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Importing Cars to Jamaica

Complete guide on importing Japanese vehicles directly to Jamaica

Importing a used Japanese car to Jamaica 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: Importation of used vehicles with more than 6 years old is restricted in Jamaica. Pickups should not be more than 6 years and unladen weight not exceeding 1,500 Kg. For motorcycles – Five(5) years Trucks, Trailers and other heavy duty equipments can be 30 years old. Special purpose vehicles such as Ambulance, Fire Brigade, and Town cars, Window Vans, Panel Vans, vehicles modified for physically challenged people should not be more than 10 years of age. For more specification check tables below.. Typical shipping time: RoRo (24-34 Days).

Year Restriction

Max. 6 years old

Destination Port

Kingston

Time of Shipment

RoRo (24-34 Days)

Vessel Schedule

RoRo (Monthly)

Shipping Line

CNC JAPAN (ECL)

Inspection

Pre-Shippment Inspection

Rules & Regulations

Used Car Import Rules & Regulations in Jamaica

Right Hand Drive Vehicles

Import of right-hand drive vehicle is allowed in Jamaica.

Age Restriction

Importation of used vehicles with more than 6 years old is restricted in Jamaica. Pickups should not be more than 6 years and unladen weight not exceeding 1,500 Kg. For motorcycles – Five(5) years Trucks, Trailers and other heavy duty equipments can be 30 years old. Special purpose vehicles such as Ambulance, Fire Brigade, and Town cars, Window Vans, Panel Vans, vehicles modified for physically challenged people should not be more than 10 years of age. For more specification check tables below.

Inspection

The Government’s pre-shipment inspection regime for imported used motor vehicles, which will provide greater protection for consumers, comes into effect on February 1, 2018.

To drive the vehicle on the road

Jamaica Import Regulations: For registering the vehicle, Certificate of Fitness with the Import Entry documentation required. The documents should taken to the Revenue Service Center/ Tax Collectorate to register the vehicle and other purpose.

Duties & Taxes

Used Cars Import Duties And Taxes in Jamaica

Amendment to Section 6.0 of The Motor Vehicle Import Policy
                                                         Age of Vehicle at Importation
                                                                Ministry Paper # 36/14
Category of
Vehicles		 Types of Vehicles Approved
Age Limit
Motorcycles/ ATVs All types of motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles 5
Cars Sedans: Seating capacity not exceeding 5 persons 6
Station Wagons: Seating capacity not exceeding 8 persons 6
SUVs: Seating capacity not exceeding 8 persons 6
Light
Commercial
Vehicles		 Buses: Seating capacity not exceeding 8 persons 6
Pick Up Trucks: Unladen weight not exceeding 1,500 Kg 6
Pick Up Trucks, Other Small Trucks: Unladen weight 1,501 Kg – 3,000 Kg. 10
Panel Vans 10
Window Vans 10
Buses: Seating capacity 9 – 14 persons 10
Commercial
Vehicles		 Buses: Seating capacity 15 – 20 persons 12
Seating capacity 21 – 30 persons 15
Seating capacity 31 – 45 persons 20
Seating capacity exceeding 46 persons 25
Truks: Unladen weight 3,001Kg – 6,000Kg 20
Unladen weight 6,001Kg – 8,000Kg 25
Unladen weight exceeding 8,000Kg 30
Heavy-Duty
Equipment		 All types of heavy-duty equipment 30

 

Assess the Age of Vehicle Restriction
The age of vehicle at importation is as follows:

1. Motor Cycles: not exceeding five (5) years

2. Motor Cars: not exceeding six (6) years

3. Light Commercial Vehicles: ranging between 6 – 10 years, depending on the type of vehicle

4. Motor Vehicles by Returning Residents: not exceeding ten (10) years

5. Motor Vehicles for *Special Purpose: not exceeding ten (10) years

6. Commercial Vehicles: ranging between 12 – 30 years, depending on the type of vehicle

7. Heavy-Duty Commercial Equipment: not exceeding thirty (30) years

*Special Purpose Motor Vehicles include Ambulances, Hearses, Fire Trucks and Vehicles built to accommodate the Physically Challenged.

 
 

Duty And Taxes on Gasoline Vans,Trucks, Hearses

  AGGREGATE IMPORT DUTY RATES IMP DUTY SCTA GCT
PANEL VANS / WINDOW VANS, NOT EXCEEDING 2032 KG.
59%
10%
25%
15.0%
PANEL VANS / WINDOW VANS, EXCEEDING 2032 KG.
33%
10%
5%
15.0%
TRUCKS NOT EXCEEDING 2000 KG
40%
10%
10%
15.0%
TRUCKS EXCEEDING 2000 KG
33%
10%
5%
15.0%
HEARSES EXCEEDING 2032 KG
87%
30%
25%
15.0%
HEARSES NOT EXCEEDING 2032 KG
95%
30%
30%
15.0%

Duty And Taxes on Diesel vans,Trucks, Hearses

  AGGREGATE IMPORT DUTY RATES IMP DUTY SCTA GCT
PANEL VANS / WINDOW VANS, NOT EXCEEDING 2032 KG.
46%
10%
15%
15.0%
PANEL VANS / WINDOW VANS, EXCEEDING 2032 KG.
33%
10%
5%
15.0%
TRUCKS NOT EXCEEDING 2000 KG
33%
10%
5%
15.0%
TRUCKS EXCEEDING 2000 KG
27%
10%
0%
15.0%
HEARSES EXCEEDING 2032 KG
65%
30%
10%
15.0%
HEARSES NOT EXCEEDING 2032 KG
65%
30%
10%
15.0%

Duty And Taxes on Gasoline Pickups

  AGGREGATE IMPORT DUTY RATES IMP DUTY SCTA GCT
COMPACT PICKUP UNDER 1850 KG UNLADEN WEIGHT
39%
20%
0%
15.0%
PICKUP 1851-2200 KG UNLADEN WEIGHT
66%
20%
20%
15.0%
PICKUP, OVER 2200 KG UNLADEN WEIGHT
94%
20%
40%
15.0%

Duty And Taxes on Diesel Pickups

  AGGREGATE IMPORT DUTY RATES IMP DUTY SCTA GCT
COMPACT PICKUP UNDER 1850 KG UNLADEN WEIGHT
39%
20%
0%
15.0%
PICKUP 1851-2200 KG UNLADEN WEIGHT
52%
20%
10%
15.0%
PICKUP, OVER 2200 KG UNLADEN WEIGHT
80%
20%
30%
15.0%

Duty And Taxes on Gasoline Tractor Heads and Special Purpose Vehicles

  AGGREGATE IMPORT DUTY RATES IMP DUTY SCTA GCT
SPECIAL PURPOSE VEHICLES
33%
0%
15%
15.0%
TRACTOR HEADS
27%
0%
10%
15.0%

Duty And Taxes on Diesel Tractor Heads and Special Purpose Vehicles

  AGGREGATE IMPORT DUTY RATES IMP DUTY SCTA GCT
SPECIAL PURPOSE VEHICLES
33%
0%
15%
15.0%
TRACTOR HEADS
16%
0%
0%
15.0%

Duty And Taxes on Energy Efficient Vehicles

  AGGREGATE IMPORT DUTY RATES IMP DUTY SCTA GCT
HYBRID
39%
20%
0%
15.0%
ELECTRIC VEHICLE
30%
30%
0%
0.0%

Duty And Taxes on Motorcycles

ENGINE CC AGGREGATE IMPORT DUTY RATES IMP DUTY SCTA GCT
CYCLES 300cc and Over
39%
20%
0%
15.0%
CYCLES 0- 299cc
27%
10%
0%
15.0%

 

Documentation

Used Cars Import Documentation in Jamaica

  • Import license issued by the Trade Board Limited, which authorizes the importation of the motor vehicle.
  • Title:- The document issued by the Government of the country where the vehicle was purchased, to the owner of the vehicle.
  • Two identification proof such as Passport, Driver’s license, Nation Identification.
  • Bill of Lading:- It should contain necessary information about the vehicle, date of landing and the port of entry.
  • Invoice:- An invoice from the supplier is necessary for all vehicles importation.
  • Bill of Sight:- It contains details regarding the imported motor vehicle. It is a Customs certified document, prepared and signed by the dealer.
  • Tax Compliance:- It will be issued by Tax Administration Certificate Services Department.
 
  • Odometer inspection statement.
  • Import Entry (C87):- This import document should be presented to Customs by the broker and should contain all the details involving the vehicle, importer name, shipping information and the responsibilities.
  • Taxpayer Registration Number (TRN):- A nine digit unique identification number obtained from Revenue Board.
  • Tax Compliance Certificate (TCC):- A document obtained from Revenue Board as a proof that certifies that payments Certificate of tax liabilities and wage-related statutory deductions are up-to-date.
  • Simplified Administrative Document (eSad):- This is the electronic document on which all the particulars of the motor vehicle/cycle, the name of the importer, shipping information and the Customs duties are recorded. It is completed by the Customs Broker and submitted to Customs. Only a licensed Customs Broker should complete this form.
 

The importation of the following also require a permit from the Trade Board Ltd.

  • Motorcycles
  • Pick-up & Truck Cabs
  • Pick-up Beds

What is the method used for determining the value of motor vehicles?

Under the WTO Agreement, invoices are to be presented to Customs from which the value for duty will be derived.

Importation of Damaged Vehicles

The importation of motor vehicles that are considered to be in a damaged or salvaged state is PROHIBITED.

Individuals and Returning Residents

An individual or Returning Resident is allowed to import

  • One (1) motor car and one (1) light commercial vehicle or
  • Two (2) light commercial vehicles;
  • Or one (1) light commercial vehicle and a regular commercial vehicle
  • Individuals residing in Jamaica are allowed to access this facility once every three (3) years. Returning Residents, having accessed the facility within a particular current year would not be eligible to import vehicles in the capacity of an individual until three (3) years after the date of the importation as a Returning Resident.

Other Relevant Information

  • Every three years, Jamaica’s residents or returning Individuals can import up to two motor vehicles; one motorcar and one light commercial vehicle or any two light commercial vehicles.
  • Proof of immigration status such as a Work Permit must shown by Non-Jamaicans.
  • Returning residents may import an older car, if they have owned the vehicle for at least 6 months and approved by the Trade Board.
  • A warranty of 90 days required if buyer want to sell the used vehicle.

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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