Finally Own a Car in Europe
Without Living There
The only legal way for non-EU residents to buy, register, and own a car in Europe. Fully in your name. Drive everywhere.
Why You Can't Buy a Car in Europe as a Non-Resident
You can buy a car anywhere in Europe — but without residency, you can't register it. No registration = no plates, no insurance, can't drive it.
What do non-residents end up doing?
Long-term Renting
Costs €2,000-4,000/month for a decent car. Over a year, you've spent €30,000+ with nothing to show for it. Plus the hassle of renting every time you arrive, and liability issues if something happens to the car.
Friend or Relative Registration
Puts them in an awkward position. They're responsible for traffic tickets, tax declarations, and any legal issues. If they have financial problems, your car becomes part of their assets. Courts can seize it.
Company Registration
Some companies offer to buy a car for you and let you use it. But you're not the legal owner — a company you don't really know is. If they face lawsuits, debts, or bankruptcy, your car could be seized.
Export Plates
Maximum validity of 12 months. Non-renewable. After that, you have a car with no plates, exported from the country, that no dealer will buy back. A dead end.
None of these solutions give you what you actually want: a car registered in your name that you legally own and can keep as long as you need it.
Until now, there wasn't a real solution.
The Legal Way to Own a Car in Europe Without Residency
One country offers a real solution: Andorra.
Andorra — a small, stable country between France and Spain — offers MT plates (Matrícula Turística): an official government registration for non-EU residents. The car is registered in your name, fully legal, and valid everywhere. No residency required.
What MT registration gives you:
Your Name
The car is registered directly in YOUR name. You are the legal owner.
Valid Everywhere
Drive in Europe, UK, Switzerland, and beyond. Only restriction: not valid in your country of residence.
Renewable Annually
Keep your car for as long as you need it.
No Intermediaries
No third-party ownership. No legal gray areas.
Andorra is the only country offering this.
And it happens to be a great place to buy a car:
Low Taxes
- Only 4.5% sales tax vs 19-22% VAT in EU
- No registration tax
- No import tax from Europe
Stable Jurisdiction
- Outside the EU — independent flexibility
- Strong property rights — protected by law
- Strategic location — 2.5h from Barcelona, 2h from Toulouse
Who Uses This Service
Our clients come from the US, Canada, Australia, the UAE, Asia, Russia, and Latin America. What they share: they spend significant time in Europe each year and are tired of the rental car hassle.
Business Travelers
Your own car waiting every trip.
Families with EU Ties
Kids abroad, parents to visit, regular trips.
Sports Families
Following circuits: tennis, golf, motorsport.
Expats Who Left the EU
Moved abroad but still visit often.
Digital Nomads
Spending months in Europe each year.
Motorhome Buyers
Own your vehicle for road trips.
How It Works
Search
Tell us what car you're looking for or search our platform yourself.
We Find
We find the best options across Europe and present them to you.
We Import
We buy, transport to Andorra, and register with MT plates in your name.
We Deliver
Pick up in Andorra or request delivery anywhere in Europe.
Car Storage and Maintenance in Europe
Your car needs a home when you're not in Europe. We take care of that too.
Secure Storage
Keep your vehicle in our private facilities in Andorra or near Barcelona. Covered, secure, and maintained.
Annual Renewal
We handle all paperwork for your yearly MT plate renewal. You don't need to return to Andorra.
Maintenance
Oil changes, annual inspections, any repairs — we coordinate everything while your car is stored.
Pickup & Delivery
Flying into Barcelona? Milan? Paris? We'll have your car cleaned, fueled, and waiting.
500+ Car Imports. Importing Cars Since 2017.
We're ImportoCotxe, the leading car import company in Andorra. With 7+ years of experience navigating European customs, taxes, and registration, we've helped 500+ clients get their cars.
MT registration for non-EU residents is a specialized service — most people don't know it exists. We've helped clients from the US, Canada, Australia, UAE, and beyond finally own a car in Europe.
Our Clients
"As a medical doctor and owner of a large business I'm always looking for people who are supportive and caring in difficult industries like car importation and sales. Marti, Joan, and the team were outstanding. I purchased my Chevy Tahoe 2025 while I was abroad and wired them money — I was nervous because it wasn't a small amount. I arrived in Andorra at the private airport, and Marti came to get me. I was so grateful! He drove my mom and me to our hotel and then took the entire day to help me get the import documents, insurance, and plates. The team was professional and helped me get exactly what I needed. Marti on a personal note was one of the most amazing humans I've met. I will be buying more cars and referring him to my friends. Thanks again for your help."
"Saved €20,000 compared to buying in Italy. I visit my family several times a year and finally have my own car waiting. Smooth process."
"After years of renting campervans at ridiculous prices, we bought our own motorhome. Stored safely when we're home, ready when we return."
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — but only through Andorra's MT plate system. EU countries require residency for car registration. Andorra specifically allows non-EU residents to register vehicles in their own name using MT (tourist) plates.
Anyone who is NOT a resident of the European Union. You need a valid passport or proof of residency from a non-EU country. Americans, Canadians, Australians, UAE residents, Latin Americans, and others all qualify.
This is completely legal. MT plates are an official program created by the Andorran government specifically for non-EU residents who need vehicles in Europe. It's not a loophole — it's the intended use of this registration category. You can verify this on the official ACA website (Andorra's official vehicle registration authority), where MT plates are listed as one of the official registration plate types.
Anywhere in Europe. MT plates are recognized throughout the EU and Schengen area. France, Spain, Germany, Italy, Portugal, Switzerland, Austria — no restrictions.
Yes, once. Andorran law requires you to be present for the initial vehicle registration. We coordinate everything so it takes just one day. After that, we handle annual renewals remotely.
Approximately 4 weeks from when you select your car until delivery. This includes purchase, transport to Andorra, import processing, and registration.
Andorra's import tax is 4.5% versus 19-22% VAT in EU countries. On a €60,000 vehicle, you save approximately €9,000-€10,500 in taxes alone.
Yes. We've registered motorhomes and campervans for clients who travel Europe for extended periods. The process is the same as for standard vehicles.
Our all-inclusive price depends on the vehicle you choose. Use our search to see final prices, or contact us for a personalized quote. The price includes car, transport, taxes, registration, and our service.
Yes. You own the car outright and can sell it whenever you want. We can help you find a buyer or handle the sale process if needed.
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Stop renting. Stop dealing with workarounds that don't give you real ownership. Get the car you want, registered in your name, ready whenever you arrive.
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