No. Once the period of validity has expired (a maximum of 14 days, or shorter if the MOT is expiring), the vehicle may no longer be driven on public roads. Therefore, plan the export within that timeframe.

An export registration plate is valid for 14 days unless the car's MOT expires within those 14 days. The export licence plate then expires when the MOT would also expire.

The vehicle itself, the invoice to the foreign address, the registration certificate (or complete vehicle registration document), and valid identification. Contact the service point in advance to check if they require any additional documents.

• The complete most recent registration certificate. From 1 January 2014, every time there is an owner change, the paper registration certificate will be replaced by a registration card. Therefore, the following distinction exists:
• If a Registration Card was not previously applied for the vehicle, bring the following paper registration documents: Part II (1B Registration Certificate) and Copy Part III/Transcription Certificate/Part II).
• If a Registration Card has been applied for, take this Registration Card along with the corresponding registration code.
• The corresponding number plate(s)
• Exact vehicle odometer reading
• Proof of identity (original and valid):
  • International: identity card or passport
  • National: driving licence, identity card or passport
  • Please note that a residence permit will not be accepted

At the VWE head office in Heerhugowaard or at one of our Service points. Take precautions beforehand, just in case Contact Op.

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