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Importing Cars to Zimbabwe

Complete guide on importing Japanese vehicles directly to Zimbabwe

Importing a used Japanese car to Zimbabwe 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: Maximum 10 Years old used vehicles can be imported to Zimbabwe. Commercial transportation vehicles such as tractors, haulage trucks, earth-moving equipment, and other specialized vehicles used in mining and construction work will be exempt from the age restrictions. Importation of Japanese used cars that are 10 years old and more will require import license from the Industry and Commerce ministry. The commercial vehicles and other specialised vehicles used in agriculture and mining does not require the import license.. Typical shipping time: RoRo (24-34 Days).

Year Restriction

Max. 10 Years Old

Destination Port

Durban (South Africa)

Time of Shipment

RoRo (24-34 Days)

Vessel Schedule

RoRo (Monthly)

Shipping Line

Hoegh(Fourway Maritimes)

Inspection

EAA

Rules & Regulations

Used Car Import Rules & Regulations in Zimbabwe

Right Hand Drive Vehicles

Importation of Right Hand Drive vehicle is allowed in Zimbabwe. Exception is provided in case of ambulance and fire engine.

Age Restriction

Maximum 10 Years old used vehicles can be imported to Zimbabwe. Commercial transportation vehicles such as tractors, haulage trucks, earth-moving equipment, and other specialized vehicles used in mining and construction work will be exempt from the age restrictions. Importation of Japanese used cars that are 10 years old and more will require import license from the Industry and Commerce ministry. The commercial vehicles and other specialised vehicles used in agriculture and mining does not require the import license.

Inspection

EAA Inspection is mandatory for the vehicles imported in Zimbabwe from 01st June 2022 onwards.

Duties & Taxes

Used Cars Import Duties And Taxes in Zimbabwe

Engines CC / Vehicles Taxes / Rates
For all non-commercial vehicles
60% – 80%
For light passenger vehicles, station wagons
25% – 40%
For vehicles with engine smaller than 1500cc
40%
Buses or mini-buses.
0 – 60%
Surtax of the Value for duty purposes (VDP) on vehicle that are more than five years old.
25%
VAT
15%

 

Documentation

Used Cars Import Documentation in Zimbabwe

  • Immigrants Declaration
  • Passport
  • Residence Permit
  • Import license (10 years old vehicles and more will now require import license).
  • Registration document
  • Invoice/Agreement of sale
  • Insurance document (to the place of importation)
  • Freight document

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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