Import Rules, Regulations, Policies & Procedures
To Import Japan Used Cars In Zimbabwe
Check all the key points related to import rules, regulations, policies, documentations, duties and taxes, inspections, restrictions, shipping ports, etc. which you should keep in mind while importing Used Cars from Japan to Zimbabwe
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
No Inspection Required
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
No mandatory inspection on used vehicles imported in Zimbabwe.
Used Cars Import Duties And Taxes In Zimbabwe
Duties & Taxes
| 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% |
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
Special Attention
EAA Inspection is mandatory for the vehicles imported in Zimbabwe from 01st June 2022 onwards.