Vehicles, machinery, and parts
Vehicles, machinery, and parts (including tyres) often carry soil, plant matter, and animals. MPI's role is to help importers meet biosecurity requirements to keep New Zealand free from contaminants, pests, and diseases which can threaten our environment.
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Your step-by-step guide to importing vehicles, machinery, and parts.
Download the new Import Health Standard (IHS) for Vehicles, Machinery, and Parts.
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UPDATES
14 May 2020 – Consultation on proposed amendments to the IHS
MPI has begun a consultation on proposed amendments to the Import Health Standard (IHS) for Vehicles, Machinery, and Parts. The consultation closes on 17 July 2020.
This import process is for:
- new and used cars, and other vehicles
- new and used tyres
- rural and building machinery
- parts
- aircraft arriving as cargo
- seacraft arriving as cargo.
Importing related products
Processes for importing products related to vehicles, machinery, and tyres are elsewhere on the website. Follow these steps if you're:
Who to contact
If you have a question about importing vehicles, machinery, or parts, email standards@mpi.govt.nz