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03 December 2025

MT Plates in Andorra: the easiest way to own a car in Europe without residency

MT Plates in Andorra: the easiest way to own a car in Europe without residency
 

MT Plates in Andorra: the easiest way to own a car in Europe without residency

 

  Every year it becomes more complicated for someone without European residency to    buy, register, and use a vehicle within European territory.   Most countries require a local address, a residence permit, or identification numbers in order to register a car.

  Andorra, however, continues to offer a unique and fully legal alternative:   MT plates, also known as tourist plates.

  This type of registration allows people who do not have residency in Europe,   and even those without any European address, to:

     
  • Buy a car
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  • Register it in their own name
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  • Drive legally throughout Europe
 

What exactly are MT plates?

 

    MT plates are an official Andorran registration system designed so that      non-residents can legally register a vehicle in Andorra.  

 

With this system:

 
       
  • The car is registered in your name without needing European residency.
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  • You can obtain insurance valid for driving across Europe.
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  • The vehicle can circulate fully legally throughout European territory.
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  • The registration is valid for one year and renewed annually with ease.
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    It is an ideal solution for anyone who needs a European car without meeting the usual residency or address requirements.  

 

Why is Andorra the most interesting place to register a car?

 

1. Very low taxes

 

Andorra offers:

 
       
  • 0% registration tax
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  • 4.5% VAT
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    This makes the total cost of the vehicle significantly lower than in most European countries.  

 

2. Fully legal

 

    MT plates are official and widely recognized.     The vehicle circulates with Andorran documentation and European-valid insurance,     without any ambiguity or special restrictions.  

 

Clear pricing from the start

 

    Unlike other services, here you will always know the exact price before making any decision.  

 

    At Importocotxe we have created a vehicle search engine for European and American (USA) cars that shows:  

 
       
  • The final price of the car
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  • All import costs to Andorra included
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  • The option to register it with MT plates for €300 extra
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    In addition, we can purchase any car you want—from Europe or the United States—import it,     and register it in Andorra with MT plates so you can use it legally throughout Europe.  

 

    This allows you to own any car at the best possible price, fully legal and registered in your name.  

 

    We invite you to try the search tool and see the final cost of the vehicle you are considering.  

 

Who can benefit from this type of registration?

 

MT plates are ideal for people who:

 
       
  • Do not have residency in any European country.
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  • Need a car for extended stays in Europe.
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  • Do not have a European address to register a vehicle.
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  • Want a car legally registered in their own name with European insurance.
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  • Are looking for a flexible and cost-effective alternative to standard EU registration.
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  • Travel frequently across different European countries.
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  • Need a vehicle for professional, sports, or family purposes.
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    It is a highly specialized and very specific solution for individuals with particular needs.  

 

Who CANNOT use MT plates?

 

MT plates are not available for:

 
       
  • Residents of Andorra
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  • Residents of any European Union country
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  • People with fiscal or administrative domicile in Europe
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    This system is exclusively designed for non-European residents.  

 

What vehicles can be registered with MT plates?

 

The majority of standard vehicles:

 
       
  • Sedans
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  • SUVs
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  • 4x4 vehicles
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  • Certain vans and campers
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  • Sports cars or premium vehicles
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(Large motorhomes are not included.)

 

How does the process work?

 
       
  1. You search for a vehicle on our website or tell us what you want.
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  3. We locate it in Europe or the United States and purchase it in your name.
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  5. We import it into Andorra.
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  7. We handle all MT documentation and registration.
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  9. We arrange the appropriate insurance.
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  11. The vehicle is ready for you to drive legally throughout Europe.
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    Renewal is easy and done annually.  

 

Conclusion: the simplest and most cost-effective way to own a European car without residency

 

    MT plates provide a unique way to own a European vehicle without residency,     without a local address, and with minimum taxes.     It is a clear, transparent, and fully legal option that lets you enjoy a European car at the best price.  

 

    If you want to know whether this fits your situation, the potential cost of the car you’re considering,     or if you simply need guidance, we will gladly help you at no cost or obligation.  

 

    Tell us about your situation and we’ll advise you with complete transparency.  

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