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Car import from Germany —
we take care of everything

Bring home the car of your dreams: a wider choice, cars in better condition and more favourable prices on the German market — we find it, import it, register it and hand it over turnkey, with a registration certificate in your name.

23 years
A reliable partner — Caradvance GmbH since 2003
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Premium brands
Special connections and better prices for these brands:
BMWAudiMercedes-BenzPorsche
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Let's find the perfect car together

In a few steps, tell us what you're looking for and on what terms — and we'll search the entire market with a personalised offer.

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Our team

Meet the people who handle your import

You are not talking to a form, but to real experts who guide you through the entire process — from selection to handing over the keys.

Pavel Horemuž — head of CarAdvance for Slovakia and the Czech Republic
Head of Slovakia and Czech Republic

Pavel Horemuž

Pavel leads CarAdvance in Slovakia and the Czech Republic and personally accompanies you through the entire import — from choosing the car to handing over the keys. He communicates with you in Slovak and agrees all the details with Caradvance GmbH.

Backed by the 10-strong team of Caradvance GmbH in Germany 🇩🇪Our German colleagues provide direct access to the entire range on the market and to local administration — so every import starts at the source, on the spot.
Costs

How much does it cost to import a car from Germany?

The final cost of a car imported from Germany is made up of the purchase price and the import cost items. We calculate it in advance, item by item — with no hidden costs.

1

Purchase price

Car price according to the offer. With delivery to you, the price includes Slovak VAT of 23 %; if you collect a used car in person in Germany, German VAT of 19 % applies.

2

Transport

Transport by car trailer from Germany, with high-value insurance — depending on the car and location, itemised in the offer.

3

Registration tax

Administrative fee for entry in the register: rate based on engine power × ecological coefficient, at least 33 €. Electric car 33 €.

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4

Transfer duty

With an import it is not paid separately — in Slovakia registration and transfer are the same fee (entry of the keeper in the register).

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5

Inspections and documents

Originality check (according to the station's price list), technical inspection at registration, registration certificate (parts I and II), number plate.

6

Administration

Search, background check, on-site inspection, negotiation and complete registration — in one package, for a fixed fee agreed in advance.

Calculate your registration costs nowAdministrative registration fee according to the fee schedule valid in 2026.
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Good to know

Car import from Germany and car orders — the entire import from a single source

If you know exactly what car you are looking for, there is no need to spend hours browsing German marketplaces: leave the car order to us. We take over the entire car import from Germany process — from the search through background checks and inspection to turnkey handover.

With us, a custom car order means you give us the specifications, and we find the right car for you from the entire German market. The price of car import from Germany is fixed in advance, item by item — registration tax, transport, registration and paperwork, with no surprises.

Every imported used car comes with a 1-year liability for defects. Call us and together we will find the most advantageous way to buy and deliver it. Fill in the order form and we will take care of the rest.

FAQ

FAQ

The most frequently asked questions about car import from Germany — from ordering to handover.

How does the import process start?+

Fill in the “Car order” form or write to us — we will get in touch with you, clarify your requirements and start searching the German market.

What if I don’t have a specific car in mind yet?+

No problem — it is enough to know the brand, model, budget or intended use. We will help you find your way and show you several specific offers.

How much is the down payment?+

A deposit is usually required to reserve the car; all terms are set out precisely in the final personalised offer.

How long does the whole process take?+

From selection to turnkey handover, it typically takes 5–14 days, depending on the car and the administration involved.

What administration does the import involve?+

The whole process: transport, VAT and administrative formalities, originality check, technical inspection, registration of the imported vehicle, traffic inspectorate, putting it on the road — we take care of everything.

What costs should I expect?+

In addition to the price of the car: registration tax, technical inspection, originality inspection, transfer duty, registration certificate/number plates/title document, transport and administration fee. You can see them itemised in our calculator.

Do I get a warranty on the imported car?+

Yes — an imported used car comes with a 1-year liability for defects. You take out compulsory motor liability (MTPL) and comprehensive insurance yourself with an insurer of your choice.

How long does it take to import a car from Germany?+

Depending on the selected car, usually 5–14 days: after searching and checking on the German market we transport the car and handle the registration of the imported vehicle and putting it on the road in Slovakia.

How much does it cost to import a car from Germany?+

Besides the purchase price: transport, the administrative registration fee (based on engine power and the ecological coefficient), the originality check (according to the station's price list), the technical inspection at registration and the number plate. Our registration fee calculator shows the official items as one amount; we prepare the complete itemised offer.

Is it worth importing a car from Germany?+

For most premium models, yes: the German market offers a much wider choice, used cars are typically in better condition with a documented service history, and prices are often more favourable. Our itemised calculation shows how much you save on a given car.

How much does it cost to import and register a German car?+

We calculate the price in advance, item by item: purchase price, transport, registration tax, inspection and all the paperwork — so you know the exact total, with no hidden costs. Request a German car import calculation.

What cars can you import from Germany?+

Almost any German used or new car: we search the entire German market based on your specifications, from premium brands to family models.

Do you handle the paperwork for importing a car from abroad and the registration?+

Yes, we take over the entire handling of importing a car from abroad: the purchase, transport, registration fee, technical inspection and Slovak documents — you get the car turnkey.

Do I get a VAT invoice for the German purchase?+

Yes. The seller is always Caradvance GmbH and it issues the invoice: with delivery to your door with 23 % Slovak VAT; for a used car that you collect in person in Germany and transport yourself, with 19 % German VAT; to a company with a VAT ID without VAT (intra-EU supply). Call us and together we will find the best option.