Moving to the Netherlands? Here’s how to relocate your car
When you are relocating to the Netherlands or another EU country, there is a lot to take care of — especially when you want to take your vehicle with you. Importing your own car is preferable, after all, to buying a new one on arrival.
But relocating a vehicle is not always easy. There are a lot of steps involved in the process, from transportation to customs declarations, examinations and registration in the new country. A logistics provider specialising in vehicle imports can take most of this process out of your hands. One of those providers is SCL Rotterdam, who have recently launched a new customer portal that makes this process even easier.
24/7 access to the status of your vehicle
Through SCL Rotterdam’s customer portal, customers can now track the progress of their transport in real time, from anywhere in the world. All the relevant information — from documents and photos to inspection reports — can be found in one central location.
Sharing and signing sensitive documents, such as copies of passports or driving licences, is also done via a secure connection within the system. This makes separate emails and loose paperwork unnecessary.
Services for individuals and companies
SCL offers their services to both individuals and companies, from expats needing to move their car once to dealers and importers with regular transports. After submitting a quotation request, every user immediately receives an invitation to create an account in the customer portal. This offers transparency from the start in how the process works and which documents will be required of you.
Tax advantages for expats
Relocating your car as part of a household move comes with significant tax benefits. You may be eligible for full exemption from import duties, VAT, BPM (registration tax) and EU type approval requirements. This means your vehicle only needs to meet the Dutch APK (roadworthiness) standard — a service that SCL can fully take care of for you. Our in-house mechanics can inspect your vehicle, carry out any required work and provide a rough cost estimate in advance, ensuring a smooth and efficient approval process.
Digital support with a personal touch
While the customer portal offers a lot of ease of use and transparency in the process, there is always an option for personal support. All your questions and special requests are handled by experienced employees. This combination of cutting edge technology and customisation makes sure the entire process runs smoothly regardless of the number of vehicles and their destination.
Real time tracking — just like FedEx or UPS
The portal provides a real time view of where your car is in the process, similar to how you would track a parcel. Each step is clearly shown on an interactive map so you always know what to expect and when. No more wondering where your vehicle is or what needs to happen next.
Carefree relocation of your car to the Netherlands
Especially for expats just getting settled in a new country, it is reassuring to have clarity and transparency during the importation process. Using a digital solution like the one offered by SCL Rotterdam makes car relocation to the Netherlands easy and efficient.
With their years of experience in automotive logistics in Europe, SCL Rotterdam provides daily storage, transhipment and transportation of vehicles for both individuals and companies. Whether you are moving one car or a whole fleet, you are assured of a straightforward and streamlined process.
Want to know more?
If you are planning to relocate your car to the Netherlands, SCL Rotterdam is ready to help. Visit SCL Rotterdam or contact us directly to learn more about how we can support your move, from the first step to the final delivery.
SCL Rotterdam
Phone: +31 10 427 7720
Email: sales@sclrotterdam.com
