PERSONAL IMPORTS CERTIFIED WITH CONFIDENCE

VASS Certification for Victorian Registration

Importing a vehicle under Australia’s Personal Import Scheme requires expert assessment to ensure it meets Victorian safety and compliance standards. As licensed VASS (Vehicle Assessment Signatory Scheme) engineers, we specialise in inspecting, certifying, and approving personal import vehicles for registration in Victoria.

Personal Import Requirements

To be eligible as a personal import, the vehicle must have been owned and used overseas for at least 12 continuous months, and a Vehicle Import Approval (VIA) must be issued before the vehicle is shipped to Australia. While the VIA allows the vehicle to enter the country, it does not guarantee registration.

Engineering Assessment & VASS Certification

All personal import vehicles must be assessed to confirm they are safe for use on Victorian roads. We conduct detailed inspections and identify any non-compliant items, including lighting, seatbelts, speedometer units, glazing, and child restraint anchor points. Where modifications are required, we certify the work and issue a VASS certificate, confirming compliance with Victorian vehicle standards.

Registration Support

A valid VASS certificate is a key requirement for Victorian registration. We work alongside workshops, roadworthy testers, and VicRoads processes to ensure your vehicle passes roadworthy inspection and any required Vehicle Identity Validation (VIV). Our goal is to minimise delays and help you register your vehicle efficiently.

Why Choose a VASS Engineer

Using a licensed VASS engineer ensures modifications are approved correctly the first time, reducing rework, compliance risks, and registration delays.