Does a car need EU homologation for Germany?
Yes. For TÜV approval and German registration the vehicle must meet EU type approval, so European-specification cars are strongly preferred. We confirm specification before export.
All destinations
- Europe
Export cars from Dubai to Germany.
Pollux Motors exports cars from Dubai to Germany with a focus on compliance: EU type approval, emissions, and the documentation needed for German registration.
Shipping
Container shipping (enclosed for high-value cars) is recommended for the European route.
Transit time
Around 3–5 weeks by sea to Northern European ports.
Ports
Typically routed to Hamburg or Bremerhaven.
Duties & registration
Germany applies import duty and VAT, and the vehicle must meet EU homologation for TÜV approval and registration; European-specification cars are far easier. We provide the export paperwork and documentation.
Popular vehicles for Germany
European-spec luxury saloonsMercedes-Benz S-ClassPorsche modelsCollector vehicles
Germany export FAQ
What duties apply when importing to Germany?
Import duty and VAT are assessed on arrival into the EU. We supply the commercial invoice and certificate of origin used in that assessment.
Which German ports are used?
Vehicles are usually routed to Hamburg or Bremerhaven, with about 3–5 weeks of sea transit.
Ready to start, or have a question about Germany? Talk to the Pollux team.