Importing an American Car to Poland: A Guide 2026

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

How does delivery work in Poland?

• 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 Poland.
• Delivery to Poland. 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 Poland.

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

Special tax (akcyza)

The Akcyza tax must be declared and paid within 14 days (AKC-U/S form or PUESC portal). 2026 rates: 3.1 % up to 2000 cm³ and 18.6 % above, based on market value. A car correctly classified as a collector's item (code 9705) may be exempt from Akcyza tax — to be confirmed on a case-by-case basis.

Registration takes place afterwards, within 30 days.

Technical inspection

First technical inspection in Poland (badanie techniczne). Typical adaptations for an American car: amber headlights and turn signals, and speedometer in km/h.

Classical regime: pojazd zabytkowy

If the car is 25 years old or more (some voivodeships require more), has been out of production for 15 years, and has at least 75 % original parts, it can be registered with the regional registrar and receive yellow plates.

Annual tax

There is no annual road tax for passenger cars.

Indicative costs in Poland (2026)

Heading	Indicative value
Akcyza — up to 2,000 cm³	3.1 % of the value
Akcyza — above 2,000 cm³	18.6 % of the value
Akcyza deadline	14 days
First technical inspection	Approximately 99 PLN (more for historical data)
Annual tax	It doesn't exist.

Indicative prices, excluding transport and car price. Taxation changes frequently: confirm with the Polish 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

A V8 pays 18.6 % of akcyza? Yes, above 2,000 cm³ the rate is 18.6 % of the market value — unless the car is classified as a collector's item.

What is the deadline? 14 days for Akcyza and 30 days for registration.

Do yellow license plates have advantages? Lighter inspections and official recognition of historical value. Requires registration with the regional conservator.

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Sources: podatki.gov.pl (akcyza samochodowa); gov.pl (rejestracja pojazdu zabytkowego). Last checked: October 2026.

In stock or on its way

Public prices, without Portuguese registration.

1972 Chevrolet C10 Short Bed — LS 6.0 engine, 22/24-inch wheels61 500 €1966 Ford Mustang Convertible — California car, automatic convertible top.49 000 €1969 Plymouth Road Runner — Drag car, new 440 engine64 500 €1982 Chevrolet Corvette — 24,251 original miles, Cross-Fire Injection34 000 €1966 Ford Mustang — Red, V8, Carfax report37 500 €1968 Chevrolet K10 4x4 — Restored show truck, 46,000 original miles.64 500 €

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