CONTAINER 20ft & 40ft

We can arrange shipping of your car, van, bus or truck to the  following popular destinations: Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, Mozambique, Ghana , Cyprus, Malta, Senehal, Ivory, Coast, Benin, Liberia, Gambia,Guinea, Togo, Gabon, Cameroon, Angola, Congola, Congo DRC, Rrpublic of congo, Canada, Belgium, Netherlands, Germany, Slovenia, Turkey, Greece, Sweden, Denmark, Israel, Brazil, Argentina, Trinidad and Tobago and many more......

Roll on roll off shipping services

RORO vessels take on units such as cars, 4x4 vehicles, trucks, coaches, vans and trailers. Under deck shipment is the cheapest overseas shipping for cars, trucks, vans, trailers, lorries & coaches compared to container shipment. We ship vehicles to most left and right hand drive countries. Ports of Tilbury, Sheerness, Southampton, Felixstowe, Liverpool serve ocean-goingroll-on, roll-off (RORO) vehicle ferry services. International vessels are purpose-built car carriers, used by manufacturers to deliver brand new and used vehicles around the world. Cars are protected from the elements in enclosed car decks and are secured by straps and chocks. Service frequency is usually once or twice a month, and the transit time is sometimes longer than for container vessels, but there can be useful cost savings on some routes over container shipment. Ascope shippers offer RoRo ocean transportation to Antigua, Barbados, Dominica, Grenada, Jamaica kingston, Jamaica Montego Bay, Montserrat, St Lucia, St Kitts, St Vincent, Trinidad. Kenya, Tanzania, South Africa, Mozambique, Ghana, Tunisia, Cyprus, Malta, Egypt, Namibia, New Zealand, Hong Kong, Nigeria, Morocco, Tunisia, Libya, Mauritius, Canada, Spain, Italy, Trinidad and Tobago, Portugal, Belgium, China, Japan, Chile, Germany, Slovenia, Turkey, Greece, Israel, Sweden, Brazil, Uruguay, Argentina, Zimbabwe (Beitbridge,

*Please enquire for the rates if the country you want to ship to is not listed

SHIPPING VEHICLES

Couple of things to think about before you send a car overseas:

 You’ll need to tell the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency (DVLA) when you are taking your vehicle out of the country on a permanent basis. If you are taking your vehicle or a hired vehicle on a temporary basis, you must take the appropriate documentation with you.
When a UK registered vehicle is taken out of the country for 12 months or more, it is regarded as being permanently exported from the UK. You can tell DVLA if you are taking your vehicle out of the UK permanently by filling in the purple section ‘Notification of Permanent Export’ (V5C/4) of the Vehicle Registration Certificate (V5C), this should be sent to DVLA, Swansea SA99 1BD. The rest of the V5C should then be kept, as you may need this to re-register the vehicle abroad, as once exported, your vehicle will become subject to the legal requirements of the new country.

When shipping your car overseas from the UK, please remember that overseas customs formalities vary from country to country.
(Source: www.direct.gov.uk)

🇰🇳 Process and Documentation to Import a Motor Vehicle into Saint Kitts and Nevis

Guidelines to follow while importing used car in Saint Kitts and Nevis :-

Shipping Ports :-

Port for shipment of used vehicle is Basseterre in Saint Kitts and Long Point in Nevis.

Right-hand drive vehicles :-

Importation of vehicles with the steering wheel on the right side is allowed.

Documents required for port clearance :-

* Bill Of Lading (BOL)

* Bill of Sight

* Import License

* Commercial/ Purchase Invoice

* Copy of Title

 

Import duty and taxes :-

Import Duty- 45%

VAT- 17%

Customs Service Charge-12%

Vehicle Environmental Levy (VEL) is based on the aged of vehicle.

* Less than 2 years – $1000 E.C.

* 2 years or more but less than four years after the date of manufacture -$3500 E.C.

* 4 years or more after the date of manufacture – $5000 E.C.

 

Returning Nationals :-

* Citizen of Saint Kitts and Nevis should have lived abroad for a period of 10 years or more and has return to the nation permanently.

* Concession given only on one vehicle imported within a family.

* Importer should have owned the vehicle for at least a year before importation and should have a copy of the title from the country of origin.

* Age of applicant should be 18 years and should posses a valid driving license in the country of origin.

* Vehicle clearance within six months from Customs after arrival in the nation.

* Importer should not transfer the vehicle ownership within four years of the grant of concession.

* To be considered as a returning resident, returning national should during first three years of return, must not return abroad and reside there continuous period of more than 3 months.

* Returning students who have been living in abroad for less than ten should provide some college/university documentation as a proof to the Customs Officer. Concession is given at the discretion of the Comptroller of Customs.

 

Visit St. Kitts & Nevis Customs Department Official Website

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🇬🇩 Process and Documentation to Import a Motor Vehicle into Grenada

Guidelines to follow while importing used car in Grenada :-

Shipping Ports :-

Ports for shipment of vehicle in Grenada are Saint George’s and Grenville. No specific inspection is required on used vehicles imported in Grenada.

Right-hand drive vehicles :-

Importation of vehicles with steering on right-hand side is allowed in Grenada.

Documents required for port clearance :-

Commercial/ Purchase Invoice determining vehicle type, make, weight.

Bill Of Lading (BOL)

Insurance certificate

Import license

Value Declaration Form

Certificate of Title and Registration

Note: In case of absence of Invoice, vehicles may be examined on a form C22.

Taxes and Duties on used vehicles :-

    1. Environmental Levy

Used Vehicles (1-4 years old) – 2%

Used Vehicles (over 5 years old) – 30%

Used Trucks :-

    * 1-10 tons: 5%

    * 10-20 tons: 10%

    * Over 20 tons: 20%

1. Customer Service Charge :- CSC of 5% is imposed on used vehicles imported into the country.

2. Common External Tariff (CET) – It ranges from 5%- 40% depending upon the cost of insurance and freight value of vehicles imported.

3. Value Added Tax (VAT)-The VAT as proposed provides for a standard rate of fifteen percent (15%).

Returning Residents :- Grenadian nationals who have been residing abroad a period of seven years continuously and have decided to return to Grenada on a permanent basis are considered as returning nationalists.

Proof of Eligibility :-

* Valid passport

* Proof of nationality – (passport, birth certificate, etc.)

* One-way ticket to Grenada

* Retirement letter from the last place worked

* Pension letter

Duties and Taxes :-

* Customs Service Charge- 5%

* Environmental Levy- $2000, irrespective of age

The importer shall abide by the following conditions after exemption on duty is granted :-

* The importer shall not sell, lend, exchanged or otherwise disposed of the vehicle within a period of three years without the payment of the applicable duties.

* The importer is allowed to sell the vehicle after three years without the payment of Customs duties (Residual Duties).

* If the returnee leaves the country for a period less than six months then the Comptroller of Customs must be informed of the custody of the vehicle.

* In case the returnee leaves Grenada for a continuous period of over six months, then all applicable duties will be immediately paid in full. Except for special circumstances as determined by the Comptroller of Customs.

Note: If any term of the agreement is violated, then the Comptroller reserves the right to seize the vehicle as being liable to penalty pending payment of the applicable duties in full.

 

 

Visit Grenada Customs Department Official Website

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🇧🇸 Process and Documentation to Import a Motor Vehicle into Bahamas

Guidelines to follow while importing used car in Bahamas :-

Shipping Ports :-

The common port in Bahamas for importation of used vehicles from Japan is Freeport and Nassau.

Left-hand drive vehicles :-

Importation of left hand drive vehicles is preferred in Bahamas.

Age restriction and Inspection :-

Age restriction on used vehicles imported in Bahamas is four years. Special permission is required for importation of trailers and caravans. Upon arrival the vehicle must be taken directly to the Road Traffic Department for inspection and licensing.

Documents required :-

* Copy of Certificate of Title and Registration

* Original Commercial/ Purchase Invoice

* Import permit

* Bill of Lading

 

Duties and taxes :-

Used Vehicle Value Duty Stamp Tax

$10,000 or less 45% 7%

$10,000-$20,000 50% 7%

$20,000 or more 65% 7%

 

Visit Bahamas Customs Department Official Website

BAHAMAS EXPORT IMPORT VEHICLES

🇩🇴 Process and Documentation to Import a Motor Vehicle into Dominican Republic

Guidelines to follow while importing used car in Dominican Republic :-

Shipping Ports :-

Port for shipment of used vehicle in Dominican Republic is Rio Haina.

Left-hand drive vehicles :-

Importation of left-hand drive vehicles is allowed in the country.

Documents required :-

* Original certificate of Title and Registration

* Commercial/Purchase Invoice – original & driver’s license, & license plate

* Residence Visa

* Dominican Consular invoice – original, stamped at nearest Dominican Consulate

Certain points to consider while importing in Dominican Republic :-

* Only one vehicle is allowed for importation per person.

* All vehicles being imported must be in the owner’s possession for a minimum of one year before importation.

* Engine size on all imported vehicles is limited to six cylinders.

* Importation of all luxury vehicles is prohibited.

* Motorcycles are subject to taxes and duties.

* It is important for the importer to be present in the Dominican Republic for customs clearance of any vehicle.

* As a new resident you can bring in a car at little or no duty if you have owned it for two years, and it is less than five years old.

 

Visit Dominican Republic Consular Information Website

DOMINICAN REPUBLIC EXPORT IMPORT VEHICLES

🇵🇦 Process and Documentation to Import a Motor Vehicle into Panama

Guidelines to follow while importing used car in Panama :-

Shipping Ports :-

Major shipping ports in Panama are Balboa, Cristobal and Panama City.

Left-hand drive vehicles :-

Importation of left-hand drive vehicles is permitted in the country.

Documents required :-

* Bill Of Lading (BoL)

* Transit Letter

* Property Letter

* Certificate of Title and Registration

* Commercial /Purchase Invoice

* Certificate of Environmental Control and Pollution Certificate

Taxation in Panama :-

There are no import restrictions on new or used cars and trucks into Panama. While importing a vehicle in Panama, duty tax is around 30%, which depends upon the value of the car. According to Panamanian customs laws, automobiles coming to Panama are subject to import tax except for those belonging to qualified diplomats, members of international organizations, persons with Retiree status, or U.S. contractor. Duty free importation of only one vehicle is allowed to diplomats, members of international organizations, persons with Retiree status, or U.S. contractor. For other auto, import duties have to be paid.

 

Visit Panama’s Custom Department Official Website

EXPORT IMPORT PANAMA VEHICLE

🇬🇾 Process and Documentation to Import a Motor Vehicle into Guyana

Guidelines to follow while importing used vehicle from Japan :-

Shipping Port :-

The most recommended port for Guyana is Georgetown.

Age Restriction :- Japanese used vehicle imported in Guyana should not be more than 5 years old. Small trucks up to 3 tons must be less than four years old.

Right-Hand Drive Vehicles:-

Only right hand drive cars are imported in Guyana.

Inspection required :-

No mandatory inspection is required on second-hand vehicle imported from Japan.

Documents required :-

* Original BOL (Bill Of Lading)

* Identification Proof

* Commercial/Purchase Invoice

* Certificate of insurance

* Non-sale certificate

* Original registration and title

* De-registration certificate

Import Tax Rates :-

Taxes are calculated generally on the basis of engine size and manufacturing year.

1. For Private Vehicles :-

    * Custom Duties- 150%

    * VAT-16%

    * Excise Tax- 10-110%

2. * Custom duty depends on cc starting from 4200-6200 USD.

3. For Commercial Vehicle :-

        * Custom Duties- 150%

        * VAT-16%

        * Excise Tax- 10-110%

4. * Custom duty depends on cc starting from 13500 USD.

Engine Capacity Rates in USD

0-1000 cc 4200

1000-1500 cc 4300

1500-1800 cc 6300

1800-2000 cc 6500

2000-3000 cc 13500

3000 and above 14500

 

 

Visit Guyana Consular Official Website

🇹🇹 Process and Documentation to Import a Motor Vehicle into Trinidad & Tobago

Guidelines to follow while importing used into Trinidad :-

Shipping Port :-

Port for shipment of vehicles to Trinidad is Port of Spain.

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.

Right-Hand Drive :-

Right Hand Used cars can be imported only with a valid import license. Car should not be fitted with a diesel engine.

Inspection :-

No specific Roadworthiness inspection is required on import of used vehicles.

Required Documents while importation :-

* 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 Tax Rates :-

1. up to 1599cc :-

    * 25%

    * 15%

2. 1600cc to 2000cc

    * 35%

    * 15%

3. 2001cc to 3000cc

    * 40%

    * 15%

4. 3000cc and above

    * 45%

    * 15%

 

Visit Trinidad and Tobago’s Official Government Website

EXPORT IMPORT SHIPPING VEHICLES TOBAGO TRINIDAD.

🇸🇷 Process and Documentation to Import a Motor Vehicle into Suriname

Guidelines to follow while importing used vehicle to Suriname :-

Shipping Port :-

The most recommended port of importation is Paramaribo.

Age Restriction :-

 • Used cars should not be more than 8 year old.

 • Used buses should not be more than 15 years from the date of manufacture.

 • No age restriction on importation of used trucks.

Right-Hand Drive :-

Right Hand Drive (RHD) vehicles are permitted to enter in Suriname.

Inspection on Vehicles :-

No specific inspection is required on import of used vehicles.

Documents required for custom clearance :-

 • Bill Of Lading- It must reflect car’s maker and model, chassis & engine number, weight, cubic capacity, year of production.

 • Original Commercial/Purchase Invoice.

 • Certificate of Title and Registration – must be original.

 • Circulation Permit.

 • Drivers License & International Insurance Policy (green card).

 • A copy of passport or ID-card.

 • Insurance certificate for motor vehicle.

Taxation :-

 • CIF value less than $25,000, then tax rate of 25%

 • CIF value greater than $25,000, then tax rate of 40%

Annual taxes for the vehicle depend upon weight. Delivery of the vehicle from port to residence cost approximately 125.00USD.

 

Visit Official Website for the Government of Suriname

EXPORT IMPORT SURINAME VEHICLES

🇩🇲 Process and Documentation to Import a Motor Vehicle into Dominica

Guidelines to follow while importing used car in Dominica :-

Shipping Ports :-

Major destination port in Dominica for used vehicle importation is Roseau.

Right-hand side :-

As the traffic moves on the left side of the road on Dominica; consequently, car steering wheels are located on the right hand side of the vehicle.

Duty and Taxes on used vehicle imported :-

    1. Import Duty- 40% of the customs value.

    2. Customs Service Charge (CSC) – 3% of the customs value.

    3. Environmental Surcharges- $3,000.00 per unit on motor vehicles manufactured five years or more, otherwise 1% of the customs value for vehicles manufactured less than five years.

    4. Excise Tax- 28% of the customs value plus the import duty plus the customs service charge.

*Exemption is given on vehicles purchased by Diplomats.

1. Value Added Tax (VAT) – 15% on customs value plus import duty plus customs service charge plus the excise tax.

2. Registration and proof of ownership.

 

Documents required for Customs clearance :-

* Original Certificate of title and registration

* Original purchase or Commercial Invoice

* Original Bill Of Lading (BOL)

* Original driver’s license

* Bill of Sale

* Foreign Registration papers

* Export documents

* Insurance Policy

* Police Certificate of Registration

* Dominican consular invoice, stamped by the Dominican consulate

Returning Residents :-

A person shall be deemed to be a returning resident if they have returned for permanent residence, have attained the age of 18 years and is a citizen of Dominica by birth. The returning resident must prove prior ownership of the vehicle country of residence upon their importation into Dominica. Receipts and invoices for the vehicle should be made available upon request by the Customs Officer. The vehicle must be imported from the country where the applicant resided continuously for the past seven years immediately before returning to Dominica. Only one member of a family returning home will be eligible.

Duties and Taxes :-

Excise Tax- 28%

Customs Service Charge-3%

Environmental Surcharge :-

    * $3000 is applicable if the vehicle is 5 years or older

    * 1% if the vehicle is less than 5 years old.

 

Returning Resident should abide by following condition :-

    * The Returning Resident will be required to enter into an agreement with the Comptroller of Customs.

    * It is not allowed to sell, trade, give away, or otherwise dispose of the vehicle within a period of five years without paying necessary duties.

    * It is allowed to sell the vehicle after five years without the payment of customs duties. However, approval of the Minister for Finance after consultation with the Comptroller of Customs is required.

    * If the returnee leaves the country for a period less than six months then the Comptroller of Customs must be informed of the custody of the vehicle.

    * In case the returnee leaves Dominica for a continuous period of over six months, then all applicable duties will be immediately paid in full. The exemption is given on special circumstances as determined by the Financial Secretary.

 

Note- If any term of the agreement is violated then the Comptroller reserves the right to seize the said vehicle as being liable to fined pending payment of the applicable duties in full. The Comptroller also reserves the right to sell the vehicle by public auction after a period of two months from the date of seizure.

 

Visit Dominica Customs Department Official Website

🇦🇬Process and Documentation to Import a Motor Vehicle into Antigua And Barbuda

Guidelines to follow while importing used car to Antigua And Barbuda :-

Shipping Ports :-

Port for importation of used vehicles in Antigua and Barbuda is St. John’s port.

Right-Hand Drive vehicles :-

The country permits importation of right-hand drive vehicles.

Age Restriction :-

Importation of used and recondition vehicles older than five years in Antigua and Barbuda is prohibited.

Required Documents :-

 • Import license from Ministry of Trade

 • Refrigerant form from the National Ozone Office within the Ministry of Trade

 • Commercial or Purchase Invoice

 • Bill Of Lading (BOL)

 • Environmental Levy Form

 • Certificate of Title and Registration

 • Insurance Policy & log book showing length of ownership

 

Duties and Taxes :-

The duties and taxes to be paid are determined by the applicable Tariff Code and the Customs Procedure Code (CPC).

 • VAT-15% of the total value of the vehicle.

 • Customs Duty- utmost 60% depending on the CIF of the vehicle.

 • Environmental Levy imposed- $6000.

 

Returning Nationals :-

Nationals returning to Antigua and Barbuda who have been living abroad for ten years or more will be regarded as “returning nationals”, and are eligible for duty free importation of one vehicle, provided that the vehicle has been owned for at least two years. Consideration will be given to the special circumstances of the returning individuals and their probable contribution towards the nation building.

Returning nationals are also exempted from Antigua and Barbuda Sales Tax (ABST) charges on a vehicle which has been owned by them for at least a year prior to its importation and is used for personal purposes.

 

Visit Antigua & Barbuda Customs Department Official Website

ANTIGUA BARBUDA EXPORT IMPORT VEHICLES

couple of things to think about before you send a car overseas:

EXPORT IMPORT VEHICLES TO JAMAICA
  

TEMS REQUIRING IMPORT LICENCES UNDER THE 2014 MOTOR VEHICLE IMPORT POLICY (MVIP) ADMINISTERED BY THE TBL.

HS CODE                   DESCRIPTION OF GOODS

84.27                         Cranes and forklift trucks, other work trucks fitted with lifting or handling equipment

84.29                         Self-Propelled Bulldozers, angel dozers, graders, levellers, scrapers, mechanical shovels, excavators, shovel loaders, trenchers, back hoes,  harvesters, pipe layers, road rollers, asphalt plants and pavers (exclude tamping machines – no licence required)

84.30                        •Compactors, Concrete Drop Hammers (exclude pile drivers and pile extractors – no licence required)

                                  •No other good that falls within this heading requires a licence

84.33                         •Mowers for lawns, park or sports ground with 12.5 Horse Power/ 344cc and above

                                   •Mowers for lawns, park or sports ground with below 12.5 Horse Power/ 344cc do not require a licence

                                   •No other good that falls within this heading requires a licence

Sugarcane harvester

87.01                          Tractors (other than tractors of heading 87.09).

87.02                         •Light commercial vehicles (age not exceeding six (6) years) trucks with seating capacity 9-14

                                   •Trucks designed specifically for the transportation of passengers:

                                    oSeating capacity 15 - 29 (age not exceeding twelve (12) years)

                                    oSeating capacity 30 - 44 (age not exceeding fourteen (14)   years)

                                    oSeating capacity 45 & Over (age not exceeding twenty (20) years)

87.03                          Motor cars (age not exceeding five (5) years) including:

                                   •All-terrain vehicles (ATVs)

Motor vehicles designed specifically for the transportation of passengers (age not exceeding ten (10) years) including:

                                  •Ambulances

                                  •Hearses

                                  •Limousines.

87.03

               Motor vehicles designed specifically for the transportation of passengers (age not exceeding ten (10) years) including:
                     •Town cars

                      Classic/Antique/Limited Edition Vehicles- age limit is based on conditions stipulated at p 32 of the 2014 MVIP87.04
                     •Light commercial vehicles (age not exceeding six (6) years):
                      oPick-ups
                      oPanel/window vans
                      oTrucks with unladen weight less than 3000kg or 3  tonnes designed specifically for the transport of cargo               •Trucks designed specifically for the transportation of cargo  (Unladen weigh 3000KG/3 Tonnes and above):
                       o3,000 – 4,000kg (age not exceeding fifteen (15) years)
                       o4,001- 8,000 kg (age not exceeding twenty (20) years)
                       oOver 8,000kg (age not exceeding twenty five (25)years)
87.05 Mobile Kitchens ( age not exceeding thirty (30) years)
87.05 Street Sweepers ( age not exceeding thirty (30) years)
87.05 Special purpose motor vehicles/ equipment other than those specifically designed for the transport of persons or goods examples (breakdown lorries, crane lorries, fire fighting vehicles, concrete mixer lorries, spraying lorries, mobile workshops) mobile radiology units and all other motor vehicle equipment of similar make and usage. ( age not exceeding thirty (30) years)
87.05.20 Mobile Drilling Derricks ( age not exceeding thirty (30) years)
87.07
         •Pick up cab
         •Pick up beds
87.07        •Truck cabs
                  •Motor vehicle bodies
87.08.999                  Motor vehicle parts (front and back clip)
87.09                         Work trucks, self-propelled, not fitted with lifting or handling equipment, of the type used in factories, warehouses, dock areas or airports for short distance transport of goods; tractors of the type used on railway station platforms ( age not exceeding thirty (30) years) (parts of the foregoing vehicle – do not require a licence)
87.11                        Motor cycles ( age not exceeding five (5) years)
87.11.9090               •Two-wheeled, self–balancing, battery powered electric vehicles (such as Segway PTs) •Hover boards
87.16.10                    Trailers and semi-trailers of the caravan type, for housing and camping   ( age not exceeding thirty (30) years)
87.16.20                   Self-loading or self-unloading trailers and semi-trailers for agricultural purposes; other trailers and semi-                  trailers for the transport of goods( age not exceeding thirty (30) years)
 87.16.31                  Tanker trailers and tanker semi-trailers ( age not exceeding thirty (30) years)
Shipping Port :-
The most recommended port for shipments arriving to Jamaica to Kingston.

Age limit on importation of motor vehicles :-
According to new age limit for the importation of used vehicles

    Cars imported should not be more than 5 years old.
    Pickups should not be more than 6 years.
    Trucks, Trailers and other heavy duty equipments can be 10 years old.
    Special purpose vehicles such as Ambulance, Fire Brigade, and Town cars, vehicles modified for physically challenged people should not be more than 10 years of age.

Right-Hand Drive vehicles :-
Import of right-hand drive vehicle is allowed in Jamaica.

Documents required for importing vehicle :-

    Import license issued by the Trade Board Limited, which authorizes the importation of the motor vehicle.
    Title: The document issued by the Government of the country where the vehicle was purchased, to the owner of the vehicle.
    Two identification proof such as Passport, Driver’s license, Nation Identification.
    Bill of Lading :- It should contain necessary information about the vehicle, date of landing and the port of entry.
    Invoice :- An invoice from the supplier is necessary for all vehicles importation.
    Bill of Sight :- It contains details regarding the imported motor vehicle. It is a Customs certified document, prepared and signed by the dealer.
    Tax Compliance :- It will be issued by Tax Administration Certificate Services Department.
    Odometer inspection statement.
    Import Entry (C87):- This import document should be presented to Customs by the broker and should contain all the details involving the vehicle, importer name, shipping information and the responsibilities.
    Taxpayer Registration Number (TRN) :- A nine digit unique identification number obtained from Revenue Board.
    Tax Compliance Certificate (TCC) :- A document obtained from Revenue Board as a proof that certifies that payments Certificate of tax liabilities and wage-related statutory deductions are up-to-date.

Import Duties and Taxes :-

    Import duty 10-40%, vary depending upon the commodity being imported.
    General Consumption Tax (GCT) :- It is applicable on all items except for Zero-rated and Exempted items. Current Rates: 17.5% on used vehicles.
    Special Consumption Tax (SCT) :- It is applicable to only some petroleum products. SCT rates vary depending on the item.
    Common External Tariff (CET) :- The rate of CET varies depending on the vehicle being imported. Current CET: 20% on Cars and Pick-ups whereas for Trucks, Vans and Buses CET is 10%.
    Environmental Levy (ENVL) :- This will be applicable on all items that will have an impact on the environment. The rate for ENVL is 0.5% and is calculated on CIF value.

To drive the vehicle on the road :-
For registering the vehicle, Certificate of Fitness with the Import Entry documentation is required. The documents should be taken to the Revenue Service Center/ Tax Collectorate to register the vehicle and other purpose.

Other relevant Information :-

    Every three years, Jamaica’s residents or returning Individuals can import up to two motor vehicles; one motorcar and one light commercial vehicle or any two light commercial vehicles.
    Proof of immigration status such as a Work Permit must be shown by Non-Jamaicans.
    Returning residents may import an older car, if they have owned the vehicle for at least 6 months and approved by the Trade Board.
    A warranty of 90 days is required if buyer want to sell the used vehicle.

 Do you intend to import a motor vehicle or motor cycle? If yes, you must first apply to the Trade Board for an Import Licence and receive same before making arrangements for the shipping of the vehicle to Jamaica .
Documents Required To Import a Motor Vehicle or Motorcycle 
Import licence:    Issued by the Trade Board Linited authorizing the importation of the motor vehicle or motorcycle.
Title :    A document issued to the owner of the vehicle/cycle by the Government of the country where the vehicle was purchased.
Bill of Lading/Order:    Obtained from the shipping agent with information about the particulars of the vehicle or cycle, the date it landed in the island and the port of entry.
Invoice :    An invoice from the supplier is required for all motor vehicles or motor cycles.
Bill of Sight:    This is a document on which details of the motor vehicle or motor cycles to be imported are recorded. It is prepared and signed by the broker and certified by Customs.
Tax Compliance (TCC):    Obtained from Tax Administration Jamaica
Simplified Administrative Document (eSad)    This is the electronic document on which all the particulars of the motor vehicle/cycle, the name of thE importer, shipping information and the Customs duties are recorded. It is completed by the Customs Broker and submitted to Customs. Only a licensed Customs Broker should complete this form ..
The importation of the following also require a permit from the Trade Board Ltd.

    Motorcycles
    Pick-up & Truck Cabs
    Pick-up Beds

What is the method used for determining the value of motor vehicles?

Under the WTO Agreement, invoices are to be presented to Customs from which the value for duty will be derived.
Is there an age limit for the importation of motor vehicles? Yes.

For Light Commercial Vehicles (Pick-ups, Panel/Window Vans, Trucks with seating capacity of 9-14, and unladen weight less than 3000 kg or 3 tones) – six (6) years

For motor cars – Five(5) years
For motorcycles – Five(5) years

 For Buses used for the transportation of passengers

seating capacity 15-29                                  – twelve (12) years
seating capacity 30-44                                 – fourteen (14) years
seating capacity 45 & over                           – twenty (20) years

 For Trucks used for the transportation of cargo

3,000 – 4000 kg                                             – fifteen (15) years
4001 – 8000 kg                                              -fourteen (14) years
over 8000 kg                                                  – twenty five (25) years

For other heavy duty commercial equipment     – thirty (30) years

 Please contact the Trade Board at 967-0507 or 967-0674 for further information on age limits and import licence for motor vehicle.

 Importation of Damaged Vehicles

The importation of motor vehicles that are considered to be in a damaged or salvaged state is PROHIBITED.

 Individuals and Returning Residents

An individual or Returning Resident is allowed to import:

    one (1) motor car and one (1) light commercial vehicle or
    two (2) light commercial vehicles;
    or one (1) light commercial vehicle and a regular commercial vehicle
    Individuals residing in Jamaica are allowed to access this facility once every three (3) years.  Returning Residents, having accessed the facility within a particular current year would not be eligible  to import vehicles in the capacity of an individual until three (3) years after the date of the importation as a Returning Resident..

 Applicable to Returning Residents Only:

All categories of motor vehicles:  pick-ups, motor cars, trucks, trailers and other heavy duty equipment– Ten (10) years.

 Who qualifies for concessions on motor vehicle importation?

Concessionary rates of duty on vehicles are usually given in special circumstances, for example, when the importer holds a job or position which entitles him to a concessionary rate of duty on the importation of a motor vehicle. People who qualify include farmers,  senior teachers and government traveling officers.

 Who grants these concessions?

The Ministry of Finance. Applications are submitted through the various government departments to the Ministry and the concession is granted after it is determined that the  individual qualifies for such a concession.

Age limit for buses to be used in the transportation sector will be determined by the Ministry of Finance.

 NOTE:Import Duty,Special Consumption tax and GCT is compounded, The processing fee and environmental levy is included in the aggregate Duty.

    REVISED INDIVIDUAL RATE SHEET – May 2014
    REVISED DEALER RATE SHEET – May 2014