gitlab-org--gitlab-foss/doc/user/project/import/repo_by_url.md

Import project from repo by URL

You can import your existing repositories by providing the Git URL:

1. From your GitLab dashboard click New project
2. Switch to the Import project tab
3. Click on the Repo by URL button
4. Fill in the "Git repository URL" and the remaining project fields
5. Click Create project to begin the import process
6. Once complete, you will be redirected to your newly created project

NOTE: Note: If your password has special characters, you will need to enter them URL encoded, please see the GitLab issue for more information.