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.
Request Export QuoteMalta 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.
| Drive Configuration | Right-hand drive required. Malta drives on the left. |
| Vehicle Age Limit | EU emissions standards apply. Age restrictions tied to emissions compliance. |
| Condition | Roadworthy condition. Transport Malta inspection required. |
| Customs Authority | Malta Customs Department |
| Duty & VAT | Import duty (6.5% from UK post-Brexit) and Malta VAT (18%) applicable. UK-EU TCA preferential rates apply for eligible vehicles. |
| Standards | EU 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.
1–3 weeks depending on specification and availability
3–7 working days
5–9 days sea freight
3–10 working days depending on port and documentation
6–12 weeks from order to delivery (subject to availability and customs)
Contact our export team today. We handle sourcing, documentation, shipping and logistics — so you don't have to.