Entry certification is carried out by certifiers that are appointed by Waka Kotahi. This process will include:
Vehicle identification number (VIN) - more information
The following types of used vehicles require entry certification if they're to be used on the road in New Zealand:
|
Vehicle type |
Classes |
Light vehicles (GVM not exceeding 3500kg |
Mopeds |
LA and LB |
Motorcycles |
LC, LD and LE
|
|
Passenger vehicles with 9 or less seats including forward control and offroad
|
MA, MB and MC
|
|
Light goods vehicle
|
NA
|
|
Light buses with more than 9 seats
|
MD1, MD2 |
|
Heavy Vehicles (GVM exceeding 3500kg) |
Heavy Buses
|
MD3, MD4 and ME
|
Heavy trucks
|
NB and NC
|
|
Heavy trailers
|
TC and TD |
We recommend you contact an entry certifier at the time you're considering importing a specific vehicle, as they'll be able to provide advice. If the vehicle is a heavy vehicle, a specialist vehicle, a left-hand drive or a modified vehicle, you may need to find a certifier that specialises in these vehicle types.
Entry certification takes place once the vehicle has received the border inspection (offshore or onshore), Customs and biosecurity clearance has been given and the vehicle has been released to the importer.
Dealers and repairers who have the right to use a trade plate may drive an uncertified vehicle on a conditional permit before taking it to an entry certifier. Private importers will need to have the vehicle transported to an entry certifier by other means (eg on a trailer, transported or towed).