import and registration requirements
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 ↗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 ↗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 ↗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
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