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Vehicle Types

Processing times and costs by vehicle

Every vehicle type is a different application to the Department of Land Transport, with its own timeline and cost structure. Here's what to plan around before you pick an entry date.

Two Wheels

Motorcycle

7–15 days
  • Standard processing ~15 working days
  • Express option, 7–10 working days
  • Eligible for group border crossings
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Four Wheels

Car

7–15 days
  • Same processing window as motorcycles
  • Express option available
  • Eligible for group border crossings
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Overland Rig

Motorhome / Campervan

~60 days
  • Complex approval process
  • No express option — plan early
  • Group crossings share the higher clearance fee
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Extra and optional costs

What else to budget for

Border Clearance Fee

$800 for motorcycles and cars, $2,000 for motorhomes and campervans — shareable across a group crossing.

Border Assistance

Often required at the point of entry, depending on the crossing.

Daily Guide Fee

Applies where a guide is needed beyond the border crossing itself.

English Translation

For vehicle registration and any other non-English documents.

Pet Permits

If you're travelling with a pet, verification documents are required.

Express Processing

Optional for motorcycles and cars if you need a faster turnaround.

How to save money

Three ways to bring your cost down

Join a group crossing to split the border clearance fee · Apply 3 months in advance to save around $100 · Apply early to avoid paying express processing fees.

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