Required Documents for Vehicle Importation to Northern Cyprus

Introduction

Importing a vehicle into Northern Cyprus requires knowledge of legal requirements and necessary documents. This article will help you familiarize yourself with the documents and steps needed for vehicle importation by individuals and various groups.

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A. Documents Required for Importers and Individuals

1. Original Vehicle Title: Submission of the original vehicle ownership document.

2. Original Purchase Invoice: Official purchase invoice of the vehicle.

3. Bill of Lading and Clearance Documents: Documents related to the transportation and customs clearance of the vehicle.

4. Identity Documents: Passport or Northern Cyprus identity card.

5. Originals and Copies of All Above Documents: Submission of originals and copies of all the mentioned documents.

B. Documents Required from Cypriot Citizens Living Abroad Who Intend to Settle in Northern Cyprus

1. Original Vehicle Title: Original vehicle ownership document.

2. Bill of Lading and Clearance Documents:

• If the vehicle entered with a foreign license plate, a Temporary Vehicle or Goods Import Permit from the Customs and Excise Department is required.

3. Entry and Exit Records: Certificate from the Immigration Police showing entries and exits to Northern Cyprus over the past 10 years.

4. Residence Certificate: Submission of a residence certificate (with a 10 Turkish Lira stamp affixed).

5. Title Deed of Residence: Ownership document, rental, or sales contract of the residential property.

6. Identity Documents: Passport and Northern Cyprus identity card.

7. Originals and Copies of All Above Documents: Submission of originals and copies of all the mentioned documents.

C. Documents Required from Foreign Nationals Who Intend to Settle in Northern Cyprus

1. Original Vehicle Title: Original vehicle ownership document.

2. Bill of Lading and Clearance Documents:

• If the vehicle entered with a foreign license plate, a Temporary Vehicle or Goods Import Permit from the Customs and Excise Department is required.

3. Entry and Exit Records: Certificate from the Immigration Police showing entries and exits to Northern Cyprus over the past 10 years.

4. Residence Certificate: Submission of a residence certificate (with a 10 Turkish Lira stamp affixed).

5. Title Deed of Residence: Ownership document, rental, or sales contract of the residential property.

6. Financial Documents: Bank account passbook (document showing that income is sourced from abroad).

7. Passport: Submission of a valid passport.

Originals and Copies of All Above Documents: Submission of originals and copies of all the mentioned documents.