Importing an American Car to Denmark: A Guide 2026

This guide summarizes what you are responsible for when registering a car in Denmark and the indicative costs for 2026. Values should be confirmed with the authorities or a broker before each purchase.

How does delivery work in Denmark?

• Selection in the USA. Licensed dealer in the USA, with access to thousands of cars in every state. Before any commitment, you will receive photos, available documents, and the type of title (clean, salvage, rebuilt).
• Maritime transport. From the USA to Europe, with assistance until arrival.
• Customs processed. The car is cleared through customs upon entry into the EU: customs duties are never paid a second time in Denmark.
• Delivery in Denmark. Delivery to your dealership or your address. You can also choose a car from our stock in Portugal.

Customs duties and VAT

Customs duties. From July 1, 2026, cars manufactured in the USA, with proven origin, enter the EU with 0 % duty (Regulation (EU) 2026/1455, in force until 12/31/2029). Classic cars 30 years old or more, in original condition and of a discontinued model, enter as collector's items (code 9705), also with 0 % duty. In both cases, nothing to pay in Denmark.

VAT. For a reseller with a valid VAT number (VIES), the sale is made without Portuguese VAT, and VAT is automatically charged in Denmark. For a private individual, the VAT from the Portuguese invoice or the margin scheme applies. The exact framework is specified in each proposal.

Registration tax (registreringsafgift)

The tax applies to all vehicles registered for the first time in Denmark, including used vehicles from the EU. In 2026: 25 % up to 76,400 DKK, 85 % up to 237,400 DKK and 150 % above, less a base deduction, plus a CO2 supplement. For a used vehicle, the base is the Danish market value set by Motorstyrelsen.

Veterans over 35 years oldNo CO2 supplement and with a ceiling — the tax never exceeds the amount calculated on 75 % of the new car's price. Only Motorstyrelsen assesses these vehicles.

Approval and evaluation

Extended inspection at an inspection center (registration and customs control), followed by a request for evaluation from Motorstyrelsen, payment of tax and license plates.

Veteran regime

Registration as a veteran is possible from the age of 30, with spaced-out inspections and occasional, private use — to be confirmed with Motorstyrelsen.

Annual tax

Annual tax: grøn ejerafgift for newer vehicles, vægtafgift (by weight) for older ones.

Indicative costs in Denmark (2026)

Heading	Indicative value
Registeringsafgift	25 % / 85 % / 150 % by tiers
CO2 Supplement	Not applicable for those over 35 years of age.
Veteran ceiling (> 35 years)	Tax on 75 % of the new price
Assessment	By Motorstyrelsen

Indicative prices, excluding transport and car price. Taxation changes frequently: confirm with the Danish authorities or a customs broker.

For resellers and individuals

• Resellers. Dealer prices and terms negotiated on a case-by-case basis, with access to B2B program.
• Private individuals. We also sell directly, with the legal guarantee of conformity.
• Pre-purchase inspection. Upon request, made by an industry professional (paid service).

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Frequently asked questions

Does a classic car pay registration tax in Denmark? Yes. Those over 35 benefit from a ceiling and are exempt from the CO2 supplement, but the tax still applies.

Who determines the taxable value? Motorstyrelsen, based on the Danish market value. For veterans, only they can assess it.

Is it worth importing to Denmark? For veterans over 35, often yes. For newer cars, get an appraisal before buying.

Other destinations in Europe

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All destinations: importing an American car to Europe

Sources: motorst.dk (vehicle import); skat.dk / Juridisk vejledning (registreringsafgift). Last checked: October 2026.

In stock or on its way

Public prices, without Portuguese registration.

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