How much does it cost to register a foreign car in Portugal
Fixed prices and every charge shown upfront. You know the total before we start.
Standard registration
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| Registration (final price) | €329.50 |
| ISV | depends on the car |
| Inspeção tipo B | paid at the inspection centre |
| Signature certification | free |
With the transfer of residence exemption
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| With exemption (final price, includes the exemption application) | €596 |
| ISV | exempt, if you meet the requirements |
| Inspeção tipo B | paid at the inspection centre |
Car from outside the EU
| Item | Amount |
|---|---|
| From outside the EU (final price, includes customs clearance) | €826 |
| ISV | depends on the car |
| Import VAT and customs duties | on the value of the car |
| Inspeção tipo B | paid at the inspection centre |
The package covers our fee, DAV, the applicable IMT fee and initial ownership registration. Two physical number plates are optional: €35. ISV is paid directly by the customer to the Tax Authority; inspection, a missing COC and transport are separate. The registration certificate is issued later.
The inspeção tipo B (the inspection for imported cars) is paid at the inspection centre. If the certificate of conformity is missing, its price depends on the make: see COC prices by make.
ISV
This is the cost that varies most: it depends on engine size, emissions and the age of the car. Fully electric cars pay nothing. See how ISV is calculated.
Frequently asked questions
Is ISV included in the price?
No. ISV is a state tax and depends on the car. We calculate the exact amount before going ahead.
How much do I pay when I place the order?
The final price of the registration: €329.50 for a car from the EU, €596 with the transfer of residence exemption and €826 for a car from outside the EU. All with VAT included.
Are there any hidden costs?
No. We tell you the total before we start: the final registration price, ISV and the inspeção tipo B. If the certificate of conformity is missing, we also tell you its price beforehand.
How much does the certificate of conformity cost?
It depends on the make. Our certificate of conformity page shows the price for each make.
Have a car to register?
Send us the car's details. We will tell you what is missing, what it costs and when you will have Portuguese plates.