Guides

North Cyprus car import guide 2026
The whole process from the Japan auction to a North Cyprus plate — costs and pitfalls.

How to read an auction sheet
Reading the grade, mileage and damage map on a Japanese auction sheet.

JDM or UK import?
Comparing Japan (JDM) and UK imports on price, condition and paperwork.

North Cyprus road-tax renewal: official payment and fake-site checks
Pre-renewal checks, the official .gov.ct.tr address and protection from copycat payment sites.

North Cyprus vehicle inspection 2026: documents and checklist
Finding the plate schedule, required originals, and a lights-tyres-leaks-extinguisher pre-check.

North Cyprus used-car transfer process 2026
Checklist for IDs, registration booklet, official sale form and notarised authority when a party is absent.

North Cyprus compulsory motor insurance and accident reports 2026
Third-party versus comprehensive cover, the 2026 property-damage limit and post-crash report steps.

Hybrid or electric in North Cyprus? 2026 cost checks
A decision framework using energy cost, battery health, charging access and weight-based 2026 registration bands.

First-time driving in North Cyprus: left-side traffic guide
Keeping left, passing right, junction routines and risks highlighted in official traffic reporting.

Japanese import checks: chassis, recalls and auction sheet
A verification flow for chassis identity, manufacturer recalls, mileage and auction documents.

Lost registration booklet and engine-change procedures in North Cyprus
Document checklist for a police loss report, ID/authority and P98, G72, F2 plus engine invoice.

North Cyprus speed-camera penalties: points and photo requests
The 2025 electronic-enforcement amendment, penalty points and requesting a photo for an unpaid fixed-camera case.

Driving in North Cyprus with a foreign or Turkish licence in 2026
The 90-day tourist rule, conversion for work/residence/student status and the commencement caveat for the 2025 Türkiye protocol.

Consumer rights for a defective used car bought from a dealer in North Cyprus
Non-conformity, notice and evidence, repair/replacement remedies, and why a private sale is different.