USAFEI31-209 — Control of Concession Vehicles within the United Kingdom

USAFEI31-209 governs the importation, purchase, sale, disposal, registration, and overall control of concession vehicles within the United Kingdom.

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  • Publication number: USAFEI31-209
  • Title: Control of Concession Vehicles within the United Kingdom
  • Date: 2014-10-03

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It addresses customs, entitlements, vehicle registration, forms, automated support, and tracking procedures. Compliance is mandatory, and violations may result in disciplinary or other administrative action.

Applies to: This publication does not apply to U.S. Air Force Reserve and Air National Guard personnel.

Topics covered

  • Concession vehicle customs procedures
  • UK vehicle registration
  • Tax-free vehicle purchases
  • Vehicle transfer schemes
  • UK forms
  • Automated tracking procedures

Questions and answers

Which requirements govern concession vehicle procedures in the United Kingdom?

The procedures contained herein are in consonance with requirements of Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs, Department for Transport, and United States Air Forces in Europe, United Kingdom pursuant to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Status of Forces Agreement and are binding on all entitled persons within the scope of this directive.

What penalties apply to violations of the mandatory provisions or prohibitions?

Failure to comply with the mandatory provisions or the prohibitions contained in Chapter 4, Chapter 5 and Chapter 6 is punishable under Article 92 of the UCMJ.

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