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Export Cars
to Malta

UK Car Export provides professional vehicle export services to Malta for private buyers, trade customers and dealerships. We manage the complete process from vehicle sourcing and documentation through to international shipping and delivery support.

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Exporting to Malta

Malta is a small EU island nation in the Mediterranean that drives on the left and uses exclusively right-hand drive vehicles. UK vehicles are well suited to Maltese roads and the country is one of the closest sea freight destinations from the UK.

UK Car Source provides vehicle export services to Malta with some of the shortest transit times of any international destination. We manage Certificate of Conformity documentation, UK-side export paperwork and Valletta sea freight coordination.

Import Rules

Drive ConfigurationRight-hand drive required. Malta drives on the left.
Vehicle Age LimitEU emissions standards apply. Age restrictions tied to emissions compliance.
ConditionRoadworthy condition. Transport Malta inspection required.
Customs AuthorityMalta Customs Department
Duty & VATImport duty (6.5% from UK post-Brexit) and Malta VAT (18%) applicable. UK-EU TCA preferential rates apply for eligible vehicles.
StandardsEU Certificate of Conformity (COC) required. UK type approval vehicles need UKCA documentation.

Import regulations are subject to change. We recommend confirming current requirements with the relevant customs authority prior to shipment.

Major Ports

Grand Harbour, Valletta — Malta's historic deep-water port and primary vehicle import entry point.
Marsaxlokk (Freeport) — Malta's main container terminal, used for cargo and some vehicle shipments.

Shipping Options

RoRo Shipping

Roll-on Roll-off service. Cost-effective for most passenger vehicles and SUVs.

Container Shipping

Dedicated or shared container. Recommended for prestige and high-value vehicles.

Air Freight

Available on special request for time-critical or high-value shipments.

Road Transport

UK and European road transport for nearby destinations. Fully insured and tracked.

Required Documentation

UK V5C Registration Certificate (original)
Certificate of Conformity (COC) where applicable
Bill of Lading / Airway Bill
Commercial Invoice
Packing List
Insurance Certificate
Import Permit / Customs Entry Form (at destination)
Copy of buyer's passport / identification

Estimated Timelines

1

Vehicle Sourcing & Preparation

1–3 weeks depending on specification and availability

2

Documentation & Export Clearance

3–7 working days

3

Sea Freight Transit

5–9 days sea freight

4

Customs Clearance at Destination

3–10 working days depending on port and documentation

5

Total Estimated Process

6–12 weeks from order to delivery (subject to availability and customs)

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