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• Can I import an older car?

  Yes, cars that are over 20 years old are treated as classic cars and are exempt from meeting many of the standards.

  There are far less requirements for cars built prior to 1990. These vehicles must still be structurally sound, meet New Zealand safety requirements and are required to have an Entry Compliance Inspection similar to newer cars, but are not required to be built to the same recognised standards as newer cars, therefore documented proof of standards compliance may not be required.

• Where do I begin?

  Fill out an import enquiry form and we can help you

  1. Identify the class of vehicle.

  2. Identify which standards your vehicle must meet.

  3. Identify the requirements needed from the country you are importing from.

  4. Obtain the required documentation (must be originals, not copies, faxes or electronic versions).

  • Legal entitlement (receipt, bill of sale, auction receipt)
  • Proof of registration (registration or de-registration papers, export certificate, certificate of title/origin)
  • Ownership trail which goes as far back as the last registered owner overseas.

  5. Prepare to import (make sure the vehicle arrives clean as it needs to pass a bio-security and a structural inspection before it is released by NZ Customs).

  6. Contact an AA Entry Compliance Centre.

• Where can cars, bikes, trailers or commercial vehicles be imported from?

  Basically from anywhere, as long as the required standards can be met and acceptable documentation can be provided. As a generalisation, vehicles sold new in one of the recognised markets that New Zealand new vehicles are sourced from are more likely to meet the required standards.

  Vehicles sold new in some markets, particularly some Asian and African countries, may not be built to the standards the New Zealand authorities require.

  All documents must be originals (non-copied) and must be in English or be certified translated into English.

• What do I need to do to become a driving instructor?

  You need to have had your Full License for a minimum of 2 years. You will need to complete a Fit and Proper Check (DL20) and become I endorsed. You can complete an I Endorsement Course through the AA Driving School.

• How long does it take for me to get my I Endorsement?

  You will have to go through the process of the DL20 (Fit and Proper). The course takes 2 weeks. For more information please contact aadtcareers@aa.co.nz

• What services do you offer for fleets and businesses?

  Advanced Driver Assessment

  Online Driver Risk Assessment

  Defensive Driving for Fleets & Businesses course (DDFB)

  Defensive Driving Plus

  Van and Minibus Familiarisation

  If you have any special requirements or would like something different to the above services please call the team on 0800 723 338 to discuss your plans.

• Is the instructor’s car dual controlled?

  Yes, all of our AA Instructors have dual controlled vehicles.

• What if there’s no instructor in my area?

  Please visit the driving lessons page to see where we have instructors. If you are just outside of a town/city we could make some arrangements to accommodate a lesson, please call us on 0800 223 748.

• Can I do a practice Licence test with an instructor?

  Yes, you can sit a Simulated Driving Test with an instructor before you go to take the real test. This is a great way of making sure you are ready to pass.

• Can I book and pay for a Defensive Driving Course at an AA Centre?

  Currently we can only take bookings online, or over the phone with a credit card.