Arriving in the UK
When you arrive in the UK from abroad with your boat, the default position is that import VAT and duty are payable on the current value of the boat. This will be the case unless you are entitled to relief. One such relief is Temporary Admission.
To be eligible for Temporary Admission you must be bringing your boat to the UK for private use.
- The boat must be registered outside the UK.
- The owner must be resident outside the UK.
- Whilst the boat is in the UK it must be used by a non-UK resident (some exceptions to this are outlined in Notice 8).
- The boat must be identifiable (e.g. by its registration number, name or hull identification number).
If you meet these conditions you should be allowed to bring the boat into the UK for up to 18 months.
For further information visit the RYA website or the UK Government latest advice.
Destinations
River Dart
Nestled in the picturesque county of Devon, the River Dart flows a total of 75 kilometres through the beautiful southwest English countryside to the river’s mouth at Dartmouth Harbour. More
River Yealm
The River Yealm originates from its source in the southern reaches of the outstanding Dartmoor National Park, flowing a total of 12 kilometres to the English Channel at Wembury. More
Salcombe
The charming southwest Devon coastal town of Salcombe sits on the banks of the Kingsbridge Estuary, located within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. More
British Marine South West
4 Providence Court
Exeter, Devon EX2 5JL
Registered number: 05203436