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Right Hand Drive Vehicles
The importation of Right-hand drive vehicle is allowed in Namibia. The exception is made only for diplomats by Namibian custom authorities.
Importing Cars to Namibia
Complete guide on importing Japanese vehicles directly to Namibia
Importing a used Japanese car to Namibia 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. 12 Years Old. Typical shipping time: 29-36 Days (Container).
Year Restriction
Max. 12 Years Old
Destination Port
Durban, Walvis Bay
Time of Shipment
29-36 Days (Container)
Vessel Schedule
Weekly (Container)
Shipping Line
Manica Group Namibia (Pty) Ltd.
Inspection
No Inspection Required
Rules & Regulations
Used Car Import Rules & Regulations in Namibia
Duties & Taxes
Used Cars Import Duties And Taxes in Namibia
| Import Tax | VAT | Duties |
|---|---|---|
|
10%
|
15% (NAD value + 10%)
|
0-85%
|
Import Regulations:
- Imported vehicles may only be sold or disposed in Namibia only after 24 months from the date of importation.
- Duty free importation of only one motor vehicle per family is allowed if owned and used at least 1 year prior to shipment.
- The used car exporter should have been the owner of a vehicle for 12 months or more before importing the vehicle to Namibia, otherwise duties and taxes will be applicable.
- VAT is always payable. If a new immigrant, the buyer must be in possession of a permanent resident’s permit, when stopped for customs examination. It is advisable not ship the vehicle until the buyer is in possession of an import permit.
- Diplomats exempted from the payment of duties and taxes.
- Vehicles are not allowed into Namibia on a work permit. A residence permit required.
- Temporary residents have to pay a provisional payment covering full duties to be lodged with Namibian Customs which is refunded when the vehicle leaves Namibia within one year of its importation. For temporary residents, the Import Permit not applicable if the vehicle re-exported within 1 year.
Documentation
Used Cars Import Documentation in Namibia
- Import permit
- Passport
- Invoice
- Registration papers
- Original Bill of Lading (BOL). The BOL should determine the Chassis, brand, model and year of manufacturing of 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
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