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Importing Cars to Zambia

Complete guide on importing Japanese vehicles directly to Zambia

Importing a used Japanese car to Zambia 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 restriction on age of used vehicles imported in Zambia.. Typical shipping time: RoRo (24-34 Days).

Year Restriction

No Age Limit

Destination Port

Dar Es Salaam (Tanzania)

Time of Shipment

RoRo (24-34 Days)

Vessel Schedule

RoRo (Monthly)

Shipping Line

Hyundai (Fourway)

Inspection

JEVIC

Rules & Regulations

Used Car Import Rules & Regulations in Zambia

Right Hand Drive Vehicles

Only right-hand drive vehicles are allowed to be imported in Zambia. Exception is provided in case of ambulance and fire engine.

Age Restriction

No age restriction on age of used vehicles imported in Zambia.

Inspection

All Japanese used vehicles imported to Zambia must be JEVIC (Japan Export Vehicle Inspection Center) certified for roadworthiness.

Duties & Taxes

Used Cars Import Duties And Taxes in Zambia

Inport VAT

  • Collected on behalf of the VAT Division and taxed on imported goods that attract VAT.
  • VAT is charged on the Taxable Value i.e. Customs Value + Customs Duty (+Excise Duty, where applicable) at the rate of 16percent.

Carbon Emmision Surtax

  • This is charged on all motor vehicles being imported as well as those visiting and transiting.
  • It is an annual charge for those vehicles already in the country based on the engine capacity of the vehicle as shown below
Engine Capacity in Cubic Centimeters Surtax Rate
1500cc and below
50,000
Between 1501cc and 2000cc
100,000
Between 2001cc and 3000cc
150,000
3001cc and above
200,000

 

Documentation

Used Cars Import Documentation in Zambia

  • Original Certificate of Title and Registration
  • Commercial/Purchase Invoice :- showing purchase date and price
  • Driver’s License & International Insurance Policy (green card)
  • Original Bill of Lading and Non Sale Certificate
  • Letter of Transfer from client’s employer
  • Valuation Certificate

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