Documents and Paperwork for Registering a US Car in Poland
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Title, Bill of Lading, customs clearance document, roadworthiness test — the full set of papers needed for registration and who provides them.
Registering a US car in Poland is a formality, as long as the full set of documents is prepared in advance. A single missing paper can hold up the whole process for weeks.
The full set of documents
| Document | What for | Who provides it |
|---|---|---|
| Title (proof of ownership) | Proof of ownership | Auction / seller |
| Bill of Lading | Shipping document | Shipping line |
| Clearance document (SAD) | Proof of clearance | Customs agency |
| Proof of excise payment | Registration at the vehicle office | Importer |
| Roadworthiness test | Approval for road use | Inspection station |
| Sworn translations | Documents in Polish | Sworn translator |
The most common cause of delays is a missing original title — make sure it leaves the US together with the car. At Carimporta we assemble the documentation at every stage, so you arrive at the office with a complete package.