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- 01Ireland levies 10% customs duty on CIF value, plus 23% VAT on the duty-inclusive amount.
- 02VRT is CO2-banded and estimated from the landed value — use the dedicated VRT calculator for the exact OMSP-based figure.
- 03Ireland drives on the left, making JDM right-hand-drive cars a natural fit with no costly LHD conversion.
- 04The calculator runs entirely in your browser and never uploads your figures to a server.
Why Import a JDM Car to Ireland?
Ireland is one of the few EU countries that drives on the left, which means Japanese-domestic-market (JDM) right-hand-drive vehicles slot in without the expensive steering conversions required in most of Europe. Toyota Land Cruisers, Hiaces, Alphard people carriers, and classic Skylines all travel the same trade route from Japanese auctions to Dublin and Cork ports every year.
The tax stack is significant: 10% Common Customs Tariff duty applied to the CIF value (cost + insurance + freight), 23% Irish VAT on top of the duty-inclusive price, and VRT banded by CO2 emissions when the car is registered with Revenue. Understanding the total before you bid is the difference between a bargain and a bill that wrecks your budget. Handytool's free calculator pulls all three into a single estimate so you can compare vehicles side by side in seconds.
How to Calculate Your Ireland Import Cost
The whole process takes under two minutes.
- 01
Enter the auction price and Japan-side fees
Type the hammer price in JPY plus any auction-house commission and inland Japan transport. These form the Ex-Works cost.
- 02
Add ocean freight and insurance
Enter the shipping quote from Japan port to Dublin or your preferred Irish port. The tool uses this to build the CIF value on which duty is calculated.
- 03
Set the JPY-to-EUR exchange rate
Update the rate field to match your bank or broker rate. Use a realistic rate — not the mid-market spot — to avoid underestimating your cost.
- 04
Enter CO2 emissions and vehicle age
CO2 determines the VRT band. Age triggers a warning if the car is over 8 years old, since older imports often require additional inspection in Ireland.
- 05
Review the cost breakdown
The output shows customs duty, VAT, estimated VRT, and your total landed cost in EUR. Adjust any input and the figures update instantly.
Information to Have Ready
Gather these figures before you open the calculator for the most accurate estimate:
- 01Auction hammer price in JPY
- 02Auction-house commission and inland Japan transport fees
- 03Ocean freight quote (Japan to Dublin or nearest port)
- 04Current JPY-to-EUR exchange rate from your broker
- 05Vehicle CO2 emissions (g/km) from Japanese certificate
- 06Year of first registration (for the age check)
Runs in Your Browser, No Data Sent
Every calculation happens locally on your device. Your auction prices, currency rates, and vehicle specs are never transmitted to any server. You can close the tab and return later without worrying about your import plans being stored anywhere.
For final compliance, always verify current duty rates and VRT bands with Irish Revenue or a licensed customs agent. Tax rules can change, and this tool is a planning aid rather than a binding quote.
Japan to Ireland Import FAQ
What taxes do I pay importing a car from Japan to Ireland?
You pay 10% customs duty on the CIF value, 23% Irish VAT on the duty-inclusive amount, and VRT based on your CO2 band when registering the vehicle.
Is VRT calculated on the auction price or OMSP?
VRT is charged on the Open Market Selling Price set by Revenue. This calculator estimates it using your landed value as a proxy — for the exact figure, use the dedicated Ireland VRT calculator once you have the OMSP.
Are there age restrictions on Japanese imports to Ireland?
Ireland has no hard statutory age cap, but vehicles older than 8 years frequently require additional inspection before registration. The tool flags this with a warning.
Do electric vehicles from Japan avoid customs duty?
EVs can qualify for preferential duty rates under trade agreements, but they still attract VAT and VRT. Check current Revenue guidance before purchasing.
Can I include NCT costs in the estimate?
NCT and re-registration fees are not automatically added. Use the Local fees field to include them so your total landed cost reflects all outgoings.
How accurate is the JPY-to-EUR conversion?
The tool uses whatever rate you enter. Update the field to match your bank or currency broker's rate — exchange rates move daily and can significantly affect your final cost.