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🇦🇺 Importing a vehicle into Australia

Vehicles must comply with ADRs or qualify under the Specialist & Enthusiast Vehicle Scheme (SEVS) or the Personal Import Scheme (held + used overseas for 12+ months). RAW (Registered Automotive Workshop) compliance plate.

Headline rules

Age limit
25 years
Emission standard
ADR (Australian Design Rules)
RHD allowed
Yes
Personal-import allowance
1 vehicle every 12 months under SEVS / Personal Import Scheme

Last verified 2026-04-28.

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