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Gerard, there is nothing more legalistic than using the Temporary Importation Procedures for sporting goods, as set out in the Regulations (EU Regulations (Commission Delegated Regulation (DA) 2015/2446) under inter alia Articles 212 and 213 (for ‘means of transport’) and Article 219 (for ‘goods intending to be used for sports purposes’)).
ATA Carnets have their own issues associated with them (eg, if have they been incorrectly stamped on the outward journey) which some have fallen foul of.
But, each to their own. ATA Carnets ‘work’ (but can be expensive and inflexible over their lifetime) as do the Temporary Importation Procedures (which are free, more flexible and usually involve less interaction with Customs’’ officials).
My paper merely highlights the availability of these Procedures which appear to have been completely below the radar for competitors wishing to take their cars overseas for races.
Regards
Peter
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