The import of vehicles or transport products is allowed, and indeed we see an increase in the number of imported vehicles and spare parts for vehicles. The import process is not difficult or complicated when you know what to do.
Advantages of original spare parts in parallel imports compared to used spare parts.
Parallel import of new spare parts eliminates the use of used spare parts. Using original spare parts keeps a vehicle in good working order for a long time, reduces visits to the garage and enables safety when driving.
Spare parts of vehicles
Every vehicle needs parts to be replaced from time to time. But when it is necessary to replace a part in a car, often the option is an expensive original part or a used part whose condition is unknown. The other option is the import of spare parts for the car.
Importing the spare parts and not depending on the importer’s prices significantly lowers the repair. You can get original spare parts at a cost of up to 50% of the prices in Israel.
Importing spare parts makes it possible to import the part at a significantly lower price than among the official importers. This way you can enjoy a quality and original product at a significantly lower price.
First we will explain when it is allowed to import vehicles and spare parts by personal import and then we will explain what is required in order to import vehicles and spare parts for vehicles.
The conditions for personal importation of vehicles and transport products
The import is made in a reasonable amount and for the individual’s personal use according to section 112 of the Law on Licensing Services and Professions in the Automotive Industry, 2016.
- The imported products are for personal use only, and not for sale to others.
- Import of a low number of parts.
- The import is carried out by an individual and not by a traffic product dealer.
- The importation of transport products is not intended for creation, for supply purposes, or for the provision of services in the automotive field.
- The import will not be made for the purpose of selling it to another.
Procedure for importing transport products to Israel?
Importing a transport product includes several processes and these vary according to the group affiliation of the transport product.
One of the issues that must be emphasized is spare parts anchored in standards. The Ministry of Transportation publishes a list of spare parts that are required to comply with standard requirements. You can find the list of products on the website of the Ministry of Transport. The import of these spare parts (except for used ones) requires the importer to prove that the spare parts comply with the requirements of the standard. For each product the mandatory requirements are detailed, in some products the importer will only be required to display the standard marking on the product and without the need for additional approval.
Release from customs of vehicles and spare parts that require the standard must be carried out by the procedures of the Ministry of Transport. A declaration must be filled in when releasing the product. and present a certificate from a certified vehicle laboratory or a certificate from the Ministry of Transportation that the products meet the requirements of the standard.
Spare parts allowed for personal import
Spare parts for which no standard requirements have been set can be imported freely and without regulatory intervention by the Ministry of Transport.
Interested in importing a car or spare parts for personal import?
You can check in the personal import system if legal requirements apply to the item you want to import.
Checking import requirements.
Importing spare parts includes several steps:
Checking the customs detail in the list of the Ministry of Transport. In this list you can find the item you want to order and what are the existing standard requirements and additional requirements.
If the item is not on the list, check whether the item is defined under a personal import order of the Ministry of Transport. You can also find more information on the customs tariff.
It is important to prepare a folder that includes all the documents in accordance with the requirements of the standard.
After the aforementioned tests, an email must be forwarded that includes the required certificates as well as a table detailing all the items: customs detail, manufacturer, description, brand, and any additional documents you have.
Advantages of original spare parts in parallel imports compared to used spare parts
Parallel import of new spare parts eliminates the use of used spare parts. Using original spare parts keeps a vehicle in good working order for a long time, reduces visits to the garage and enables safety when driving.
Spare parts of vehicles
Every vehicle needs replacement parts from time to time. But when a car needs to be towed by a car, often the option is an expensive original part or a used part whose condition is unknown. The other option is the import of spare parts for the car.
Importing the spare parts and not depending on the importer’s prices significantly lowers the repair. You can get original spare parts at a cost of up to 50% of the prices in Israel.
Parallel import allows customers to import the part at a significantly lower price than among the official importers. This way you can enjoy a quality and original product at a significantly lower price
