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Importing Cars to Chile

Complete guide on importing Japanese vehicles directly to Chile

Importing a used Japanese car to Chile 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: The import regulation states that vehicles should not be more than 5 years from manufacture date.. Typical shipping time: RoRo (24-34 Days).

Year Restriction

Max. 5 years old

Destination Port

Arica, Iquique, Valparaiso

Time of Shipment

RoRo (24-34 Days)

Vessel Schedule

RoRo (Monthly)

Shipping Line

The Keihin Co., Ltd.

Inspection

No Inspection Required

Rules & Regulations

Used Car Import Rules & Regulations in Chile

Both Left/Right Hand Drive Vehicles

Both Left and Right Hand Drive vehicles allowed to imported in the country. Mainly left-hand drive vehicles imported.

Age Restriction

The import regulation states that vehicles should not be more than 5 years from manufacture date.

Inspection

Inspection not needed for importing a vehicle in Chile. It might be needed for re-exporting.

Documentation

Used Cars Import Documentation in Chile

  • Bill of Lading
  • Proforma invoice
  • Export certificate
  • Valid vehicle title and registration
  • Proof of insurance, including the amount of premium paid
  • A notarized description of the vehicle
  • To import a vehicle in Chile the importer must be of chilean nationality, having remained abroad for over one year without dissolution of continuity. The duties to be paid vary according to the capacity of the motor (in cc). Two additional surcharges are imposed on automobiles, including locally assembled vehicles and single unit imports:
  • The engine size tax applied to vehicles with engines of over 1500 cc; and
  • An 85percent luxury tax charged on the CIF value in excess of $16,818.03. Under the US/Chile FTA the corresponding tax rate is 63.75percent on a minimum value of US$19,318.03 for each qualified vehicle as of January 1, 2004, but will be reduced progressively.
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Import Documents

Commercial Invoices must accompany all non document shipments. Invoices must be numbered, printed on company letterhead with an itemized list of contents, true FOB value of goods, signed and stamped by the shipper.

Proforma invoices are acceptable as exceptions by Chilean Customs as valid documents for clearance.

Consignees Tax Identification Number (RUT) is required for shipments entering Chile and must be included on the Air Waybill and Commercial Invoice for all non-document shipments. If the RUT number is not included, additional clearance delays may occur.

Import Licenses all imports require a license, but, according to legislation governing the Central Bank since 1990, import licenses are granted as a routine procedure for nearly all goods. Licensing requirements maintained largely as a statistical gathering mechanism, not as a control. More rigorous licensing procedures apply for pharmaceuticals and weapons.

In order to register a vehicle in Cyprus, it must first pass the DoRT test.n the Republic of Cyprus, all vehicles over four years old are subject to a Department of Road Transport (DoRT) test (similar to a UK MOT) for mechanical safety as well as emissions levels. This test must be passed every two years. The test checks emissions, brakes, suspension, steering, lights and tyres among other things. 

Customs Valuation

Chilean customs valuation uses the normal value of merchandise, without special discounts, plus freight and insurance (CIF). Used goods valued by the customs service according to the current new value of similar merchandise, discounting 10percent per year of use, up to a 70percent discount.”]

The importation of following commodities prohibited in Chile

  • The importation of used passenger and cargo transport vehicle prohibited.
  • Non-FTA qualified vehicle governed by the regulation.
  • Dangerous Goods as defined by IATA (Intl. Air Transport Association).
  • Used tires and used motorcycles.

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