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Right Hand Drive Vehicles
Importation of right hand drive vehicles is allowed in the country.
Importing Cars to Cook Islands
Complete guide on importing Japanese vehicles directly to Cook Islands
Importing a used Japanese car to Cook Islands 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: Max. 10 Years Old. Typical shipping time: 20-28 Days (Container).
Year Restriction
Max. 10 Years Old
Destination Port
Arutanga harbor, Arorangi Jetty
Time of Shipment
20-28 Days (Container)
Vessel Schedule
Monthly (Container)
Shipping Line
-
Inspection
No Inspection Required
Rules & Regulations
Used Car Import Rules & Regulations in Cook Islands
Duties & Taxes
Used Cars Import Duties And Taxes in Cook Islands
After importing the vehicle, importer is not allowed to sell the vehicle within two years of importation. Used vehicles imported in the country are subjected to import taxes depending upon the age of the vehicle. Along with import taxes, VAT is also imposed on vehicles.
Duty Rates on Vehicles
| Type of vehicle Duty Rate | Duty Rate |
|---|---|
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Motorcycle
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Free to 150%
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Motorcar
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Free to 120%
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Ambulance
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Free
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Motor home/camper van
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Free to 120%
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Motor vehicle for the transport of 10 or more persons
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Free to 120%
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Value Added Tax (VAT)
Import VAT is chargeable on all goods (including motor vehicles) imported into Cook Islands, even though the transaction has been conducted offshore and the purchase price may already incorporate a local value-added or sales tax component. The current rate of VAT is 12.5 percent. VAT is calculated on the Customs value of the vehicle, plus duty (if any), plus international freight and insurance.
Import Entry Transaction Fee
In addition to the payment of duty and VAT, an Import Entry Transaction Fee of $25.00 (VAT inclusive) may apply. The fee is payable at the same time that duty and VAT is collected by Customs.
Documentation
Used Cars Import Documentation in Cook Islands
- Passport
- Invoice showing export costs (Japan)
- Invoice showing freight costs and insurance to Cook Islands
- De-registration Certificate
- Invoice receipt showing total price paid and date of purchase
- Bill of Lading
- Odometer reading at time of sale for export to Cook Islands
- Odometer reading at time of importation into Cook Islands
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
Choose Your Vehicle
Browse our inventory and select the perfect Japanese car for your needs
Documentation
We help you prepare all necessary export and import documents
Shipping & Logistics
Secure shipping arrangements to your destination port
Local Clearance
Customs clearance and registration in your country