Customs and Export of Classic Vehicles Course
Online 300 h course in customs and export of classic vehicles. 6 modules covering Regulation (EU) 952/2013 (Union Customs Code), Regulation (EEC) 2658/87 (Combined Nomenclature; heading 9705) and advanced Excel. Assigned tutor and open enrolment.
Customs and Export of Classic Vehicles Course — studying from Malta
Malta's rich heritage, including historic buildings, vintage vehicles and maritime craft, creates a niche for restoration and conservation work. Owners of classic cars, motorcycles and boats seek specialist workshops with knowledge of period engineering and materials. Restoration of historic architecture also requires engineers and technicians familiar with traditional construction methods and conservation rules. Opportunities tend to be found with specialist workshops, heritage organisations and private restorers.
Fees for Malta: €448 (Euro), with instalments and employer sponsorship available.
Relevant bodies in Malta
Typical roles
Questions from Malta
Is there a recognised professional body in Malta for restoration and classic vehicle engineering?
Malta does not have a single state-regulated profession for classic vehicle restoration. Vehicle registration and roadworthiness are handled by Transport Malta. SEIUM Institute's qualifications are private, not official state degrees, and are not accredited by any national body. Recognition is determined by employers, clients or the relevant body, so check these before enrolling.
What work could restoration engineers find in Malta?
Malta has a niche market for classic vehicle restoration, mainly through independent workshops, specialist garages and private collectors. Work is often built on reputation and practical craftsmanship. Whether a private online qualification adds value is for individual clients and employers to judge, so it is best to consider it alongside your hands-on experience.
Can I study this part-time with a workshop job, and is funding possible?
Yes. The programmes are fully online, taught in English and suitable for study from home, without needing a student visa. Hours range from 300 to 1,900 depending on the programme. Fees are payable in instalments, employer sponsorship is possible, and each student has an assigned technical tutor.
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Run a real engineering trade-off from this field. Move the sliders, watch the model react in real time and beat the challenge.
What you will be able to do
Explain the procedures for crossing a border with a classic vehicle.
Classify a vehicle for tariff purposes and determine its customs value.
Calculate the taxation applicable to imports and exports.
Identify the restrictions applicable to vehicles considered cultural goods.
Manage temporary import regimes for events and exhibitions.
Coordinate the logistics and documentation of an international operation.
Prepare a complete export file for a classic vehicle.
Who it's for
- Customs agent wishing to specialise in Customs and Export of Classic Vehicles.
- International trade tax advisor wishing to specialise in Customs and Export of Classic Vehicles.
- Vehicle import and export manager wishing to specialise in Customs and Export of Classic Vehicles.
- Freight forwarder wishing to specialise in Customs and Export of Classic Vehicles.
- Cultural goods consultant wishing to specialise in Customs and Export of Classic Vehicles.
- Motorsport event logistics manager wishing to specialise in Customs and Export of Classic Vehicles.
- Engineering or science graduates seeking to enter the international trade of collector vehicles.
What you'll work with
- Regulation (EU) 952/2013 (Union Customs Code)
- Regulation (EEC) 2658/87 (Combined Nomenclature; heading 9705)
- Directive 2006/112/EC (common system of VAT)
- Regulation (EC) 116/2009 (export of cultural goods)
- Regulation (EU) 2019/880 (introduction and import of cultural goods)
- Law 16/1985 (Spanish Historical Heritage)
- Istanbul Convention (temporary admission and ATA carnets)
6 modules · 300 h
1.1Assumptions: sale, transfer and event1.2Definitive and temporary export1.3Parties to the procedure1.4Applicable customs framework1.5Basic vehicle documentation1.6Identification and prior verification1.7Deadlines and fees1.8The customs agent and their role1.9Official sources for consultation1.10Workshop: analysis of an export case
2.1Tariff classification of the vehicle2.2Classic vehicles and their heading2.3Requirements to be considered a collector's vehicle2.4Customs valuation2.5Invoice and commercial documentation2.6Vehicles sold between private individuals2.7Parts and spares: classification2.8Binding rulings2.9Classification errors and their cost2.10Practice: classification and valuation of a case
3.1Value added tax on export3.2Export to third countries3.3Operations within the European Union3.4Taxes in the destination country3.5Refunds and their processing3.6Supporting documentation3.7Obligations of the usual seller3.8Risk of subsequent regularisation3.9Tax advice3.10Practice: tax calculation of an export
4.1Heritage protection and its scope4.2Export authorisation for cultural goods4.3Age and value thresholds4.4Application procedure4.5Refusal and pre-emption right4.6Vehicles with specific protection4.7Penalties for illegal export4.8Countries with additional restrictions4.9Authorisation documentation4.10Practice: export authorisation application
5.1Temporary admission and its cases5.2ATA carnet and its use5.3Guarantees and deposits5.4Re-importation deadlines5.5Participation in fairs and competitions5.6Museum vehicles on loan5.7Exit and entry control5.8Incidents and extensions5.9Closure of the temporary regime5.10Practice: temporary admission file
6.1Coordination with the carrier6.2Documents accompanying the vehicle6.3Physical customs inspections6.4Holds and their resolution6.5Prevention of money laundering6.6International sanctions and restricted countries6.7Filing the customs file6.8Common errors and losses6.9Documented real cases6.10Final project: complete customs file for an export
How you'll learn
100 % online training on the SEIUM campus, with downloadable material, recorded classes and an assigned technical tutor. No fixed timetables: students progress at their own pace within the intake, which makes it possible to combine the course with work.
Each module combines theory, guided reading of the original standard and applied exercises. The working software is advanced Excel, TARIC (EU tariff database), AEAT Electronic Headquarters, SAP GTS, in free, academic or evaluation versions. Assignments are based on real procedures: tariff classification of a collector vehicle, preparation of an export file, and simulation of a temporary import for an event. Assessment is continuous, module by module, plus the final integrative project.
Build it end to end
Your final project follows the real engineering workflow, step by step, reviewed by your tutor.
Explain the procedures for crossing a border with a classic vehicle.
Classify a vehicle for tariff purposes and determine its customs value.
Calculate the taxation applicable to imports and exports.
Identify the restrictions applicable to vehicles considered cultural goods.
Manage temporary import regimes for events and exhibitions.
Where this takes you
Requirements
- No prior qualification required.
- Internet connection and a computer capable of running the programme's software.
- Sufficient Spanish to follow technical regulatory texts.
Ready to start?
Send your application today. Our admissions team replies within 72 hours with your study plan and funding options.
Frequently asked questions
The programme comprises 300 hours in total, spread over 3 to 5 months. That is an average of 10 to 15 hours per week, compatible with a full-time job.
You will work with advanced Excel, TARIC (EU tariff database), AEAT Electronic Headquarters and SAP GTS. Free, academic or evaluation versions are used, and the tutor indicates the free alternative where one exists.
A SEIUM own diploma upon passing the continuous assessment and the integrative project. It is in-house training, not an official qualification from the Ministry.
Yes. Modules passed in a course or postgraduate diploma in the same area can be credited towards the advanced programme. Check the credit recognition policy when you enrol.
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