What VRT is, who pays it, how it’s calculated, CO₂ bands, exemptions, and key steps to register a vehicle in Ireland.
Understand how customs duty works alongside VRT and VAT when importing a car into Ireland, with examples and documents needed.
How low-emission and hybrid vehicles are treated for VRT, including rate bands, examples, and savings tips.
A plain-English overview of Irish VRT rules, timelines, paperwork, and common pitfalls for buyers and importers.
Current VRT percentage rates by CO₂ band for 2026 with worked examples for popular engines and trims.
Step-by-step VRT calculation using OMSP, CO₂ percentage rates, and NOx levy—plus depreciation for used cars.
The full CO₂ band table, how WLTP values affect your rate, and tips to verify emissions before you buy.
Who qualifies for VRT relief or exemption: disabled drivers, vintage vehicles, EV schemes, transfers of residence, and more.
How VRT interacts with NCT: inspection timelines, registration deadlines, and what to check before booking.
Who we are, how the calculator works, data sources, and our mission to make Irish VRT easy to understand.
Post-Brexit rules for importing UK vehicles: paperwork, origin rules, duty/VAT, and how VRT is assessed.
10% customs duty, 23% VAT, VRT and NOx levy for JDM imports, plus IVA and right-hand drive requirements.
The once-off registration tax vs the annual road tax, explained with real 2026 rates for both and a worked example.
Why used cars almost always pay less VRT than new — a real worked example with 2026 depreciation figures.
Same OMSP, four fuel types, four very different VRT bills — a real side-by-side comparison with 2026 figures.
Both brands follow identical VRT rules — see what actually decides the bill, with a worked example.
Customs duty and VAT differ significantly depending on genuine NI residency history — compared side by side.
Use our free VRT calculator tools to get instant, accurate estimates for your vehicle import