Registering and licensing a car from the Netherlands
Full Hungarian administration for a vehicle imported from the Netherlands. We tell you what it costs, which papers you need and how long it takes.
What to watch out for when importing a Dutch car
The Netherlands is an EU member; there is no customs procedure. The Dutch kentekenbewijs (registration certificate) is a single card that also takes on the role of the title — there is no separate Fahrzeugbrief-style document. The bilingual sales contract is key here too, because a Dutch invoice alone is rarely detailed enough for the Hungarian registry office.
Which documents are needed for a car imported from the Netherlands?
- bilingual sales contract or original invoice
- the owner’s personal documents
- for a company, a company extract and specimen signature
A downloadable bilingual contract template. No certified translation needed.
Is customs duty payable?
No. The Netherlands is an EU member, so there is no customs procedure. Registration tax and transfer duty are still payable, though.
With the Netherlands an export de-registration certificate is required — without it the case stalls, so ask for it at the time of purchase. It also matters that the Dutch BPM (the local registration tax) is refunded to the seller on export — this does not affect the Hungarian administration, but it is worth knowing that the seller factors it into the price negotiation.
How much does it cost to register a car from the Netherlands?
For an average 90 kW, five-year-old passenger car the basic official cost 150,000 – 210,000 Ft , depending on whether there is a valid foreign inspection.
These are basic official fees. On top come our service fee and, for a priority case, its fee.
Precise calculation →Registration cost calculator — cars from the Netherlands
Enter the vehicle details to see the basic official cost. We give the full quote by phone, tailored to your case.
Which procedure applies is decided by the papers, the vehicle’s characteristics and the urgency, case by case. Please call us and we will help. If you do not know, the calculator uses the highest fee.
On the second page of the Hungarian registration certificate, the V.9 field. For a foreign vehicle, look for it in the CoC or on the technical data sheet.
Supplementary official examinations▾
These come on top of the procedure fee above, depending on the vehicle’s build.
Itemised breakdown▾
These are basic official fees. On top come our service fee and, for a priority case, its fee.
An indicative estimate based on the 2026 official fee tables. The final amount payable is set by the official procedure; we give the full quote by phone.
The amounts shown on this site have been compiled to the best of our knowledge, based on official information publicly available in August 2026. The content is for informational purposes only, does not constitute a formal offer, and Alba Prémium Otthon Kft. accepts no liability for its accuracy, completeness, or currency.
I want the registration Prefer the phone: +36 70 755 5705How does it work?
You send both parts of the kentekenbewijs and the contract. We give a fixed quote.
Inspection slot, identity check, tax office, registry office — all prioritised.
Hungarian registration certificate, vehicle title and plate.
Frequently asked questions about cars from the Netherlands
What is a kentekenbewijs?
The Dutch registration certificate, which serves as both registration document and title. It has two parts: I proves the vehicle data, II the owner.
Is a separate Dutch vehicle title needed?
No, part II of the kentekenbewijs serves that purpose.
What is the APK?
The Dutch roadworthiness test. If valid and provable, the registration procedure is enough.
How long does registering a Dutch car take?
With complete papers and a priority slot, as little as one day.
Bringing home a car from the Netherlands?
Send us photos of the documents and we will give a fixed quote within 24 hours.
What we handle for a car imported from the Netherlands
Registering and licensing a car from the Netherlands is one single process with us: from the import to the Hungarian plate we handle every step.
The whole registration process: identity check, official procedure, government office.
Details →First Hungarian registration: moving a car from the Netherlands onto Hungarian plates.
Details →Car sourcing, on-site inspection and transport home, if you need help buying as well.
Details →Registration inspection or full technical inspection — with the authority’s 2026 fees.
Details →A downloadable bilingual contract template — no certified translation needed.
Details →Customs and VAT exemption when moving home: the conditions, the deadlines and the full process.
Details →Calculating the registration tax and the whole tax office process, including age-based depreciation.
Details →If you do not want to wait 2–3 months for an inspection slot.
Details →Obtaining and replacing the certificate of conformity if the vehicle has none.
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