Importing a Car from the USA to Lithuania
Many US export cars come straight from damage auctions. Enter the VIN below for a free preview of its US record — salvage-auction sale records with damage photos, theft records, an odometer timeline, and available US listing and price records back to 2015 (coverage varies by VIN) — before you bid at a US auction or wire money to an exporter. EU import duty (10%, or 0% for US-built cars under the 2026 EU-US agreement) plus 21% VAT apply; Klaipėda is a major entry port for US auction cars destined across Europe — most arrivals are salvage-title vehicles being rebuilt for resale.
The $12.99 Used Car Report — works worldwide
One-time purchase (billed in USD): salvage-auction records with damage photos where published, reported salvage records, theft records, odometer timeline, and available US listing & price records back to 2015 (coverage varies by VIN). See a sample report
Need the federal record instead (recalls, complaints, original window sticker)? That's the $9.99 Full VIN Report.
Importing to Lithuania: taxes & steps
| Customs duty | 10% of customs value — 0% for US-origin cars under Regulation (EU) 2026/1455 |
| VAT | 21% on the duty-inclusive value |
| Registration (pollution) tax | One-time CO2-based tax at first registration when emissions exceed 130 g/km — 2026 schedule roughly €9–€870 (petrol) and €13.50–€1,740 (diesel); BEVs exempt |
- Get the SDK (savininko deklaravimo kodas — owner declaration code) from Regitra BEFORE the car ships; it tracks ownership from the moment of import.
- Clear customs at Klaipėda (most US arrivals) and pay VAT/duty.
- Pass the techninė apžiūra (roadworthiness inspection) — rebuilt salvage cars get scrutiny; keep the repair paper trail.
- Register at Regitra (≈€30–60 in fees plus plates) and pay the CO2 tax if applicable.
Rates verified October 2026; tax law moves — confirm with the destination authority before wiring money. Full process: the 2026 step-by-step import guide.
FAQ
What should I check before importing a US car to Lithuania?
What happened to the car in America: salvage-auction sale records with damage photos where the auction published them, reported salvage records, theft records, an odometer timeline, and the VIN's full US listing and price history — plus the federal record (recalls, owner complaints, service bulletins) and the original window sticker (for 12 brands) proving factory trim, options, and MSRP. Many US export cars come from damage auctions — verify before bidding, not after shipping. EU import duty (10%, or 0% for US-built cars under the 2026 EU-US agreement) plus 21% VAT apply; Klaipėda is a major entry port for US auction cars destined across Europe — most arrivals are salvage-title vehicles being rebuilt for resale.
Why does the original window sticker matter for an import to Lithuania?
It is federal proof of the exact factory configuration and original MSRP — protection against a base vehicle being sold as a loaded one, and useful documentation for valuation and registration. CarWhere retrieves original manufacturer stickers for GM, Ford, Stellantis, Hyundai, and Genesis brands.
Can I check a US auction car's history from Lithuania?
Yes — the $12.99 CarWhere Used Car Report is a one-time purchase available worldwide (billed in USD): salvage-auction sale records with damage photos where published, reported salvage records, theft records, an odometer timeline with rollback flagging, and the VIN's available US listing and price records back to 2015 (coverage varies by VIN). The $9.99 Full VIN Report covers the federal record instead (decode, recalls, complaints, bulletins, window sticker where available). No subscription on either.