Moving to Germany with Cars on Dubai Number Plates – Advice Needed

Hi everyone,

I'm moving from Dubai to Germany soon for university, and I have a couple of cars that I’d like to bring with me. They currently have Dubai number plates, and I’m wondering if it’s possible to keep them while living in Germany, or if I’ll need to register them with German plates.

Here are some questions I have:

  • Can I legally drive in Germany with Dubai plates, and if so, for how long?
  • Are there any specific taxes, inspections, or modifications required for the cars to comply with German regulations?
  • Any tips on shipping companies or logistics for getting the cars to Germany?

I’d appreciate any advice or experiences you could share about bringing non-EU cars to Germany. Thanks in advance!