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Age Restriction
Cars should not be more than 4 years old. For vehicles to be used as taxis, they must not more than 3 years from the date of manufacture.
Inspection
No specific Roadworthiness inspection is required on import of used vehicles.
Importing Cars to Trinidad & Tobago
Complete guide on importing Japanese vehicles directly to Trinidad & Tobago
Importing a used Japanese car to Trinidad & Tobago 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: Cars should not be more than 4 years old. For vehicles to be used as taxis, they must not more than 3 years from the date of manufacture.. Typical shipping time: RoRo (24-34 Days).
Year Restriction
Max. 4 Years Old
Destination Port
Port of Spain
Time of Shipment
RoRo (24-34 Days)
Vessel Schedule
RoRo (Monthly)
Shipping Line
CNC JAPAN (ECL)
Inspection
No Inspection Required
Rules & Regulations
Used Car Import Rules & Regulations in Trinidad & Tobago
Duties & Taxes
Used Cars Import Duties And Taxes in Trinidad & Tobago
Import Tax Rates
| Engine Capacity | Import Duty | VAT |
|---|---|---|
|
Up to 1599cc
|
25%
|
15%
|
|
1600 CC to 2000 CC
|
35%
|
15%
|
|
2001 CC to 3000 CC
|
40%
|
15%
|
|
3000 CC and above
|
45%
|
15%
|
Trinidad and Tobago Import Regulations: Japanese used cars are famous all over the world. These cars are also popular in Trinidad and Tobago. It is easier to import these cars in Trinidad and Tobago. Find a good used cars exporter, choose the car, make the payment and get in exported to your country.
Documentation
Used Cars Import Documentation in Trinidad & Tobago
Import tax rates depend on the engine capacity.
- Four copies of Customs Declaration Form (C82 Form)
- CARICOM Area Invoice (this is provided by the supplier and is necessary for any goods entering the CARICOM region).
- Supplier’s Invoice
- Bill of Lading (BOL)
- Import License
- Deregistration Certificate The certificate must have manufacturing date, engine number and chassis number that match the vehicles.
- Original Passport
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