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Importing Cars to Lesotho

Complete guide on importing Japanese vehicles directly to Lesotho

Importing a used Japanese car to Lesotho 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: RoRo (24-34 Days).

Year Restriction

No Age Limit

Destination Port

Durban (South Africa)

Time of Shipment

RoRo (24-34 Days)

Vessel Schedule

RoRo (Monthly)

Shipping Line

K Line Shipping South Africa Pty Ltd.

Inspection

No Inspection Required

Rules & Regulations

Used Car Import Rules & Regulations in Lesotho

Right Hand Drive Vehicles

Importation of right-hand drive vehicles is allowed in the country. Left-hand drive vehicles cannot be imported in the country.

Inspection

All used vehicles imported in the country should undergo pre-delivery inspection in their country of origin.

Duties & Taxes

Used Cars Import Duties And Taxes in Lesotho

Customs duties on used vehicles are levied as per the rates in the tariff book. However, VAT is calculated at the standard rate on Cost, Insurance, Freight and Customs duty (CIF + Duty).

Import Duty: Up to 25% of custom duty is applicable

VAT: 15% of VAT is applicable and is calculated as Sales tax (CIF + Custom duty + other taxes)

Documentation

Used Cars Import Documentation in Lesotho

  • Original certificate of Title and Registration
  • Original Bill of Lading
  • Drivers License & International Insurance Policy (green card)
  • Original Commercial/Purchase Invoice
  • Import Permit – obtained from Department of Trade and Industry
  • Original Passport.
  • C/E 1 Form.
  • Letter of Value – Used vehicles
 

Importing a Vehicle:

  • The OBL must show chassis & engine numbers, cubic capacity, year of manufacture, brand and model.
  • Used vehicle must be owned by the owner for at least one year.
  • Second vehicle will incur duties and taxes.

Returning Residents / Immigrants with Imported Motor Vehicle:

Rebate on used vehicle importation for personal use is given to people who came to Lesotho for work, study, etc. Customs duties and VAT should be paid if the importer wishes to sell the vehicle.

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