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Importing Cars to Argentina

Complete guide on importing Japanese vehicles directly to Argentina

Importing a used Japanese car to Argentina with Washin Auto: choose your vehicle, we prepare the export documents and ship it to your port, then you clear customs and register locally. Age limit: No Age Limit. Typical shipping time: 37-44 Days (Container).

Year Restriction

No Age Limit

Destination Port

Buenos Aires

Time of Shipment

37-44 Days (Container)

Vessel Schedule

Weekly (Container)

Shipping Line

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Inspection

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Rules & Regulations

Used Car Import Rules & Regulations in Argentina

Left Hand Drive Vehicles

Importation of left hand drive vehicles is allowed in the country.

Duties & Taxes

Used Cars Import Duties And Taxes in Argentina

  • Standard autos 81% of the cost, insurance and freight value (CIF)
  • Diesel 100% CIF
  • Motorcycles 65%

Documentation

Used Cars Import Documentation in Argentina

  • Original Bill of Lading
  • Owner’s original Passport
  • Original vehicle title and registration
  • Original Purchase Invoice, certified by the Argentine Consulate at the origin country
  • Diplomatic Franchise (Diplomats and military personnel)
  • Temporary admission forms, completed and signed by the shipper (foreigners holding a Temporary Visa)
  • Resident Certificate (issued by the Argentine Consulate in the origin country) must state the duration the shipper has lived abroad.
  • Pre-shipment inspection certificate (Certificado De Pre-Embarque)

 

Customs regulations for the importation of vehicles

  • Diplomats can import used cars with a Diplomatic Franchise issued by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs duty-free.
  • Returning Argentine citizens may import one used car and/or one used motorcycle only; no more than two vehicles per family is allowed. Argentine citizens possessing a Residence Certificate, issued by the Argentine Consulate from the origin country, and living abroad for more than 2 years, can import one car duty-free.
  • Foreigners with permanent resident status may import used vehicles only, under the same rules that apply to Argentine citizens returning.
  • Persons with a temporary visa may import used cars under temporary admission and will not be charged duties and taxes. The car is only allowed temporary admission for the same period the client has the Visa and can be renewed if the client renews the Visa. The owner should remove the vehicle from Argentina before the visa expires. The vehicle must keep the original plates.

Import Consultation Request

Our import specialists can guide you through the entire process and ensure compliance with your country's regulations

Import Process Overview

Understanding the step-by-step process of importing a Japanese vehicle

1

Choose Your Vehicle

Browse our inventory and select the perfect Japanese car for your needs

2

Documentation

We help you prepare all necessary export and import documents

3

Shipping & Logistics

Secure shipping arrangements to your destination port

4

Local Clearance

Customs clearance and registration in your country