You have found your dream car abroad. Maybe a sports car from Japan, classic car from Europe or big truck or muscle car from USA or simply a great deal you couldn’t pass up. Now comes the tricky bit, importing it into the UK. If you’re unsure how to handle Customs clearance or UK vehicle registration, Trans Global Logistics UK Limited is here to guide you every step of the way. It’s not as complicated as it seems. When you import a car, there are two major things to sort out before you can legally drive it in the UK:
1. Customs clearance
2. Vehicle registration with the DVLA
Missing a step or doing it wrong can lead to delays, unexpected charges, or even your vehicle being impounded. A lot of customers trust us to handle the paperwork, compliance, and logistics for them. Customs Clearance If you’ve never done it before, it can feel like a minefield. But with Trans Global Logistics UK Limited, we take care of all customs procedures on your behalf, ensuring everything is done legally and on time.
The moment your vehicle enters the UK; it must clear customs. That means:
 Declaring it to HMRC
 Paying any VAT or duties due
 Providing correct documentation (like the bill of sale and foreign registration papers)
Registering Your Car in the UK Handling a V5 form or arranging an IVA (Individual Vehicle Approval) test for non-standard models, we’re here to simplify the entire process. Before you can hit the road, you’ll need to register the vehicle with the DVLA. This involves:
 Getting an MOT (if the car is over 3 years old)
 Proving the car meets UK standards.

Paying road tax
 Obtaining UK number plates
Thinking of importing? You’ll also need to Ship a car safely Before customs or registration even come into play, you need to ship a car to the UK. That’s where our international logistics network really shines. Whether you want to ship a car from the USA, Japan, Europe, or anywhere else, we provide:
 Enclosed or open transport
 Port-to-port or door-to-door service
 Container or RORO (Roll-on/Roll-off) shipping options
 Insurance cover for peace of mind
Why Trans Global Logistics UK Limited? We’ve helped thousands of customers ship a car and get it legally on the road in the UK. We know the rules, we speak the language of logistics, and we genuinely care about making the process stress-free for you.
We offer:
 Customs clearance
 DVLA registration
 Door-to-door delivery
 Insurance assistance
 Full UK compliance handling
Get Started Today Whether you’ve already bought your car or are just thinking about it, reach out to Trans Global Logistics UK Limited. Trans Global Logistics UK Limited, International Shipping & Logistics Company with 30 years of experience, will be able to offers several services for your Vehicle Transport / Customs Clearance / Import and UK Vehicle Registration to confidently support your shipment in either Import or Export for any type of equipment. Contact us at Trans Global Logistics UK Limited – bizdev@tglog.co.uk – phone 07833 410 281 www.tglog.co.uk