← Importing a car from China to Portugal / EU: full landed-cost guide 2026

BYD Seal U (Sealion 6) to Portugal / EU: what it costs landed

Reference ex-works price $17,850 (EXW, new car). Below: every step from the dealer's yard to a registered car in Portugal / EU, computed by our rules engine — sources and verification dates included.

Example configuration (reference price) · Battery electric

3–4 cars sharing a container: about $1,500–2,600 per car

This estimate includes import VAT in full. A VAT number does not automatically make vehicle VAT deductible: eligibility and the deductible share depend on the importing country, vehicle use, type and price. Business buyers should subtract only the VAT they have confirmed is recoverable when assessing net cost. Eligible businesses in Portugal and some other countries may account for import VAT on the return instead of paying at customs; this is not an exemption and does not itself grant a deduction.

Recalculate with your own price → Reference price — change it in the calculator

Can this car get in?

• • Who can import: Individuals and companies can import; companies clear with an EORI number, individuals with ID
• • No EU COC → individual vehicle approval
• • Glass light transmission ≥70%, EU-spec headlights
• • Businesses need an EORI number to import

Rules and sources

• ISV displacement formula + Tabela A/D ↗ verified 2026-10-06
• VAT 23% / EU import duty 10% ↗ verified 2026-09-02
• Countervailing duty on new China-built BEVs and range-extender cars (Reg. (EU) 2024/2754, Art. 1): the maker-specific rate (BYD 17.0 / Geely 18.8 / Tesla 7.8 / listed cooperating makers 20.7) applies only with an invoice issued by a listed producer and carrying the signed declaration; otherwise the 'all other companies' rate of 35.3 applies. SAIC and makers not on the list pay 35.3 ↗ official 2026-10-02
• A price undertaking (minimum import price + quota) can replace the countervailing duty, but only where the Commission has accepted it; on 2026-02-10 it accepted Volkswagen (Anhui) for the CUPRA Tavascan — all other makers still pay the duty ↗ official 2026-10-02
• Homologation + customs + registration €1,200 verified 2026-08

FAQ

BYD Seal U (Sealion 6) price in Portugal / EU: how much does it cost delivered with duties paid?

About $45,304 per car delivered duty paid (DDP) in Portugal / EU, from $19,964 FOB China port (ex-works $17,850). Taxes and fees about $20,394; see the table above and recalculate with your own price.

How much import duty and VAT on a BYD Seal U (Sealion 6) in Portugal / EU?

Taxes and fees total about $20,394 on a CIF value of $24,260: Import duty 10% $2,426, Countervailing duty 35.3% (invoice not issued by the manufacturer) $8,564, ISV BEV exempt $0, IVA 23% $8,108, Homologation + customs + registration $1,296.

Can a new BYD Seal U (Sealion 6) be imported and registered in Portugal / EU?

Yes. No blocking rule for a new left-hand-drive car. Rules to know: Who can import: Individuals and companies can import; companies clear with an EORI number, individuals with ID; No EU COC → individual vehicle approval; Glass light transmission ≥70%, EU-spec headlights; Businesses need an EORI number to import

Do I need an EORI number to import into Portugal / EU?

Yes. Any business importing into the EU needs an EORI number for customs clearance; without it the car cannot be cleared.

BYD Seal U (Sealion 6) in other countries

Other models to Portugal / EU

Indicative figures: exchange rates, freight and tax rules change; what customs actually charges and the quote LandedCar confirms prevail. Free and not a basis for refunds or claims — see Terms.