Equipment and operational vehicles
Importing an Operational Vehicle: Ministry of Transport Procedure, Import License and What Is Allowed
Operational vehicles, mobility scooters for operational areas and service vehicles: what counts as an operational vehicle, where it may be used and what is required to import one.
Operational vehicles are used in enclosed areas: factories, logistics centers, hotels, kibbutzim and resorts. They are not regular vehicles, and the rules for importing and operating them are different.
Before ordering, it's worth understanding the definition, who approves the import and what restrictions apply to its use.
What the full guide will cover
- What counts as an operational vehicle and what doesn't
- Which body approves the import and what to submit
- Where an operational vehicle may be used
- What to check with the manufacturer before ordering
- Warranty, spare parts and service after delivery
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